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I’m just getting over my second bout of the varse. You might know it by its more commonly referred to infectious microbe name — virus. Thur kin tuh wuhn nuther … buht thur … more

By J.T. Knoll | 5/20/23

Gen X Girl's Guide to 50

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We were dubbed "Generation X" by author Douglas Coupland in 1991. "Whatever'"was our mantra (still is). "Slackers." "The Lost Generation." "The Forgotten Generation." "Latchkey Kids" These labels all … more

By Char Strong / news@morningsun.net | 5/19/23

Chicken Skewers: Greening the goddess

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The essence of a green goddess sauce is (surprise!) an abundance of fresh green herbs. It's a light, bright and refreshing dip, dressing or crema. Precisely which herbs you use in the sauce is … more

By Lynda Balslev | 5/19/23

Boyfriend steps up to act as caregiver

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DEAR ABBY: I have been with my boyfriend for three months. We've had our ups and downs. He's more into me than I am into him. I was recently diagnosed with breast cancer, and he has offered to drive … more

By Abigail Van Buren | 5/19/23

Woman develops mysterious relationship with neighbor

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DEAR ABBY: My girlfriend, "Jana," and I have been together for 18 years. We live in a small community. About a year ago, a young single guy moved in next door. Jana and "Aiden" took an immediate … more

By Abigail Van Buren | 5/18/23

Fire in the closet, pt. 2

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What follows is the second of a three series by former Pittsburg resident, Jim Gore, about a mysterious fire in the family home at 1805 South Broadway, in Pittsburg. — J.T.K. "What’s … more

J.T. Knoll / Morning Sun Columnist | 5/18/23

Reader gives meatloaf a western twist

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DEAR ABBY: I have seen you mention in your column your cookbooklets of favorite recipes. I hope the meatloaf recipe is included. Years ago, I cut out your meatloaf recipe, and it's been a staple at … more

By Abigail Van Buren | 5/17/23

Niceness: A lost art?

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If you follow the news much at all, you might think that people are at odds with each other. It sure seems that way. Newscasts often end with segments that showcase stories of friends, neighbors, or … more

Carol Ann Robb / Adult Services Librarian, Pittsburg Public Library | 5/17/23

What's on your device?

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This program year, members of the Kansas Association Family Community Education program through the Co-Operative Extension Service are studying an informative lesson entitled, “What’s On Your … more

By Lois Carlson | 5/17/23

Judge Woolley says no liquor paroles in his court

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Excerpted stories in Crawford County newspaper archives 100 Years Ago May 16, 1923 The county commissioners in session at Girard yesterday formally disapproved the plan to establish a … more

By Phil Burgert | 5/16/23

Wife in crumbling marriage takes stock of life, future

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DEAR ABBY: I have been married for 16 years, but after the birth of my first child, our marriage went downhill. My husband withdrew and went out with friends often. When my brother was in the … more

By Abigail Van Buren | 5/16/23

Pittsburg Beautiful announces May awards

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PITTSBURG, Kan. — The awards for homes are David and Kimberly Lawson, 412 S. Locust St and Heath and Lynn Weidert, 2205 S. Stilwell: The business award goes to Stephanie Watts and Danielle … more

Staff Reports / news@morningsun.net | 5/16/23

Big Brutus celebrates 60 years

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Big Brutus' 60th Birthday celebration is planned for May 19-20, West Mineral, KS. more

5/15/23

The best part of waking up ...

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I don’t think I’ve mentioned in this column that I have a black belt. No, not in karate … coffee. My formal training started with opening the White Buffalo Café and Emporium — the … more

By J.T. Knoll | 5/13/23

Lovestruck daughter may be missing the bigger picture

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DEAR ABBY: My 23-year-old daughter and her first and only boyfriend have begun to talk marriage. Although I think he's a wonderful, smart, compassionate young man who seems to adore my daughter, I … more

By Abigail Van Buren | 5/13/23

Area Events

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Saturday, May 13 Pittsburg Ballet The Pittsburg Ballet will be performing Peter and the Wolf on Saturday, May 13, at 2:30 p.m. at Memorial Auditorium in Pittsburg. Floor tickets are $20 or … more

5/13/23

Club Notes

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Monday, May 15 TOPS #0599 Pittsburg TOPS KS 0599 Pittsburg, Kansas, meets Monday evenings for confidential weigh-ins and an informational meeting at the Homer Cole Center at 3003 N. Joplin, … more

5/13/23

1923: Sheridan Coal Company placed on unfair list by UMW

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Excerpted stories in Crawford County newspaper archives 100 Years Ago May 12, 1923 All mines operated by the Sheridan Coal Co., of Mulberry, have been placed on the unfair list by the … more

By Phil Burgert | 5/12/23

Wife reflects on long marriage to alcoholic

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DEAR ABBY: I have been married for 39 years to a kind, supportive and loving man. We are both retired. He stays fit with daily exercise, reads, keeps track of our financials and is fun to be with. … more

By Abigail Van Buren | 5/12/23

A Chowder Hack

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Chowder is an all-year, all-weather soup. When the weather is wet and chilly, there's nothing more comforting than hunkering over a steaming bowl of chowder, with seafood and chunky potatoes … more

By Lynda Balslev | 5/12/23