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TIDBITS® OVERCOMES THE MARS CURSE by Janet Spencer It’s tough to get to Mars. About half of the 50 or so missions, originating from a variety of countries, have ended in failure. Come along as we remember failures and successes. EARLY EFFORTS • There is currently one lander in operation on Mars (InSight), along with three rovers (Curiosity, Perseverance, and China’s Zhurong) and 8 orbiting satellites. It was a long hard road to get here, with the Soviets having a particularly hard time. The long list of failures became known as the Mars Curse. • Between 1960 and 1962, the Soviets launched 5 missions to Mars, and all failed. One of the most heartbreaking was the Mars 1, which sailed towards Mars for five months, making it 65.9 million miles (106 million km) before its radio failed and communication permanently ceased. • In 1964, NASA gave it a try with Mariner 3 but that also failed shortly after launch when the solar panels failed to function properly and the batteries died as the ground crew was frantically trying to fix the problem. • Three weeks later, the launch of NASA’s Mariner 4 became the first successful mission to Mars, a flyby that took the first close up images of the planet, sending back 22 images which showed the atmosphere was much thinner than expected. (cont)
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In 1969, NASA sent two more successful Mariner missions. The 200 pictures they sent back to Earth covered 20% of the planet. Photos did not reveal any canals, but did show trace amounts of water.
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In 1971 NASA sent up Mariner 8 and 9. Mariner 8 failed. Mariner 9 took off 11 days after the Soviet’s Mars 2 and 3 but was travelling faster, so it beat them to Mars and became the first spacecraft to orbit another planet. It arrived during a planet-wide dust storm and had to wait six weeks for things to settle. Meanwhile, the Soviet’s Mars 2 arrived and its lander set down in the middle of the storm, immediately going offline. Mariner 9 spent a year in orbit and sent back 7,300 pictures revealing canyons, river beds, and the discovery of Olympus Mons, the largest extinct volcano in the solar system. In 1973 the Soviets sent up four Mars probes, three of which failed. The 4th sent back half of one picture before communication failed. At this point they had only 2 successful missions out of 18. They didn’t send another mission to Mars for another 15 years. In 1975, NASA’s Viking 1 and 2, both consisting of an orbiter and a lander, were both a success. Viking 2’s orbiter sent back nearly 16,000 images of Mars. Viking 1’s lander sent back the first panoramic photo of the planet. (cont)
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When you make a meringue, be sure to spread it all the way to the crust on all sides. If you do, it will not shrink.
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After your dishwasher has run its course, open up the door and let the dishes air dry. On cold days, there's the added bonus of humidifying the house with the steam that escapes.
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Research says that the best time of day to exercise is in the morning, but the truth is that the best time for YOU to exercise is when you will go through with it. So, try out different times of the day, and when you find one that fits, schedule it in your daily planner and block the time out at least three times per week.
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Making your own flavored yogurt is cheap and much better for you. You can avoid a lot of added sugar. Start with plain, unflavored yogurt and add: pureed fruits, toasted oats, honey, vanilla or almond extract, or plumped-up raisins (add enough hot water to cover a tablespoon of raisins and let sit for a minute or two). Yummy.
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"If you stick the end of your celery stalks in a cup of water and rocks (or in some very damp dirt), they will begin to regrow. This is a great way to have a never-ending supply of celery. You also can regrow scallions from the root end." -- Y.L.J. in Missouri
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Metal shower hooks can be used in the sewing basket to hold safety pins. They can be used in a jewelry box to corral costume rings as well.
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The next Mars mission was in 1988 when the Soviets sent up probes Phobos 1 and 2. One of them failed; the other took 37 pictures of Phobos, one of the two moons of Mars. In 1991, the USSR dismantled, but in 1996 the Russian space agency sent up another Mars probe that failed to leave Earth’s orbit. In 1992, NASA’s winning streak of five successful missions ended when the Mars Observer orbiter lost communication just before it reached Mars orbit. The loss was painful because it cost $813 million, four times the original budget. The loss propelled NASA into new programs dubbed the Faster, Better, Cheaper mission, or FBC.
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In 1996 NASA sent up the Pathfinder lander along with the Sojourner rover, the first to go up under the Faster, Better, Cheaper program. The Pathfinder lander was the first to use airbags upon landing. It transmitted over 16,000 images along with 8 million measurements, and found fossilized bacteria in a meteorite. The Sojourner was the first wheeled vehicle used on another planet. They were both expected to expire within a few weeks, but remained operational until 1997.
