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National “Run For The Wall” Ride To Stop In Mt. Vernon The annual “Run for the Wall” motorcycle ride will, once again, stop in Mt. Vernon this year on Tuesday, May 22 at 12:30 p.m. This is the 30th year Mt. Vernon has welcomed “Run for the Wall” riders. Approximately 500 bikers will re-fuel and proceed down Broadway to the Mt. Vernon Outland Airport for a donated luncheon. Several restaurants and businesses have donated to this luncheon so far including The Diner & Bakery, Borowiak’s IGA, Kroger, Cracker Barrel, Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen, The Frosty Mug, Jefferson County AMVETS, and the Mt. Vernon VFW. Organizations such as The Kyle Price Foundation, ABATE, The Christian Motorcycle Association, HOOAH, and more are volunteering with booths
and giveaways at the airport. At 1:45 p.m., bikers will depart on Route 15 through Wayne City on the way to their next destination. The public is encouraged to line Broadway Street with flags and other signs of appreciation to cheer on bikers as they ride to the airport. The public is also welcome to go to the airport and show their support and appreciation for veterans at this event. Bikers across the nation assemble annually for the Run for the Wall ride that promotes healing among veterans, calls for an accounting of all Prisoners of War and those Missing in Action (POW/MIA), honors the memory of those Killed in Action (KIA), and supports our military personnel all over the world. The ride begins in
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California and ends at the Vietnam Memorial in Washington, D.C. Mt. Vernon is their only Illinois stop. Businesses and individuals are encouraged to aid in donations towards fuel for the “Run for the Wall” riders.
If you wish to donate or would like more information, contact the Mt. Vernon Convention & Visitors Bureau at 618-242-3151 or tourism@mtvernon.com.
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In the news: • North Korea will stop missile testing and shut down nuclear test sites • DRN sues • James Comey...be careful what you ask for The big news of the week is the notorious leader of
North Korea (since 2011) Kim Jong-Un announced last week that he will stop missile testing and shut down a major nuclear test site. Very good news for President Trump. Trump has agreed to sit down with the North
Korean leader in May or the first of June, which, in my opinion, is a historical moment. In the last 60 years no American President has sat down with North Korea. Could it be that the recent air strikes in Syria might have opened Kim Jong-Un's
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eyes? But trust, two things will happen: 1) The U.S. won't, no matter what, back away from South Korea. 2) If the leader of North Korea starts playing games (which he's been known to do) during the future talks between North Korea and the U.S., Trump has made it clear he'll walk away. Only time will tell the story on this recent development. I hope and pray this all works out! On to the DNC's lawsuit against the Trump administration, WikiLeaks and the Russian Government. The charge: Interference in the 2016 election. I guess, in other words, collusion. Really! The party of Hillary Clinton, Donna Brazile and Debbie Wasserman Schultz. So let's look at reality. Donna Brazile, vice chairman of the DNC at the time, gave Hillary Clinton the questions for an upcoming debate. Now if that's not collusion I don't know what is. Hillary Clinton— there isn't enough space in the paper to point out her wrongdoing. And then there's Debbie Wasserman Schultz that literally colluded to cost Bernie Sanders the election! Current DNC Chairman
Tom Perez filed this suit on Friday of last week, saying, "There is a mountain of evidence," and turning over 66 pages of documents. I'm curious what that is! He continued to say it was nothing more than an assault on Democracy, and then said, "we" — referring to the DNC — had a wonderful candidate, referring to Hillary. In my opinion, Tom Perez falls nothing short of totally disillusioned. Keep in mind, currently, even under Mueller's witch hunt nothing has come out. The bottom line, as someone put it on Meet the Press Sunday morning, there's no there there. But what did happen in filing this suit was it did a lot to help the Republican Party in the midterm elections, just when the Democrats were, in my opinion, making some headway! On to James Comey and his new book full of finger pointing. The fact is, as the Director of the FBI, Comey didn't follow the rules with Trump or Hillary Clinton. James Comey, in fact, leaked confidential documents to the press, knowing they would be reported on. So the bottom line is, the other fact that remains is today there is still no evidence of collusion. The
House and the Senate conducted their own investigation and found nothing. Furthermore, according to James Comey, Donald Trump told him — referring to the collusion with Russia — "Get to the bottom of this." Seems that Comey is contradicting himself. I would tell James Comey, "Be careful what you ask for, you may get it." Things could blow up in his face, and in the end he could face legal consequences for leaking confidential material. Time will tell. Another possibility, in the end, all this could flush out that Obama's intelligence team messed around with a secret dossier that could show that Obama and Clinton were messing around with the 2016 election. Oh the webs they weave. And last but not least, remembering former First Lady Barbara Bush.. she represented a civilized political America. God rest her soul. Until next week. To comment on this or any column in The Shopper’s Weekly, please mail to: Editor, P.O. Box 1223, Centralia IL 62801, email to info@theshoppersweekly.com or drop it off at the office on 301 E. Broadway. In order for your letter to be considered for publication, you must provide your signature and an address and phone number where you can be reached. Addresses and phone numbers will not be published.
