Ward Hayden and the Outliers will take the stage at 8 p.m. Friday, Feb. 25, at Stone Mountain Arts Center, 695 Dugway Road in Brownfield. Seating for the dinner and show event begins at 6 p.m., available by reservation before the show (not included in ticket price). Hayden says “what first led me to country […]
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Posted inDear Abby
Woman anxious to avoid making the same mistakes
DEAR ABBY: My boyfriend, “Aaron,” and I have been together almost 10 years. We are both divorced from narcissistic spouses. We have discussed a future together and are working toward it. It’s taking so long because Aaron’s children are quite a bit younger than mine. (I’m an empty nester; his kids are just going into […]
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Posted inEncore
Looking Back on Feb. 15
100 Years Ago: 1922 “I see another story of a raid made in Lewiston a few days ago by certain Federal officers,” smiled a Main Street businessman, Tuesday morning, “and they appear to think that the officers had a desperate encounter here. Knowing the actual details of the incident, all that I can say is […]
Posted inDr. Roach
Sudden changes to sense of smell may be due to COVID
DEAR DR. ROACH: I am a 76-year-old man in good health. Around February 2021, either just before or just after my first COVID vaccination, I noticed a difference in my taste. I am aware that this can be related to COVID infection. My smell is OK and while I can taste fruits, vegetables, juices, wine/beer, […]
Posted inHoroscope
Aquarius: Be ready to compromise to ensure fair play is maintained. Keep your emotions under control
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Amber Riley, 36; Matt Groening, 68; Melissa Manchester, 71; Jane Seymour, 71. Happy Birthday: Take the edge off and lighten up, and you’ll accomplish so much more than you originally plan. Pat yourself on the back, and look for the good in everyone and everything. A positive attitude makes for […]
Posted inSun Spots
Free COVID-19 tests to be available soon through Medicare
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I was wondering if all who need COVID-19 tests have found them easily. A recent decision by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid will soon allowover-the-counter tests to be available free — up to eight test kits per month per recipient — through Medicare at participating, eligible pharmacies and stores. The details […]
Posted inEncore
Folk country duo coming to Oasis
The folk country duo Darling Corey will perform at the Oasis of Music beginning at 12:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 16, at the Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul in Lewiston. As a duo, Matt Shipman and Erica Brown feature a delightful blend of vocal harmonies accompanied by fiddle, banjo, mandolin and guitars. From thoughtful […]
Posted inDear Abby
Grandmother upset with girl’s clothing choices
DEAR ABBY: From time to time, I pick my granddaughter up from public school. This week, I picked her up on Tuesday and again on Friday. Both days, she was wearing the exact same outfit, a shirt/hoodie that was too small and hand-me-down jeans that were too big. On Tuesday, when my son came to […]
Posted inEncore
Looking Back on Feb. 14
100 Years Ago : 1922 A whist and social is to be held by the St. Monica Society of Trinity Church this evening at the rectory. On Wednesday evening an entertainment and social under the auspices of the Men’s Club will be held in the Sunday school rooms. 50 Years Ago: 1972 Edward Little High […]
Posted inDr. Roach
COVID could have caused her slow heart rate but did it
DEAR DR. ROACH: I am a retired 76-year-old female in good health who exercises regularly. During the pandemic, I have been cautious, wearing a mask and avoiding crowds. I received both shots of the initial vaccine, followed with the booster shot in early October. I visited my doctor for my annual wellness check. I had […]