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TIDBITS® READS SOME FAMOUS FIRST LINES by Kathy Wolfe Great books start with great beginnings! See how many of these famous first lines you recognize as Tidbits presents these classics. • English novelist Charles Dickens opened his 1859 novel A Tale of Two Cities with the line “It was the best of times, it was the worst of times, it was the age of wisdom, it was the age of foolishness.” One of the bestselling novels of all time, it is the story of French Dr. Alexandre Manette, who was falsely imprisoned in Paris’ Bastille for 18 years before and during the French Revolution. Manette was arrested as he attempted to expose the brutality of the aristocratic Evremonde brothers. • You’ve undoubtedly heard the line “It was a dark and stormy night” numerous times. Perhaps you’ve thought it was written by Charles Schulz’s cartoon character Snoopy, as he typed away on his typewriter atop his dog house. It was actually the first line in an 1830 novel, Paul Clifford, written by English novelist and politician Sir Edward George Bulwer-Lytton. It’s the story of a man leading a double life as a thief and an upscale gentleman who has no idea that he is the son of the judge who eventually sentences him to death. The famous phrase is also the first line of the famous 1962 Newbery Award-winning novel by Madeleine L’Engle, A Wrinkle in Time
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What book begins with “Call me Ishmael”? It’s the classic novel Moby-Dick, penned by American writer Herman Melville in 1851. Ishmael narrates the story of the fanatical quest of Captain Ahab to kill the giant white sperm whale that had bitten off Ahab’s leg at the knee on the ship Pequod’s previous voyage. Ishmael is the only one who can document the voyage, as he is the sole survivor of the wreck of the Pequod. MobyDick was not a popular book at the time, selling only 3,715 copies during Melville’s lifetime, with earnings of just $556 (about $250,000 in today’s dollars). Although he had written previous popular novels, Melville’s popularity plummeted after Moby-Dick, and he became a customs inspector. Interest was revived after his death in 1891, even though the novel had been out of print for 15 years. Moby-Dick was reprinted and became the classic we know today. It was adapted to film in 1956, starring Gregory Peck as Ahab. According to “How Long to Read This,” the novel will take the average reader about 8 hours to read. Gregory Peck won an Academy Award for his role as widowed lawyer Atticus Finch in the 1962 drama film To Kill a Mockingbird, based on Harper Lee’s 1960 Pulitzer Prizewinning novel of the same name. The story of racial injustice in Alabama during the Great Depression is told through the eyes of six-year-old Scout Finch, and is loosely based on actual events in Harper Lee’s childhood. Lee opened the book with, “When he was nearly 13, my brother Jem got his arm badly broken at the elbow.”
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Need a patch for old woodwork? Try mixing paint (whatever color you're using) and flour. Make a paste, fill in the holes and let dry. It's hard like cement, and can be sanded into shape if necessary.
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Use baking soda to scrub away stuck-on food on your grill. Sprinkle it on the metal brush, and scrub away. If your grate is beyond the power of fire and baking soda, remove it and lay it on the ground on some newspaper. Spray with oven cleaner and let sit (keep pets and kids away from it). Rinse with a garden hose and replace on the grill.
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When you get near the end of a roll of paper towels, save it to put in your car. Put together a kit with the following items: a small bottle of Windex or other cleaner, a squeeze bottle of water, some wet wipes and the short roll of paper towels. Now you'll always be ready for a quick on-the-road cleanup.
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"I have a plastic cup that changes color when the drink is hot. Oddly enough, it changes at the perfect temperature for my baby's bath. So, I fill the tub and toss in the cup. When the cup starts to change back to its original color (blue), I know the bathwater is not too hot." -- P. in Idaho
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"To remove muffins or rolls from a pan, set it on an old, damp towel for a minute. The steam must loosen the bottoms, because they just slide right out. I thank my mom for this tip." -- Janey R. via e-mail
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“All children, except one, grow up.” Who was that one child? It’s Peter Pan, of course, a character created by Scottish author J.M. Barrie in the early 20th century. Peter was first seen in Barrie’s 1902 novel The Little White Bird as a seven-day-old baby who flew from his nursery to London’s Kensington Gardens. The novel was developed into a successful play in 1904, followed by another play “Peter Pan, the Boy who Wouldn’t Grow Up.” The novel Peter and Wendy wasn’t published until 1911. It’s believed that Barrie based Peter’s character on his older brother, David, who died in an ice-skating accident one day before his 14th birthday. To his family, he was forever a boy. How old was Peter Pan? The 1911 novel stated that he “still had all his baby teeth,” which would make him much younger than the approximately 12year-old boy we are familiar with. In 1929, Barrie gifted the copyright and royalty rights for Peter Pan to the Great Ormon Street Hospital, a London children’s hospital. Barrie passed away in 1937, but those rights continue to generate a considerable income to the hospital.