The History Of Illinois Discussion At C.E. Brehm Library Jefferson County Historical T h e C . E . B r e h m attend a one-hour discus- as the military, political, discussed. Society Afternoon Tea Memorial Public Library in sion on the History of social, and economic The C.E. Brehm Mt. Vernon offers a variety of classes and special presentations. One of their upcoming events is a discussion on the history of Illinois. On April 26 at 6:30 p.m. the public is invited to
Illinois, which will be presented by Tom Emery, a freelance writer and historical researcher from Carlinville who has earned seven awards from the Illinois State Historical Society. Larger topics such
history of Illinois will be covered. In addition, such specific subjects as agriculture, labor, railroads, education, diversity, coal mining, disasters, anecdotal stories, and key cities and individuals will also be
Memorial Public Library is located at 101 S. 7th St. in Mt., Vernon, Illinois. For more information on the Library and its programs call 618- 242-6322.
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Over 175 students from Field, Hamilton County, Opdyke Belle-Rive, Rome, Summersville and Waltonville rehearsed last week for the Rend Lake Music Festival at Rend Lake College. Sara Alstat, Professor of Music from Rend Lake College, directed the choir of over 100 and Cliff Jourdan, Professor of Music from Kaskaskia College, directed the band of over 100. Some students
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Area Pastor Speaks To Mt. Vernon Rotary About Helping The Homeless Reverend Kent Jackson, center, pastor of the Family Life Church, was the guest speaker at this week’s Rotary Club of Mt. Vernon service club meeting. Reverend Jackson talked about Family Life Church’s efforts to accommodate the homeless during this winter’s extremely cold weather, sheltering over 130 individuals and making it a
ministry of the church to care for their neighbors. He went on to say the Church was in a planning mode to open a full time homeless shelter facility. Also pictured are Rotarian Brenda Torrez, who introduced Reverend Jackson, and Rotary President-Elect James Flagg, who thanked the speaker. Submitted Photo
Entertainment Announced For 2018 Mt. Vernon Fall Fest The official entertainment line-up for this year’s Mt. Vernon Fall Fest, held September 28- 30, has been set. Friday night’s entertainment will begin at 5:15 p.m. with St. Louis band, Big Rain. Big Rain focuses on new music from pop, rock, indie, and alternative genres. They cover music f rom One Republic, Imagine Dragons, Pharrell, Gavin Degraw, Fitz and the Tantrums, Maroon 5, and more. Friday, at 8 p.m., Platinum Rock Legends (PRL) of St. Louis will take the stage. PRL is the ultimate rock tribute band, now touring nationwide. They impersonate favorite legends including Journey, Bon Jovi, Queen, and even boy bands like Backstreet Boys and ‘N Sync. PRL is described as a Las Vegas style rock concert super
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show with entertaining productions that rely heavily on audience participation. Saturday evening will open with local Southern Illinois band, U-Foria, at 6:15 p.m. They feature former Mt. Vernon resident Miranda Joy Willmore on vocals. Currently touring the United States, U-Foria focuses on country, rock, blues, original, and cover songs. Saturday night’s “Illinois Proud” Fall Fest headliner, at 8:15 p.m., will feature Rockford, IL native and rising country music star Mo Pitney. His classic country sound can be compared to the traditional country greats Randy Travis and George Strait. Pitney has performed at the Grand Ole Opry, Lake Shake festival in Chicago, and most recently, the
Country to Country festival in London. His single “Country” peaked at #35 on the Billboard Country charts in 2015. Other singles include “Boy & A Girl Thing, “Clean Up on Aisle Five,” and “Come Do a Little Life.” Blues Day returns on Sunday, September 30, beginning at 11 a.m. with Southern Illinois blues trio, Cat Daddy’O. They feature a thundering rhythm section with an old-school rhythm and blues style. At 1:15 p.m., Al Holliday & the East Side Rhythm Band will take the stage. Their soul music is described as more Mississippi River and less New York City. Their sound combines the funky feel of New Orleans R&B with the power and intensity of East St. Louis’ own Ike & Tina Turner. Marquise Knox will
close out the festival at 3:15 p.m. Sunday. This young, St. Louis native was nominated for a Blues Music Award for Best New Artist Debut with his album, Manchild, recorded when he was only 16. Marquise's blues talents have allowed him to perform with blues legends B.B. King, Pinetop Pe r k i ns , an d D av i d “Honeyboy” Edwards. For more information on Fall Fest, contact the Mt. Vernon Convention & Visitor’s Bureau at 618-2423151 or tourism@mtvernon.com. Also, visit our website www.enjoymtvernon.com, or our Fall Fest Facebook page https:// www.facebook.com/mtvfallfest/, to stay up to date on all Fall Fest events and activities.