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Also successful was NASA’s Mars Global Surveyor which arrived safely at Mars in 1997. It circled for ten years before losing contact in 2006, sending back information about ancient lava flows, gullies formed by flowing water, mineral deposits, and complete mapping of the surface.
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In 1998, Japan’s only attempt to reach Mars failed when their probe ran out of fuel before getting there. Also in 1998, all three of NASA’s missions failed. NASA turned the corner in 2001 with the Mars Odyssey orbiter which is still operational, making it the longest serving spacecraft on Mars. This craft revealed vast amounts of ice buried beneath the poles. (cont)
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NASA’s FBC program experienced failure with the 1999 Mars Polar Lander due to a mathematical miscalculation. Lockheed Martin was using metric measurements (Newtons of force per second) but their files were written in Imperial measurements (pounds of force per second). One pound of force is equal to 4.45 Newtons of force. The thrust needed to land on Mars was underestimated by a factor of 4.45, putting the craft into the wrong trajectory. It crashed.
By Lucie Winborne • Maurice Sendak's beloved kids' classic "Where the Wild Things Are" was originally titled "Where the Wild Horses Are." Why the change in title? Sendak realized he was unable to draw horses.
In 2003 the European Space Agency launched the Mars Express Orbiter along with the Beagle 2 lander in their first attempt at reaching Mars. The Beagle failed. However, the Express orbiter was very successful and is still in operation. The Orbiter revealed more evidence of flowing water along with plotting minerology maps.
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Rapper Lil' Wayne originally went by the moniker "Shrimp Daddy."
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Not ones to marry in haste and repent at leisure, a Paraguayan couple set up housekeeping in 1933. After 80 years, eight children and 50 grandchildren, the 103year-old groom finally said a formal "I do" to his 99-year-old bride.
In 2003 NASA sent up the twin rovers Spirit and Opportunity which were both successful. Although designed to last only 3 months, the Spirit remained in operation for 6 years before dying in a sand dune, and the Opportunity stayed functional for 15 years before falling silent in a sandstorm. They showed that Mars atmosphere and climate were once much more hospitable.
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The prize money for winning the Monopoly World Championship is $20,580 -- the same amount of money there is in the game's bank.
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Modern students who complain about the amount of homework they're issued might well wish they'd lived in the late 1800s and early 1900s, when doctors crusaded against it because they believed it was causing children to become wan, weak and nervous. In 1901, California even banned homework for anyone under the age of 15.
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Over a 24-year career, Roman charioteer Gaius Appuleius Diocles amassed an astonishing fortune worth 35,863,120 sesterces (an ancient Roman coin), or roughly $15 billion in today's dollars, making him the highest-paid athlete of all time.
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In January 2021, the first commercial 3Dprinted house in the U.S. went on sale for $299,000.
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The term "rum bubber," which originated in the 16th century, referred to a thief who specialized in stealing silver tankards from inns and pubs.
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An actual "chill pill," which could even be made at home, was used in the late 1800s to remedy chills associated with a high fever.
Another wildly successful mission was NASA’s Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter which began orbiting in 2006. It has returned more data than all previous Mars missions combined and continues to send data. The Soviets made another attempt to reach Phobos with the Phobos-Grunt mission in 2011, which failed to leave Earth orbit. It was their 19th attempt to get to Mars in 28 years. Only five met with partial success. NASA’s rover Curiosity arrived safely in 2012, followed by Perserverance in 2021 and its helicopter Ingenuity. Every single American mission in the 2000s succeeded. The Mars Curse is now broken!
Thought for the Day: "We should live, act, and say nothing to the injury of anyone. It is not only best as a matter of principle, but it is the path to peace and honor." -- Robert E. Lee (c) 2022 King Features Synd., Inc.
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Green Bean Salad When you think of salad, you probably think of a lettuce salad with store-bought dressing drizzled over top. Well, you'll never think that way again when you put this delicious green bean salad on the menu! 2 (15-ounce) cans whole green beans, rinsed and drained 1/2 cup sliced fresh mushrooms 1/4 cup chopped walnuts 1/4 cup fat-free mayonnaise 2 tablespoons fat-free sour cream 1 tablespoon Dijon country mustard 1/8 teaspoon black pepper 1. In a large bowl, combine green beans, mushrooms and walnuts. In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, mustard and black pepper. Add mayonnaise mixture to bean mixture. 2. Mix gently to combine. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. Gently stir again just before serving. Makes 4 (1 cup) servings. * Each serving equals: 104 calories, 4g fat, 4g protein, 13g carbs., 886mg sodium, 4g fiber; Diabetic Exchanges: 2 Vegetable, 1 Fat. (c) 2022 King Features Syndicate, Inc.