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“Once there were four children whose names were Peter, Susan, Edmund, and Lucy.” And so begins The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe, the 1950 fantasy novel by British writer and theologian C.S. Lewis, the first in a series of seven books known as “The Chronicles of Narnia.” Forced to leave London during the bombings of World War II, the children are taken in by a professor in the English countryside. When Lucy hides in a wardrobe during a game of hide-andseek, she discovers the magical world of Narnia. Her three siblings later accompany her and encounter wolves, talking animals, an evil white witch, and a powerful lion named Aslan. Lewis began work on the sequel Prince Caspian almost immediately after completing the first, completing it less than a year after The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe. The 1938 classic Gothic novel Rebecca by Daphne du Maurier begins with, “Last night I dreamt I went to Manderley again.” The narrator is speaking of the English estate of Mr. and Mrs. deWinter, where widower Maxim deWinter brings his new bride after a whirlwind courtship of less than a month. The narrator is the new Mrs. deWinter who lives in the shadow of Maxim’s glamorous first wife, Rebecca. The unfriendly and domineering housekeeper, Mrs. Danvers, had been Rebecca’s family’s maid since Rebecca was a small child, and is fanatical about preserving the memory of her dead mistress. The novel has been in print continuously since 1938 and has been adapted into numerous films and television productions.
By Lucie Winborne • During World War II, French actress/dancer Leslie Caron's wealthy family suffered such severe financial reversals that she was once forced to make shoes out of her grandmother's opera gloves. •
Until 1937, it was illegal for men to be topless in the U.S., even on beaches.
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Is there a "junk drawer" in your house? If so, you're in good company, as a whopping 80% of Americans have at least one, but the average household actually boasts three. The most common items found in these catchalls are super glue (57%), writing utensils (also 57%) and duct tape (51%). What's in yours?
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Gary Kremen, the founder of Match.com, one of the world's largest and most popular online dating websites, lost his girlfriend to a guy she met on Match.com.
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The origin of the phrase "in the limelight" comes from the early days of theater, when spotlights were produced by directing a flame at calcium oxide, or quicklime.
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In 1922, Americans consumed around 1,000,000 Eskimo Pies a day, which not only hiked up the cost of cocoa beans by 50%, but also single-handedly lifted Ecuador's economy out of a depression.
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According to the market research firm Euromonitor International, worldwide chewing gum sales have declined by 15% since 2007, the same year that the iPhone came out. The firm attributed the decrease to consumers distracted by their phones in checkout lines, where most gum purchases are made.
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Ichiro Suzuki, baseball's all-time hits leader, learned Spanish solely for the purpose of trash-talking opponents.
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An "endling" is a term used for the last animal of an entire species. When an endling dies, the species is considered extinct.
Thought for the Day: "Respect your efforts, respect yourself. Selfrespect leads to self-discipline. When you have both firmly under your belt, that's real power." - Clint Eastwood (c) 2022 King Features Synd., Inc.
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Chicken Fricassee My grandmother could make something out of nothing ... and often had to! She ran a boarding house during the Great Depression, and she was well-known as a great cook. This is a healthier (and easier) version of one of my favorites. 16 ounces skinned and boned uncooked chicken breasts, cut into 4 pieces 1 1/2 cups frozen sliced carrots, thawed 1 cup chopped celery 1/2 cup chopped onion 1 (10 3/4-ounce) can reduced-fat and -sodium cream of chicken soup 1/4 cup water 1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram 2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes 1. Spray a pressure cooker container with butterflavored cooking spray. Evenly place chicken pieces in prepared container and cook uncovered over medium heat for 4 minutes on each side. Sprinkle carrots, celery and onion over chicken. 2. In a small bowl, combine chicken soup, water, marjoram and parsley. Pour soup mixture evenly over top. Cover and bring to low pressure. Lower heat to stabilize pressure and cook 12 minutes. 3. Remove from heat, wait for pressure to be released, remove cover and stir. For each serving, place 1 piece of chicken on a plate and evenly spoon about 1/2 cup vegetable mixture next to it. Makes 4 servings. Freezes well. * Each serving equals: 192 calories, 4g fat, 25g protein, 14g carb., 405mg sodium, 2g fiber; Diabetic Exchanges: 3 Meat, 1 Vegetable, 1/2 Starch. (c) 2022 King Features Syndicate, Inc.