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This year’s Comprehensive Connections Celebration Day will be held on Saturday, May 5 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Veteran’s Memorial Park and Rolland Lewis Building in Mt. Vernon, Illinois. In the Spotlight will be their Senior Services program and featuring their future Senior Center. They encourage senior citizens to come out and find out what the buzz is all about. In addition, each of their programs will be represented and everyone will have the opportunity to learn more about all of
Comprehensive Connections' services, which include: Behavioral Healthcare Mental Health Services and Community Service Group; Behavioral Healthcare Substance Abuse Inpatient and Outpatient Services; Sunshine Center which provides various Senior Services; Vocational Services for adults with disabilities, and Car Care Connections featuring a car wash and greenhouse. There will be a variety of games, including BINGO, in which everyone can participate. Refreshments will
be available for purchase. All funds raised will go towards the future Senior Center. Awards will be presented to outstanding individuals who have received services, along with employee service awards. They will also be having their 5K Run / Fun Run and a 1 mile walk on the park trail. Registration fees are $30 for the 5K, $20 for the walk, and $15 for the Fun Run. The 5K / Fun Run and 1 mile walk begins at 9:00. Visit www.compconnect.org to register online prior to the race day or to
download a registration form. Race registration will be available the morning of, but there will not be a guarantee of a tee shirt. All proceeds from the 5K Run / Fun Run / and 1 mile walk will go towards the future Senior Center. Appointments will be able to be made for the car wash and plants from the greenhouse will be available for purchase, including beautiful hanging baskets for Mother’s Day. They look forward to seeing you there.
Area 4-H Public Speaking Contest May 2
4-H members from Bond, Clinton, Jefferson, Marion, and Washington Counties will come together for an area wide public speaking contest on May 2 at Kaskaskia College. The public is welcome to attend the contest, which will take place in the Lifelong Learning Center
beginning at 6 p.m. Three youth from each county will have the opportunity to advance to the State 4-H Public Presentation Contest on June 9 in Decatur. For more information about the 4-H Public Speaking Contest, contact your local University of
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Explore Backyard Beekeeping On April 28
Are you considering getting started in beekeeping? On Apr i l 28, University of Illinois Extension is offering a program on Backyard Beekeeping. The program is at the Jefferson County Extension Office in Mt. Vernon at 9 a.m. Local beekeepers from
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Is Microchipping Worth The Cost? DEAR PAW'S CORNER: To save money, I take my two cats, "Betty" and "Wilma," to a local shot clinic that is held every spring. This year, the tech asked if I wanted my cats microchipped. I said no, because they're indoor cats and it seems like an unnecessary expense. He looked at me like I was almost a criminal for not saying yes! What do you think? — D ottie in Knoxv ille, Tennessee DEAR DOTTIE: It's entirely your decision whether to microchip your pets, so there was no need for the tech to get all judgmental about it. Since I have your attention, though, allow me to throw some statistics your way. A 2009 study cited by the American Veterinary
The Shoppers Weekly – Mt. Vernon Area Medical Association found that dogs without microchips were returned to their owners 22 percent of the time, whereas microchipped dogs were returned 52 percent of the time. Cats without microchips were reunited with their owners less than 2 percent of the time, whereas microchipped cats went back home 38 percent of the time. Now, I know Betty and Wilma are purely indoor cats, which vastly improves their chances for healthy, long lives. However, accidents happen. Doors get left ajar. Thunderstorms roll in. And indoor cats ... get outside. Your cats probably have collars and tags — and that's great. But cats are notorious for slipping their collars. While a microchip doesn't guarantee your cats will be found and reunited with you, it does greatly improve the odds. Microchips have been standardized and data networks greatly improved over the past decade. So, while it is always your choice to microchip your cats, I do think it's worth the extra cost to do so. © 2017 King Features Synd., Inc.
