The luck of the Irish
Cabbage is traditional vegetable for St. Pat's Day celebrations
STORY BY SUSAN HOVEY / CLEMSon Extension Agent
      S t. Patrick's Day is March 17, and many people like to joy the traditional Irish meal of corned beef and cabbage when they celebrate the luck of the Irish. Cabbage is a "lucky" vegetable in the food world. It is loaded with vitamins, fiber and phytochemicals.
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ENGAGEMENT
Guest - Teaster
      Lamar and Teresa Guest of Gaffney announce the engagement of their daughter, Anna Michelle, to Jimmy Eugene Teaster Jr. of Gaffney, son of Jimmy and Sue Teaster of Pacolet. Miss Guest is the granddaughter of Howard and Thelma Turner, Loyd Guest, all of Gaffney, and the late Faye Guest.
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Organizations hope to erect marker for historic Mulberry Chapel Methodist Church
      The Cherokee County African-American Heritage Committee and the Cherokee Historical and Preservation Society Inc. are continuing to identify historically significant sites in Cherokee County. The two organizations recently placed a historic marker on South Granard Street honoring the Granard Grade...
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ANNIE'S MAILBOX
Son-in-law may have a foot fetish
Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar
      Dear Annie: I need your advice. Last year, I asked my son-in-law to help with some work on my house and yard. One day, I came home from the office, kicked off my heels and lay down on the couch. My son-in-law came in from working outside to get a drink and we struck up a conversation. He made a f...
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Animals, action, adventure await kids at Riverbanks summer camp
      COLUMBIA - Youths ages three to 17 are in for a fun-filled week of animals, action and adventure at Riverbanks Summer Camp 2008. With so many exciting camps to choose from, there is sure to be something for every child in your house.
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WHAT'S UP
      Meetings The Downtown Business Association will meet Tuesday, March 18, at 5:30 p.m. at the City of Gaffney Visitor's Center, 301 N, Limestone St. Anyone interested in the development of business and the revitalization of downtown Gaffney is welcome to attend.
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MARRIAGES
      The following marriages have been filed in the probate court of Cherokee County: Michael Wayne Byars II and Kristy Lynn Hatfield of Gaffney; Phillip Lee Halepeska and Melissa Jean Breakfield of Gaffney; Robert Charles Davis and Kelly Michelle Humphries of Gaffney; Michael Allen Beechler and Lisa ...
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