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1. Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness (PG-13) Benedict Cumberbatch, Elizabeth Olsen 2. The Bad Guys (PG) animated 3. Sonic the Hedgehog 2 (PG) James Marsden, Jim Carrey 4. Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore (PG-13) Eddie Redmayne, Jude Law 5. Everything Everywhere All at Once (R) Michelle Yeoh, Stephanie Hsu 6. The Northman (R) Alexander Skarsgard, Nicole Kidman 7. The Lost City (PG-13) Sandra Bullock, Channing Tatum 8. The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent (R) Nicolas Cage, Pedro Pascal 9. Memory (R) Liam Neeson, Monica Bellucci 10. Father Stu (R) Mark Wahlberg, Mel Gibson Source: Box Office Mojo (c) 2022 King Features Synd., Inc.
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Veterinarian Wait Times Keep Getting Longer DEAR PAW'S CORNER: I've been waiting more than three months to get my dog "Maisie" in for a regular checkup and shots. The veterinarian's office says they are running behind and had to delay her appointment. Talking to a friend across the country this week, I learned that they are waiting months to get their pets to the vet as well. Is this a national trend? -- Cheryl K. DEAR CHERYL: Unfortunately, it is, especially in major metropolitan areas. The wait for a vet appointment was already lengthening before 2020. After months of waiting, pet owners are all trying to get caught up on checkups and vaccinations. Many more people adopted pets during the lockdown in 2020 to keep them company. And many pandemic restrictions, such as building occupancy limits, are still in place. Add to this a chronic shortage of veterinarians -an industry that sees some 2,000 vets leaving every year, citing a poor work-life balance. That's twice the rate of physicians quitting their profession, says the American Veterinary Medical Association. And the lower availability of vet appointments can be seasonal. For large animal vet practices (which deal with livestock, horses, cattle, etc.), spring is their busiest season with calving and foaling taking place. The warm weather reminds pet owners to take their companion pets to the vet as well. Until the wave of catch-up appointments subsides, just be patient. Keep the appointment that is already set with the veterinarian and schedule Maisie's checkup for next year, if possible. Send your tips, comments and questions to ask@pawscorner.com. (c) 2022 King Features Synd., Inc.
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By Dr. Holly Carling
HOW TO GET RID OF HEADACHES OR MIGRAINES There are many causes for headaches and migraines. Many people would probably agree, one of the biggest causes right now is the political climate and uncertainty that seems to always linger in the background of our thoughts. It can be really stressful! Stress is a big cause of headaches and migraines. You may say “But I always have stress. So how do I get rid of stress-related headaches?” First you have to ask which organs or glands control the stress response. It is the adrenal glands (stimulated by the hypothalamus). The first order of business in getting stress headaches under control is to strengthen the adrenal glands and their response to stress. How do we do that? Acupuncture and herbs are the front line approach to giving them a boost. I cannot tell you how many of my patients are amazed at how calm they feel when they get acupuncture and how, as we build up their adrenal glands, normally stressful things seem to slide by without hardly a second thought. Next, we have to look at what we are consuming, starting with water. Many headaches can be avoided, or quickly controlled just with adequate water intake. Most of the year, you need to drink ½ your body weight in ounces per day, maxing out at 100 ounces. So, if you weigh, for example, 140 pounds, you need to be drinking 70 ounces
per day. Up to 20 percent more during the summer or strenuous activity where you are losing water via sweat. Caffeine, alcohol and sugar could also be headache triggers, or prevent you from easily bringing them under control. If I personally, had a choice between having a headache or not drinking coffee, I’d abandon the coffee in a heartbeat. There are so many other substitutes today – no sense consuming something that can make you sick. Some people get relief from coffee, however, it is a short term fix that causes long term exacerbations in your headache control plan. Blood sugar instability, hormonal imbalances, posture and vertebral subluxations, lack of or too much exercise, liver overwhelm, food sensitivities, toxicity, and medication side effects are all common causes of headaches. It is important to distinguish between headache triggers and causes of headaches. They are not the same thing. We are getting to the bottom line cause when we do a complete investigation of all of your health challenges collectively. We also look for deficiencies or things that are inhibiting you from healing. So while there are some definitive things you can start doing, like the ideas above, getting a complete evaluation is really in order if you want to get down to the root cause so you can get rid of your headaches and migraines once and for all.