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1. The Batman (PG-13) Robert Pattinson, Zoe Kravitz 2. Jujutsu Kaisen 0: The Movie (PG-13) animated 3. Uncharted (PG-13) Tom Holland, Mark Wahlberg 4. X (R) Mia Goth, Jenna Ortega 5. Dog (PG-13) Channing Tatum, Q'orianka Kilcher 6. Spider-Man: No Way Home (PG-13) Tom Holland, Zendaya 7. Death on the Nile (PG-13) Tom Bateman, Annette Bening 8. The Outfit (R) Mark Rylance, Zoey Deutch 9. The Kashmir Files (NR) Mithun Chakraborty, Anupam Kher 10. Sing 2 (PG) animated Source: Box Office Mojo (c) 2022 King Features Synd., Inc.
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Roommate Stuck With Unwanted Kitten DEAR PAW'S CORNER: The local shelter in our college town does not allow college students to adopt pets. However, my roommate managed to get around the rule by using her boyfriend's address, and she brought a kitten into our dorm. I told her to take it back, as pets are not allowed in the dorm (except for service animals). She ignored me. Two weeks later, she dropped out of school and moved in with her boyfriend, leaving behind most of her stuff -- and the kitten! If I tell our R.A. I could get in trouble. What can I do? I don't want anyone to know what college I'm at, so sign me -- Beth in Boston DEAR BETH: Honesty is the best policy here, and the welfare of the kitten is at stake. Contact the shelter right away. Explain what happened with your roommate, that you're caring for the kitten as she's abandoned it, but that you aren't allowed to keep it. Next, tell your R.A. what happened. Call your parents, too, so they're aware of the problem and will support you if there's an issue with the school. Your roommate used either her name or her boyfriend's name and his address. The shelter will have this on file, so they can verify that you're not the one who's responsible for the kitten. they'll give you instructions on how to bring the kitten back and surrender it to them. If there's a surrender fee, they should bill the boyfriend and your ex-roommate. Likewise, any penalties assessed by the college should fall on your ex-roommate. Send your tips, comments or questions to ask@pawscorner.com. (c) 2022 King Features Synd., Inc.
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DIARRHEA AND CONSTIPATION Inflammatory Bowel Diseases (IBD), which include Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Crohn’s Disease, Colitis, Diverticulitis, GastroEsophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Celiac, etc. are on the increase. These sometimes debilitating diseases become a significant mental, physical and financial drain. They become mentally consumptive – awareness of where the next bathroom is, sensitivity to what they put in their mouths, never knowing where the next “attack” may hit - it can be exhaustive. Life for these individuals can be quite tough. There are a few stand-by medications that work to allay an attack or even keep somewhat dormant, however, not enough is said about healing the conditions. Many believe this is not possible. I have personally seen many severe cases helped through acupuncture and nutrition. Like all symptoms, finding the causative factor is critical in resolving the condition. Some of the factors that pre-dispose a person to IBD include infections, medications such as antibiotics, hormonal changes, poor dietary habits, stressful lifestyles, drinking and smoking. Simply omitting these things are helpful, but once there is damage done, more aggressive treatment is necessary to resolve the condition. As mentioned above, acupuncture, especially combined with nutritional supplementation is an effective means of remedying the condition.
In July 2007 a systematic review was done by German authors who searched Medline-cited literature for controlled clinical trials of acupuncture in the treatment of Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBS, Colitis and Crohn’s disease). The results reported that the quality of life was found to improve significantly with acupuncture. The authors postulated that there were psychoneuroimmunologic mechanisms at play that lead to the clinical improvement of these patients, but also suggested that the efficacy of acupuncture in respect to quality of life may also be explained by nonspecific treatment effects operating on a psychological as well as on a physiological level. The lesser dramatic conditions of constipation and diarrhea or loose stools can also play an important role in the health of an individual. Although laxatives and fiber drinks are generally helpful in resolving constipation, it is of greater benefit to discover what is going on digestively that sets the stage for it. In other words, constipation and diarrhea is an “upstream problem”. It is a problem that starts higher in the gut. Laxatives or fiber is a down-stream solution for an upstream problem. The digestive incompetence needs to be handled if you don’t want to be on laxatives for the rest of your life. To be well, it is necessary that changes be made. You must take care of the root cause. Acupuncture and nutritional supplementation are very effective means of resolving digestive issues and the first step to positive changes.