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This is the fourth year that ASPCA has brought attention to this brutal form of abuse. Dog fighting is a blood sport in which dogs are forced to fight each other for peoples' entertainment and monetary gain. This cruel inhumane act is a felony in all 50 states, but it still continues. We as a community can take action to stop it by not being silent and spreading the word. The Humane Society has a website where you can get free packets to do this. The packets include posters, postcards brochures, etc. If you suspect dog fighting in your neighborhood, tell your local law enforcement to contact The Humane Society of the United States. It has a standard reward now doubled to $5,000.00. A couple of ways to spot these violent acts are: • Numerous pit bull types being kept in one location, especially multiple dogs chained and unsocialized; and • Dogs who have scars on their face, legs, and back area. Another form of animal cruelty is called puppy mills. Puppy Mills are an establishment where the people breed puppies for sale, typically on an incentive basis, in a condition regarded as inhumane. The profit is of more importance than the care given. Here are 10 signs from the website iheartdogs. com to see if a puppy that you may be interested in has come from a puppy mill: 1. Out of state. You really should stay away from pet stores when puppy buying. Be worried if they are coming from out of state, especially midwestern states. 2. If a breeder cannot let you meet the parents, you should walk away. Not meeting the parents would be like buying a car without knowing the make of the car. For all you know those people did not even breed the puppy. Buying and selling him/ her could be secondhand for unknown reasons.
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3. Let's meet. If you call a breeder and they say "lets meet" when you ask to visit their kennel, be wary. Unless there is an extreme circumstance, there should be no reason you cannot see where the puppy was born. 4. Reputable breeders. Breeders focus on one breed, maybe two. If you see a site with five or more breeds and mixed breeds it's a puppy mill. 5. Multiple litters. When you call and they say they have a waiting list on litters they have and a waiting list on the unborn, more than likely you are looking at a puppy mill. If the breeder has 30 puppies, it's definitely a puppy mill. 6. Vaccinations. Puppy mills do not like to spend money. That being said, more than likely the parents may not be vaccinated (always ask). Puppies have probably not been not vaccinated or there are so many they've been done twice. 7. Beware of breeders making promises. If you have a certain mix and they promise that the dog will have a certain type of quality of one breed or the other, steer clear. 8. Cleanliness. Puppy mill puppies will likely have a smell like a kennel and they have poor coat quality. 9. Breeders should care enough about what happens to a puppy that she / he should have a contract protecting you both. 10. Too young. There is a certain age you are allowed to take a puppy from his/her mother. If the breeder lets you take them before time, more than likely it's because they do not want to have that extra expense. Neglect is one other form of abuse. It is the failure to provide basic care required for an animal to thrive. According to the Animal Legal Defense Fund, at first glance cases may seem less egregious than a single brutal act of violent abuse, but severe neglect can mean extended periods of extreme suffering resulting in permanent injury or even death. The Animal Legal Defense Fund maintains a database of criminal cases in the U.S. It was reported to their organization 30% of cases that they tracked was animal neglect, often associated with human neglect. This could mean the elderly, or young children, or other dependents. Neglect could also include handling animals on a large scale as the puppy mills mentioned earlier, or hoarding animals. We as a community need to put a stop to the cruelty of animals. They cannot speak for themselves. We are responsible for those who are unable to defend themselves. April may be set aside for the awareness of animal cruelty, but we as human beings should always be the voice of those that cannot be heard.
