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Does anyone still have a bread machine? I know where mine is but I haven’t used it in quite a while. So, if you still have one, dust it off since it really is the best thing since….well, sliced bread! If you don’t have one (or have given it away or donated it somewhere) head for the nearest thrift...
Two Grafton area young people had a truly special time at this past weekend’s Twins games. They were invited to take part in on the field action during Saturday and Sunday’s games. On Saturday, Keeghan Severson was the Target Ball Kid that placed the game’s ball and rosin bags on the pitcher’s...
Echoes from the Loafers’ Club Meeting
Do you ever wonder why we can’t hear dog whistles?
Yeah, why is that?
It’s because dogs can’t whistle.
Driving by Bruce’s drive
I have a wonderful neighbor named Bruce. Whenever I pass his drive, thoughts occur to me. I was there to have a trained medical...
Dear Savvy Senior,
Which vaccines are recommended for Medicare seniors this flu season?
Just Turned 65
Dear Just Turned,
There are actually three different types of vaccines seniors should consider getting this fall to protect against a repeat of last winter’s “tripledemic” of respiratory...
I’ve known Sherrie Hansen for a lot years as the proprietor of the Blue Belle Inn B&B and Tea House in St. Ansgar, Iowa. I have enjoyed many meals there from the mystery dinners she would host to lunches that were beautifully created and presented. Her menus would change with the seasons but...
Dear Editor,
Yes, I am thinking about Christmas! Or should I say I want YOU to start thinking about Christmas decorations!
The last couple of years we have gotten a very nice display going for Christmas decorations in Swensrud Park, as I am hoping you have all seen. A BIG THANKS to the City of...
Echoes from the Loafers’ Club Meeting
I dropped my gym membership.
Those memberships are hard to cancel. How did you do it?
I gave my too-weak notice.
Driving by Bruce’s drive
I have a wonderful neighbor named Bruce. Whenever I pass his drive, thoughts occur to me. While narrating a boat tour,...
Dear Savvy Senior,
Does Medicare cover second medical opinions? The doctor I currently see thinks I need a knee replacement, but I would like to get some other treatment options before I proceed. What can you tell me?
Limping Larry
Dear Larry,
Getting a second medical opinion from another doctor...
Dear Editor,
The Northwood Senior Center Board recently announced a “rebranding” of the organization for popular use.
The official name, for legal and business purposes, remains Northwood Senior Center. But our working name or nickname is "Reconnect 720." People ask how this came about. In our...
I know it doesn’t feel like fall….yet. We all know cooler weather is coming so it’s good to have an arsenal of recipes for the cozy comfort foods that warm us from the inside out. Betty Crocker to the rescue! “Soup, Stew & Chili” (2004, General Mills, Minneapolis) is a good place to start...