Dr. Holly Carling is a Doctor of Oriental Medicine, Licensed Acupuncturist, Doctor of Naturopathy, Clinical Nutritionist and Master Herbologist with over four decades of experience. Dr. Carling is a “Health Detective,” she looks beyond your symptom picture and investigates WHY you are experiencing your symptoms in the first place. Dr. Carling is currently accepting new patients and offers natural health care services and whole food nutritional supplements in her Coeur d’ Alene clinic. Visit Dr. Carling’s website at www.vitalhealthcda.com to learn more about Dr. Carling, view a list of upcoming health classes and read other informative articles. Dr. Carling can be reached at 208-765-1994 and would be happy to answer any questions regarding this topic.
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Contaminated Drinking Water at U.S. Bases We've known for years about the dry-cleaning chemicals and leaking fuel tanks contaminating the water at Camp Lejeune. It went on for decades (1953-1987) with multiple generations being affected before the Department of Veterans Affairs finally allowed claims for disability from all the illnesses caused by the water. But Lejeune isn't the only one. Last year, word started surfacing about chemicals in the water at the Pease Air Base with enough of a hue and cry that health officials called for people to sign up in a health study by the Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Then there's Fort Ord. It was put on the Superfund's National Priorities List in 1990 due to leaking petroleum tanks underground. Now there's news from Hawaii, where families at Pearl Harbor-Hickam Field are concerned about petroleum and lead in the drinking water, including in a child-development center. Then there's the fuel in the drinking water in 9,000 of their homes, leading to families being cleared out and sent to motels. Even after the lines were flushed, petroleum remained. Now residents are asking that the VA cover them as Camp Lejeune was (finally) covered, except they don't want to wait for so many years. If you and your family were stationed at any military base (especially if it had an airport and the use of fire-suppressant foam) and if any of you have health problems, dig into the cause. Start online with the Environmental Working Group (EWG.org) and put "military bases" in the search box. Find the map showing 678 military installations with suspect PFAS in the water, and click on any base on the map to see test results for that location. Do a search online for bases with contaminated water. You'll be shocked at the list. (c) 2022 King Features Synd., Inc.
1. What was "Hootenanny" in the Sixties? 2. Who originally released "I'll Take You There"? 3. Name the group that released "Sowing the Seeds of Love." 4. Who wrote and released "Bring on the Night"? 5. Name the song that contains this lyric: "Talking is cheap, people follow like sheep, Even though there is nowhere to go." Answers 1. An ABC television musical variety show, hosted by Jack Linkletter, running from April 1963 to September 1964. It ran into problems when it started banning left-wing performers such as Pete Seeger, leading to boycotts by other entertainers. 2. The gospel group The Staple Singers, in 1972. The song was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame in 1999, and Chevrolet used it in their Malibu ads. 3. Tears for Fears, in 1989. The song reached Top 10 charts around the globe and the video won awards in multiple categories, including Best Special Effects. 4. Sting and the Police, in 1979. 5. "Silence Is Golden," by the Four Seasons in 1964 and the Tremeloes in 1967. The Four Seasons' original (as a B-side to "Rag Doll") didn't do as well as the Tremeloes' version, which went to No. 1 in numerous countries. (c) 2022 King Features Syndicate
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1. LANGUAGE: What is a demonym? 2. MEDICAL: What's the common name of a condition called otitis externa? 3. GEOGRAPHY: Which large body of water lies to the south of Ukraine? 4. FOOD & DRINK: Which nut is used to make marzipan? 5. LITERATURE: Who is the author of the poem "The Gift Outright," which was read at President John Kennedy's inauguration in 1961? 6. MEASUREMENTS: What is an octant? 7. GEOLOGY: Which mineral is the softest on the Mohs Scale? 8. ANIMAL KINGDOM: What is the name of a porcupine's baby? 9. GENERAL KNOWLEDGE: What is the name of Barbie's younger sister, introduced in 1964? 10. HISTORY: In which country did the Easter Rising take place in 1916? Answers 1. A term used to describe the natives or residents of a country, state or city 2. Swimmer's ear 3. Black Sea 4. Almonds 5. Robert Frost 6. One-eighth of a circle, or 45 degrees 7. Talc 8. Porcupette 9. Skipper 10. Ireland (c) 2022 King Features Synd., Inc.