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Girl Scouts 106th Birthday Celebration
Jefferson County Girl Scouts gathered at the Rolland Lewis Building to celebrate the 106th Birthday of Girl Scouting with a Carnival on the last day of Girl Scout Week 2018. Troops that joined efforts to make this celebration a success are: Troop 8609, 8626, 8643, 8647, 8713 and 8872. Girl scouts pictured are: Aabri Savage, Libby Shands, Jasmyne Crone, Khloe Rodriguez, Lilly and May a Po ol, Me ag y n McKinnies, R aelyn Schneider, Anna Kingsley, Baylee Nichols, Heather Pruett, Addyson and Lydia Bruce, Alayna Simmons, Isabella and Rhianna
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Girl Scouts Name Outstanding Graduating Scholars Girl Scouts of Southern Illinois (GSSI) is pleased to announce that two excelling Girl Scouts, Kaitlyn Barnett and Lydia Fulton, have been selected as its 2018 Outstanding Graduating Girl Scout Scholarship winners. The girls were recognized April 7 at GSSI’s annual All That Glitters Ceremony held at the Double Tree in Mt. Vernon, Illinois. GSSI’s Outstanding Graduating Girl Scout Scholarship is awarded to the Girl Scouts who demonstrate extraordinary leadership in the Girl Scout movement, in school and in their community. Outstanding Graduating Girl Scouts Scholarships are funded from proceeds from the annual Brownie Haunted Camp, which is planned, organized and conducted by older Girl Scouts. The Outstanding Graduating Girl Scout Scholarships show how girls work together to make the world a better place. The two girls that have been
awarded this Scholarship for 2018 have gone above and beyond in all areas of Girl Scouting, their communities, schools, and extracurricular activities. They are true leaders that give endlessly of their time and talents. Kaitlyn Barnett is a Girl Scout Ambassador who has been a Girl Scout for 13 years. She has earned her Bronze, Silver, and Gold Awards making her a Trifecta recipient. She has also received her Counselor-In-Training, Volunteer-In-Training, Service to Girl Scouts, and C om mu n it y S e r v i c e Awards. Kaitlyn is currently a senior at Triad High School in Troy and p l a n s o n at t e n d i n g Southeast Missouri State University where she would like to complete a double m aj or i n Hi stor i c a l Preservation and Biology, with a focus in Environmental and Ecological studies. Her dream job would be working as a Park Ranger
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Blue Sunday is a national day of prayer for those affected by child abuse and neglect and for those who care for these children. Join them at One Hope United on Sunday, May 29 at 2 p.m. for prayer and worship. Tours of the campus will take place for those who are interested and light refreshments will be served. For questions, please contact Jayme Godoyo at jgodoyo@onehopeunited.org or 618367-9100.
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Local Government Education Webinar: Open Meetings Act University of Illinois Extension Community and Economic Development will air a live webinar on the Open Meetings Act on May 3, 2018, from Noon – 1:00 p.m. Sarah Pratt, Public Access Counselor from the Illinois Attorney General’s Office, will highlight the training and tools required to implement this policy at the local level, and avoid violations. Sarah Pratt presently serves as Public Access Counselor for Illinois Attorney General Lisa Madigan. Pratt began her career as an Assistant Attorney General in General Law and served under four Attorneys General as a litigator and supervisor as the Bureau C h i e f o f Wo r k e r s ' Compensation and Bureau Chief of General Law in Springfield, Illinois. Sarah has worked at the AG's Office since 2011. After leading the Public Access Bureau for two years, she was appointed Public Access Counselor. Sarah is a Phi Beta Kappa graduate of Illinois College with a
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• On April 25, 1859, at Port Said, Egypt, ground is broken for the Suez Canal, an artificial waterway intended to stretch 101 miles across the Isthmus of Suez. Labor disputes and a cholera epidemic slowed construction, and the Suez Canal was not completed until 1869 -- four years behind schedule. • On April 27, 1865, boiler explosions on the Mississippi River steamboat Sultana kill an estimated 1,547 people, mostly Union soldiers returning home after the Civil War. The passengers were killed by flying metal, scalding water and collapsing decks. • On April 28, 1897,
the Chickasaw and Choctaw, two of the Five Civilized Tribes, agree to abolish tribal government and communal ownership of land, following the goals of the Dawes Severalty Act. The other tribes soon followed, throwing open all of Indian Territory to white settlement. • On April 29, 1945, the U.S. Seventh Army's 45th Infantry Division liberates Dachau, the first concentration camp established by Germany's Nazi regime. In the course of Dachau's history, at least 160,000 prisoners passed through the camp. • On April 23, 1969, Sirhan Sirhan, a
Palestinian immigrant, is sentenced to death after being convicted in the assassination of politician Robert F. Kennedy. In 1972, Sirhan's sentence was commuted to life in prison after California abolished the death penalty. • On April 26, 1977, the world-famous Studio 54, in New York City, opens its doors for the first time. Actors, models, musicians and athletes, as well as political figures came out to be seen during the disco club's brief heyday, which lasted less than three years. • On April 24, 1980, an ill-fated military operation to rescue the 52 American hostages held in Tehran, Iran, ends with eight U.S. servicemen dead and no hostages rescued. The hostages would not be released for another 270 days.
