Midnight Plane to Georgia

Life is hard. It’s an election year. As if the election season tightrope between discovering your friends are idiots whilst being accused by your friends of being an idiot isn’t enough, I have a missing cat. My granddaughter accidentally left an exterior door open recently.

How Do The Merciful Obtain Mercy?

“Blessed are the merciful, for they shall obtain mercy” (Matthew 5:7). “This verse means if you give mercy, you shall receive it,” says Anna, age 9. “It reminds me of the golden rule, ‘Do unto others as you would have them do unto you.

100 Years Ago This Month: Historical Events From September 1924

The month of September has been home to many historical events over the years. Here’s a look at some that helped to shape the world in September 1924. •The Dawes Plan goes into effect on September 1.

Thoughts On Love

We all want to be loved. I think that’s a universal statement - and there aren’t too many of them anymore. But I think it’s safe to say we all seek love. When I lost the love of my life, I lost a huge chunk of love.

ASPCA Animal Shelter Population Numbers

Data from the ASPCA indicates that roughly 6.3 million companion animals enter animal shelters in the United States each year. A nearly equal number of dogs (3.1 million) and cats (3.2 million) make up that population, and roughly twothirds of those shelter animals are eventually adopted each year.

“My Friend Loretta” Opens E! Terrell

The E! Terrell Entertainment Series kicks off its 22nd season of community concerts with “My Friend Loretta” at the Terrell ISD Jamie Foxx Performing Arts Center at 7:30 pm on Thursday evening, September 12, 2024.

Aging Individuals’ Calorie Needs Affected By Their Activity Levels

Healthy aging is a multifaceted process that involves an array of variables. Diet and exercise are two such variables, and each are intertwined. According to the National Institute on Aging, the amount of calories individuals over 60 need each day depends on their physical activity levels.

Gregg’s Blue Mistflower Newest Texas Superstar

Gregg’s blue mistflower has been named a Texas Superstar plant for its low maintenance, long bloom period and penchant for attracting pollinators, especially butterflies. Mike Arnold, Ph.D.

Diseases Linked To High Cholesterol

High cholesterol is an issue that affects millions of people. Johns Hopkins Medicine says roughly 71 million Americans have high cholesterol.

Forney To See Railroad History Rolling Through Town On September 18

The residents of Forney have the opportunity to experience railroad history on September 18. The, “Big Boy”, Union Pacific locomotive 4014, will ramble through town as part of its Heart of America Tour. The “Big Boy” was built in the 1940s at a cost of about $250,000.