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On April 17, 1882, several copies of Sheriff Pat Garrett's wildly inauthentic, fictionalized biography, "An Authentic Life of Billy the Kid," arrive at the Library of Congress. The first full, realistic biography of William Bonney (the Kid's principal alias) was not published until 1989. • On April 16, 1897, Frederick William Winterbotham, one of Britain's top code breakers, is born. Winterbotham would play a decisive role in the World War II Ultra codebreaking project, enabling MI-6 to intercept top secret messages transmitted to and between German armed forces. • On April 14, 1912, just before midnight in the North Atlantic, the RMS Titanic fails to divert its course from an iceberg, ruptures its hull, and begins to sink. The Titanic's hull was divided into 16 presumed watertight compartments, and the ocean liner was considered unsinkable. • On April 11, 1921, KDKA in Pittsburgh broadcasts the first live sporting event on the radio, a boxing match. Radio had been used primarily for two-way communication, but KDKA became the first licensed radio station in 1920. Months later the first Major League Baseball game was broadcast. • On April 12, 1945, President Franklin Roosevelt dies of a cerebral hemorrhage at his home in Warm Springs, Georgia. The only man to be elected to four terms as president, Roosevelt is remembered for his New Deal social policies. • On April 15, 1967, a massive parade to protest Vietnam War policy is held in New York. Police estimated that 100,000 to 125,000 people listened to speeches by Martin Luther King, Jr. and Dr. Benjamin Spock. Prior to the march, youth burned nearly 200 draft cards in Central Park. (c) 2022 Hearst Communications, Inc. All Rights Reserved
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“Aging Parents, the New Children”
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Living on Social Security We've now experienced our 2022 Social Security benefit amount for a couple of months, the 5.9% increase. How are you doing? The problem is that the COLA (Cost of Living Adjustment) is calculated from July to September the year before. Yes, prices were inching up then, but by December, we were seeing the writing on the wall when the annual Consumer Price Index was already up 7%. Add to that the hefty Medicare Part B increase to cover the cost of Aduhelm, the Alzheimer's drug most of us will never take. Even though the price was forced down (from $56,000 per patient per year to $28,200 per year), our increased Medicare cost per month won't come down. Seniors, especially those who only have Social Security for income, are struggling, and not only at the grocery store. Heating costs, gas for our vehicles, furniture, clothing ... they've all gone up. The dilemma, some say, is that the Consumer Price Index for Urban Wage Earners and Clerical Workers (which establishes the Cost of Living Adjustment) doesn't take into consideration our spending patterns. We don't have the same needs as wage earners and clerical workers, and spend much more on medical and housing, for example. If you haven't retired yet or if you still have a paycheck coming in, reconsider any plans you have for retirement until your savings are substantial. When you think you have enough, do an experiment before you stop working: Calculate your expected Social Security benefit per month and live on that amount for a long time, at least several months. Six months would be better. What looks fine on paper might not actually be fine when it comes to living on those limited dollars. And remember that the longer you wait before claiming Social Security, the higher your benefit will be when you do. (c) 2022 King Features Synd., Inc.
Our guests at The Lodge Assisted Living are facing this new normal head-on. Helpful insights are in the following article as quoted on Fox Business, Health Care Section “As a nation, we are aging rapidly. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, Americas 65-and- over population is projected to nearly double to 88 million by 2050. This means that in families across the country, kids and parents are going to be switching roles. As parents age, they are becoming their own kids’ children in many respects, requiring time and care as well as sometimes creating a financial burden. One issue is that aging parents can lose their mental faculties. The Alzheimer’s Association says that every 65 seconds, someone in the U.S. develops Alzheimer’s disease (now the sixthleading cause of death). This can create additional long-term care needs for parents, meaning an emotional and financial burden on adult children. Even parents who age without severe mental incapacitation may not be able to remember things sharply, or their physical limitations may create difficulties in living independently. So, you must know your parents’ long-term plans and how they will affect you. What can you do to make sure that you are prepared as your
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parents age? Below are some places to assist you today and as your parents go through the aging cycle. 1. Have a family discussion. Talking to your parents now may be uncomfortable but will save you significant stress, time and even money down the road… 2. Put family affairs in order. My team and I created the Future File system as a roadmap to help with gathering information, from medical history to powers of attorney to information on bills and subscriptions. As we worked on the system, we realized you need to organize information with your parents as early as possible… 3. Figure out parents’ long-term financial needs. The financial implications of aging and passing are staggering. It is extremely expensive to provide care for aging parents… 4. Stay involved. As parents age, watch for signs of anything that might be off… While the challenges of an aging parent may not have been your vision for your middle-age years, some good planning today can help make it easier for you and your family to deal with the future.” Carol Roth is creator of the Future File legacy planning system, a “recovering” investment banker and a New York Times bestselling author. For guidance, questions, and tours of The Lodge Assisted Living, call Linda Davis 208-7553637.