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1 (10¾-oz.) can cream of mushroom soup, undiluted 1/2 cup sour cream 2 tsp. Dijon mustard 2 T. sliced almonds
Place broccoli in 12x8x2" baking dish. Cover tightly with heavy duty plastic wrap; fold back small corner of wrap to allow steam to escape. Microwave on high 2 to 3 minutes. Rearrange spears. Cover and microwave on high an additional 3 to 4 minutes. Drain broccoli; set aside. Place 1 slice of cheese on each ham slice. Divide broccoli into 8 portions; arrange a portion on each ham slice, placing stems in center and flowerets to outside. Roll up securely, and place seam side down in greased 12x8x2" baking dish. Combine soup, sour cream, and mustard; pour over ham rolls. Sprinkle with almonds. Cover with heavy duty plastic wrap; fold back small corner of wrap to allow steam to escape. Microwave on high 8 to 10 minutes or until casserole is thoroughly heated, giving dish half-turn after 5 minutes. Yield: 4 to 6 servings. Conventional Directions: Cook broccoli according to package directions. Assemble casserole; cover and bake at 350° for 20 minutes or until bubbly.
Lots of Noodles Lasagna 4 oz. medium egg noodles 1 (8 oz.) package cream cheese 1 cup cream-style cottage cheese 1/2 cup sour cream
1 lb. ground chuck 1 (14 oz.) jar spaghetti sauce 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Cook noodles according to package directions; drain. Spoon into lightly greased 12x8x2" baking dish. Place cream cheese in 1-quart microwave-safe bowl; microwave on high 30 to 50 seconds. Add cottage cheese and sour cream; stir well. Spread mixture over noodles. Crumble beef into microwave-safe colander; place in 9" pie plate. Cover beef with wax paper; microwave on high 5 to 7 minutes or until meat is no longer pink, stirring after 3 minutes. Combine beef and spaghetti sauce; spoon over cream cheese mixture. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Cover tightly with heavy-duty plastic wrap; fold back small corner of wrap to allow steam to escape. Microwave on high 8 to 10 minutes, giving dish half-turn after 4 minutes. Yield: 6 servings.
