ANNIE'S MAILBOX
8-year-old spoils the party for adults
Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar
      Dear Annie: I have been in a Bunco group for several years now. We all get along great, and I really look forward to our monthly adult time together. The problem is that every time it's "Nancy's" turn to host, she lets her 8-year-old daughter join us. The girl is there the entire time while we eat, talk about what's going on in our lives, etc.
More ...

Brookview residents have 'Spooktacular' Halloween
      The Activity Department at Brookview Healthcare Center hosted a Halloween "Spooktacular" on Friday, Oct. 31, with residents and staff participating in a best costume competition. Winners of the resident competition were Ed Fowler and Marie Haney (top left). Staff winners were Jerry Mace as Elvis, Lelia Smith as Elvis and Termite as Jail House Rock (right).
More ...

Time management helps reduce stress
      ROCHESTER, Minn. — Many women know the overwhelmed feeling caused by too much to do and too little time. Better time management can help you do more. And it has health benefits, such as less stress and a better quality of life.
More ...

Library hosts Family Night' movie Dec. 2
      The Cherokee County Public Library will host "Family Movie Night" on Tuesday, Dec. 2, from 4-6 p.m. All ages are welcome and snacks will be served. Susan Sarratt, children's librarian, invites everyone attend and says that the movie be shown is based on the book, "Polar Express.
More ...

Chase the chill with apples
Whether a crisp, crumble, pie or cobbler apple desserts are perfect for cool weather
      NASHVILLE, Tenn. - How appropriate that the first letter of the alphabet is often illustrated with a big beautiful apple, since apples are an all-American favorite. "Apple desserts are perfect for cool whether it's a crisp, crumble, pie or cobbler," said Martha White® baking expert Linda Carman.
More ...