Linda Davis Director of building relationships. 208.457.3403 www.LodgeLiving.net
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By Ryan A. Berenz 1. What college football team has the longest home winning streak entering the 2022 season? 2. In what combat sport do Vasily "Dumpling" Khamotiskiy, Koa "Da Crazy Hawaiian" Viernes and Dawid "Zales" Zalewski compete? 3. How many consecutive free throws did the Minnesota Timberwolves' Micheal Williams make in regular-season games from March to November 1993? 4. What horse racing track, located in Queens, New York, is the site of the Gotham Stakes? 5. The CBS sitcom "How We Roll" was inspired by the life and career of what PBA Tour bowler? 6. Trackhouse Racing Team, which made its NASCAR debut in 2021, is owned by former racecar driver Justin Marks and what pop-music superstar? 7. What former heavyweight boxing champion was elected mayor of Kyiv, Ukraine, in 2014?
Answers 1. The Clemson Tigers, with 34. 2. Slap fighting. 3. 97, an NBA record. 4. Aqueduct Racetrack. 5. Tom Smallwood. 6. Pitbull. 7. Vitali Klitschko. (c) 2022 King Features Syndicate, Inc.
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ARIES (March 21 to April 19) Avoid having someone else take credit for the project you started by finishing it yourself. Then it will be you lovely Lambs who will be wearing those well-deserved laurels. TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) The facts about a new opportunity are still emerging. Wait until they're all out in the open, and then use your keen business sense to help make the right decision. GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) You might feel confused, even hurt by a friend who suddenly puts distance between you. If she or he won't discuss it, don't push it. An explanation should come in time. CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Your willingness to be part of the team opens doors that had been shut to you. Keep them open by keeping your promises even when your commitment seems to be wavering. LEO (July 23 to August 22) Congratulations. You're really getting things done to purr-fection. And don't forget to take a catnap now and again to keep those energy levels up and bristling for action. VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) Your "plain-talking" honesty is admirable. But sometimes sharp words can leave painful scars. Be careful that what you say doesn't come back to hurt you. LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) A stressfilled period takes a positive turn as you deal with the underlying problem. Act now to avoid a recurrence by changing some basic rules in your relationship. SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) Your rising energy levels make it easier for you to achieve some important objectives. This could lead to a big boost in how you're perceived, both at home and on the job. SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) A changing picture begins to emerge as you learn more about an offer that seemed so right but could be so wrong. Look to a trusted adviser for guidance. CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) Spiritual aspects are strong. Take time to reflect on the path you're on and where you hope it will lead you. It's also a good time to reach out to loved ones. AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) You could be assuming far too many responsibilities, whether it's at work or in personal matters. Be careful that you're not weighed down by them. PISCES (February 19 to March 20) You're getting closer to your goals. And since nothing succeeds like success (or the promise thereof), don't be surprised to find new supporters swimming alongside you. BORN THIS WEEK: You are always the first to try new ventures and confront new challenges. You inspire others with your courage to follow your bold example. (c) 2022 King Features Synd., Inc.
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THE PRINCE TRIBUTE SHOW THURSDAY, MAY 12 TH 7 PM | $25 & UP
Yellow Brick Road A TRIBUTE TO ELTON JOHN THURSDAY, JULY 21 ST 7 PM | $30 & UP
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Blues Traveler
THURSDAY, AUGUST 4TH 7 PM | $50 & UP
Must be age 18 or older to attend concerts. Purchase tickets at cdacasino.com, the Casino Box Office, or through the CDA Casino App. Call 1 800-523-2464 for more details or scan the QR Code.
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