Lifestyle

Look Who Has Turned “70” Recently!

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Thu, 04/22/2021 - 05:00

Not long ago, I told you about hearing a call from across the Kroger parking lot and seeing my buddy, Lawrence Higgins, striding towards me and then hearing him say, “Themer, we are going to be seventy years old during this next year!” I sarcastically thanked him for reminding me!

Spring is Here -- Along With the Harshest Allergy Season Yet

News Staff

Thu, 04/22/2021 - 05:00

Experts predict allergy season to be exceptionally severe this spring, according to the Allergy & Asthma Network. Rising global temperatures and a forecast of warm, dry air this spring after a winter of heavy snow could significantly increase pollen production.

Would You EAT a BUG on a Dare? How about paying to eat a Bug?

Would You EAT a BUG on a Dare?

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Wed, 03/31/2021 - 05:00

O. K.—I have to level with you. I am asking about MUDBUGS, and that is not the “real” name of these creatures that are “crustaceans” of the “crayfish phylum” of the group, cambaridae.

HAVE WILD PORK? MAKE CANADIAN BACON

News Staff

Wed, 03/31/2021 - 05:00

I’m always on the outlook for anything ‘new’ to make my outdoor lifestyle more fun and enjoyable and through this column, I have the opportunity to pass along these tidbits of information. Such is the case this week. Have you even heard of ‘peameal bacon’? I’m betting many of you have not.

A Taste of Traditional Irish Cooking

News Staff

Wed, 03/17/2021 - 05:00

Serves 8 St. Patrick’s Day is an opportunity for the world to celebrate Ireland’s patron saint and Irish culture with family, friends, food, and fun. Many St. Patrick’s Day traditions have been passed down through generations.

COVID-19 Testing at Forney Walmart

News Staff

Thu, 01/14/2021 - 05:00

Walmart will be offering free COVID-19 testing at the Forney location on Hwy 80. Testing will be available Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 7am to 9am. First priority is health care workers, first responders, and those over 65. Then others who have symptoms as determined by the CDC may be tested.

Dallas MAVERICKS set “half-a-hundred” Halftime Record

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Thu, 01/14/2021 - 05:00

Sunday, December 27, and I almost did not watch the Dallas Mavericks after their first two performances, when, to say the least, they did not live up to “expectations”—against the Phoenix Suns, losing by 4 points in a winnable game on 12/23/20, and especially when they lost by about six times that...

“Working Nine to Five,” “All I Can Do,” “For God and Country,” “Jolene,” “Coat of Many Colors,” “I Will Always Love You”

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Thu, 01/14/2021 - 05:00

I bet you recognize one or more of these songs, even if you are young or old or a non-country music fan! And, you can probably sing some of the words, and also many of you probably know that these all correspond to a “singing star” by the name of DOLLY PARTON.

Jennifer McElroy Graduates from Eastern New Mexico University

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Thu, 01/14/2021 - 05:00

Jennifer McElroy of Forney, graduated from Eastern New Mexico University. A virtual commencement ceremony was held on Dec. 12. ENMU is a state institution offering associate, bachelor’s and master’s degree options.

Have You Enjoyed all the EXTRA SUNLIGHT the Past Few Days?

News Staff

Thu, 01/14/2021 - 05:00

As some of you “Facebook Folks” already know, my wife, Vivian, recently enjoyed a “Birthday Trip” to Disney World with Will, Holley, and Kherington, and I went to pick her up from Frisco as one of my busy days was “winding down.” We pulled into Forney about 5:45 p. m.