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“Forget injuries, never forget kindnesses.” - Confucius And old friend and high school classmate from the Republic of Frontenac called me on Monday, concerned that I was okay. … more

By J.T. Knoll | 4/20/24

Wedding planning shifts to a cousin’s appearance

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DEAR ABBY: I have a 25-year-old niece, "Meadow," who embraces the hippie lifestyle. She's kind and sweet and loves everyone. She has also opposed "the Establishment." She's heavily tattooed and has … more

By Abigail Van Buren | 4/19/24

Spring into spring with a roll

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Thai- and Vietnamese-style spring rolls (the fresh ones that are wrapped in rice paper and not fried) are healthy treats that are fun to eat. Bursting with crunchy, juicy, raw vegetables, leafy herbs … more

By Lynda Balslev | 4/19/24

Woman believes mother is playing favorites

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DEAR ABBY: I am on a limited income. My younger sister, "Tara," is a medical professional with disposable income she spends on frivolous things. I have one son, age 13; she has three children, ages … more

By Abigail Van Buren | 4/18/24

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Thursday, April 18 Yoga with Mona Eclectic Soul Studio has Yoga sessions from 5:15 to 6:15 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays at the studio. Sessions are $10 a piece and … more

4/18/24

Club Notes

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Thursday, April 18 Dementia Caregiver Support Group Offering the opportunity for caregivers to engage and support each other throughout their journey. Gatherings will take … more

4/18/24

The Joy of Working Pt. 6

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This is the last installment of Margaret Shaw Forsyth’s adventures in radio in the 1950s. — J.T.K. You can’t please everybody. With the first days of December, we began … more

By J.T. Knoll | 4/18/24

Romance between relatives upsets pair’s close friends

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DEAR ABBY: My husband's best friend, "Kevin," lost his wife three years ago. He's currently in a relationship with his niece (his deceased brother's daughter). Kevin is in his 60s; she's in her 50s. … more

By Abigail Van Buren | 4/17/24

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Wednesday, April 17 GPL Teen Time The Girard Public Library will be hosting a teen night for grades 6th through 12th from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. every Wednesday. Attendees will … more

4/17/24

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Wednesday, April 17 Blanket Brigade Join the Blanket Brigade in making quilts for those in need. The Brigade meets every Wednesday, except the first Wednesday of the … more

4/17/24

Teachers, Students, Poets

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Many people look back at their high school days, fondly recalling that one special teacher who had a profound influence on their life and career choice. I’m not one of them. The only one … more

By Carol Ann Robb, Reference & Adult Services | 4/17/24

Generous gift isn’t enough for mom who asked for more

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DEAR ABBY: I'm a professional, well-educated adult who moved back home because of concerns about my father's health as well as having landed a much better job. As an extra perk, I've been able to … more

By Abigail Van Buren | 4/16/24

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Tuesday, April 16 Arma American Legion Bingo Every Tuesday the Arma American Legion will have bingo at 512 E. Main Street in Arma. Doors open at 5 p.m. and bingo starts at … more

4/16/24

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Tuesday, April 16 Pittsburg Noon Rotary Pittsburg Noon Rotary meets at noon on Tuesdays at Via Christi Hospital. Ask a Rotarian or visit the group's Facebook page, … more

4/16/24

Boyfriend’s contact with exes raise frestodors

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DEAR ABBY: My boyfriend and I have dated for seven months. We have a good relationship in terms of compatibility. We are both Christian and educated, and we have good professions. We are fun-loving … more

By Abigail Van Buren | 4/13/24

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Friday, April 12 Talking Heads Discussion Group The Talking Heads discussion group will meet at 9 a.m. every Friday morning at the Pittsburg Public Library at the corner of … more

4/13/24

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Saturday, April 13 Audio-Reader Pittsburg Audio-Reader Pittsburg meets from 2 to 4 p.m., Monday thru Friday at the Homer Cole Center to read to the visually impaired and print … more

4/13/24

Something God Knows

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My formal education is in the topology of 3-manifolds. You don’t need to know what any of that is, but let’s just say that I spent a lot of my time seeing things in my head and a lot more … more

By Bobby Neal Winters | 4/13/24

April is the Cruelest Month

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April, as poet T. S. Eliot wrote, is the cruelest month. For teachers, it is the storm before the calm. April, in the education world, is filled with tests, field trips, and few breaks. It is the … more

By Char Strong / [email protected] | 4/13/24

This is your song

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“My gift is my song, and this one’s for you.” — Elton John / Bernie Taupin Last week, as Linda and I watched Elton John and Bernie Taupin receive the Library of Congress … more

By J.T. Knoll | 4/13/24