Chicken Mexicana 4 chicken breast halves, skinned and boned 1 (10% oz.) can cream of chicken soup, undiluted 2½ cups crushed corn chips
1 (11 oz.) can Cheddar cheese soup, undiluted 1 (10 oz.) can diced tomatoes and green chiles
Cut chicken into bite-size pieces; arrange in 8" square baking dish. Cover with wax paper, and microwave on high 6 to 8 minutes or until chicken is done. Cool; cut chicken into smaller pieces, if desired. Combine chicken soup, cheese soup, and tomatoes and green chiles. Layer half of chips and all of chicken in lightly greased 12x8x2" baking dish; pour soup mixture over chicken. Microwave on high 10 to 12 minutes, turning dish after 5 minutes. Sprinkle remaining chips on top, and microwave on high 1 to 1½ additional minutes. Yield: 6 servings. *** If you have a favorite recipe and want to share it with us, just send it in c/o The Shopper's Weekly, P.O. Box 1223, Centralia, IL 62801 or email to: info@ theshoppersweekly.com, (Subject - ATTN: Lizzie) Also, if you have a household problem, like a stubborn stain or a kitchen conundrum, drop us a line, our readers just might have your solution! I'm also interested in your general decorating or household tips. Send your message in a bottle and we might just publish it and enlighten our readers! Until next week, Au Revoir! —Elizabeth Fenton
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Mulch is available in various forms. Like other land and garden products, mulch can go a long way toward helping plants thrive. Mulch comprises just about any material that is spread over the surface of soil. Its purpose is primarily to help soil retain moisture. In addition, mulch can staunch weed growth, keep soil cool, improve the aesthetics of garden beds, and even improve soil nutrient composition. When the right mulch is chosen, it can reduce the amount of time homeowners spend watering and weeding their gardens and insulate plants from dramatic changes in weather. Gardeners may not realize that mulch also can prevent garden soil from becoming overly compacted, according to HGTV. This can mean beneficial earthworms can move easily through the soil, creating channels for water and depositing their nutrient-rich waste products. Gardeners can choose organic or inorganic mulch. Organic mulches are derived from natural materials that will decompose
over time, lending organic matter as well as various nutrients to the soil. Organic mulches also may contain beneficial microorganisms that can fight against plant diseases. Inorganic mulches may be made of stones, landscape fabrics and plastic. Both types will need to be amended or replaced as they degrade. Those who want the most environmentally-friendly mulching materials can choose allnatural mulches instead of synthetic alternatives. To work effectively, mulch should be applied in a two- to three-inch layer of material, state the experts at Old World Garden Farms. This is the ideal amount to retain soil moisture and suppress weed growth without choking plants. Also, mulch that is too thick may make it impossible for water to penetrate, or it may prevent the soil from airing out, causing continuously wet conditions that lead to root and stem rot. The University of Connecticut Home & Garden Education Center says mulch should not be placed directly against plant
crowns or tree bases, as this can promote the development of disease. It may also serve as a habitat for barkand stem-eating rodents. The center also suggests watering newly installed bark or wood mulches to prevent fungi from colonizing in dry mulch and causing problems like a water-repellent surface on the mulch. Home landscapers considering mulch types may find that compost, manure and grass clippings (from nonpesticide-treated lawns) can be inexpensive and versatile in garden beds. The home advice site The Spruce notes that newspaper may also be effective. Many newspapers have switched over to organic dyes, especially for their black and white sections. Newspapers are an inexpensive way to suppress weeds and act like organic mulch in beds. They can be covered with other organic mulch, like shredded bark, for more visual appeal. Mulch can be a versatile asset when doing gardening projects around home landscapes. And the benefits are more than just aesthetic.
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within. For various reasons, the lame beggar could not go into the temple. Did he realize the beauty that was only a few yards beyond where he sat? I had a vision of a woman wearing an old, tattered, dirty dress, that looked like beggars clothes. She was pushing an old rusty bicycle with an empty wire basket aďŹƒxed to the handlebars, uphill toward a gate. I believe that gate was the Gate Beautiful. In the Old Testament four starving lepers decided to leave their place outside the city gate where people were dying from a severe famine. They went into the enemy camp and discovered that the army had fled, leaving behind their food and spoils. As they feasted, they con-
The Gate Beautiful Barbara Bush was a remarkable woman. A news clip showed former President Bush reading some of the letters he had sent his wife when he was a fighter pilot. H. W. referred to his wife as beautiful. Beautiful may be hard to define, but we know when we see something truly beautiful. Peter and John were on their way to the temple at the hour of prayer. They saw a lame beggar at the Gate Beautiful. The Jews had many names for the gates of the temple and Jerusalem. John saw a vision of the New Jerusalem, the Holy City above that has 12 gates made of a single pearl. But these gates were only entrances to the awesome beauty
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The beauty of heaven will flood your soul. FRUITS OF PRAISE brings you through the Gate Beautiful into his presence. “So, he, leaping up, stood and walked and entered the temple with them — walking, leaping, and praising God.â€? (Acts 3:8-10) His testimony brought many to praise God. Praise his name! (Psalm 34:1-4) Put faith in the name of Jesus. Throw o your beggar’s garments and come through the Gate Beautiful to Jesus. Rise and be healed in the name of Jesus. He will give you “beauty for ashes.â€? Shalom, Cliff Sanders Eagle Life Ministries eagleslife8@gmail.com
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