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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The VA Releases Its Equity Action Plan In response to Executive Order 13985, the Department of Veterans Affairs has now released its Equity Action Plan. The order, signed in January 2021, was intended to bring equity to underserved communities, such as Blacks, Latinos, Native Americans, Asian Americans and others, as well as lesbian, transgender, LGBTQ+ and gay persons, as well as those who live in rural areas. The role of the White House Domestic Policy Council was to formulate and implement the administration's policy objectives and embed them across federal government. Hence the VA's newly released Equity Action Plan. The VA's highest priorities are to provide all veterans with world-class health care, ensure that veterans and their families can access benefits and honor veterans with a final resting place as a tribute to their service. And it must be done in a fair and impartial way, with tools and resources for all veterans, by eliminating barriers and creating opportunities. To ensure this, the VA will: -- Develop data for equity strategy (capture the demographics so women, LGBTQ+, Blacks and others can be identified), -- Improve access (reduce barriers by "creating institutional pathways for underserved vets to increase awareness" of VA benefits and services), -- Increase contract awards to women-owned businesses and small disadvantaged businesses, -- And address health equity for underserved veterans (which is impacted by race, gender, income, education and more). VA officials already have started taking steps. For example, they have expanded the genderaffirming care and benefits package for LGBTQ+ veterans. (The VA provides all medically necessary gender-affirming care to transgender veterans, short of surgical interventions.) Additionally, they've instructed VA adjudicators to classify as eligible for benefits any veteran who was discharged due to sexual orientation, gender identification or HIV status. Medical records now display the patient's birth sex, self-identified gender identity, sexual orientation and preferred pronouns. To read the details of the plan, go to www.va.gov/ORMDI/docs/EO13985VA_Final_Equity_Action_Plan.pdf (c) 2022 King Features Synd., Inc.
1. Name the artist who released "You're the First, the Last, My Everything." 2. Which group released "Riders on the Storm"? 3. How did Beatle Paul McCartney come up with the lyric "Ob-la-di, ob-la-da"? 4. Who released "I Hear a Symphony"? 5. Name the song that contains this lyric: "And then it happened, It took me by surprise, I knew that you felt it too, By the look in your eyes." Answers 1. Barry White, in 1974. The songwriters had penned it as "You're My First, You're My Last, My In-Between." White changed the title and lyrics and released it as disco. 2. The Doors, in 1971. It was the last song that singer Jim Morrison released before his death at age 27. 3. His Nigerian drummer friend answered a question with the phrase, "Ob-la-di, ob-la-da, life goes on, brah." The Beatles released the song in 1968. 4. The Supremes, in 1965. 5. "This Magic Moment," by the Drifters in 1960, followed by Jay and the Americans in 1968. Lead singer Jay was "Jay Black," who had been born David Blatt but agreed to legally change his name after the originator of the group, John "Jay" Traynor, left. In 2006, John "Jay" Reincke appeared, the third Jay. (c) 2022 King Features Syndicate
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1. GEOGRAPHY: Which country in Africa is the largest in land area? 2. MUSIC: What was the original name of the punk rock band Green Day? 3. U.S. PRESIDENTS: Which president formally declared the executive mansion to be the White House? 4. ART: In which major city would you find the Tate Modern museum? 5. MYTHOLOGY: What is the name of the Greek goddess of revenge? 6. U.S. STATES: Which state is the only one that doesn't have a mandatory seat belt law? 7. MOVIES: What is the Dude's favorite drink in "The Big Lebowski"? 8. FOOD & DRINK: What is albumen? 9. MEDICAL: What is a more common name for a transient ischemic attack? 10. ANIMAL KINGDOM: What is an ibex? Answers 1. Algeria 2. Sweet Children 3. Theodore Roosevelt 4. London, England 5. Nemesis 6. New Hampshire 7. White Russian 8. Egg white 9. Mini-stroke 10. A wild goat (c) 2022 King Features Synd., Inc.
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On May 30, 1593, playwright Christopher Marlowe, 29, is killed in a brawl. He was nearly denied his master's degree in 1587, until advisers to Queen Elizabeth intervened, referring to his services for the state. Historians later documented Marlowe's activities as a spy for the queen. On June 2, 1865, Confederate Gen. Edmund Kirby Smith, commander of Confederate forces west of the Mississippi, signs surrender terms offered by Union negotiators. The event is regarded as marking the end of the Civil War. On June 4, 1896, Henry Ford unveils the "Quadricycle." The 500-pound vehicle had two driving speeds, no reverse, no brakes, rudimentary steering ability and a doorbell button as a horn. It could reach about 20 mph. On May 31, 1929, Ford Motor Company signs an agreement to produce cars in the Soviet Union. In return, the USSR agreed to buy 72,000 unassembled Ford cars and trucks and all spare parts required over the following nine years. On June 5, 1933, the United States goes off the gold standard, in which currency is backed by gold. All gold coins, gold bullion and gold certificates were to be turned over to the Federal Reserve for the set price of $20.67 per ounce. On June 1, 1942, a Polish underground newspaper makes public the news of the gassing of tens of thousands of Jews at Chelmno, a Nazi-operated death camp, as told by a young Jew, Emanuel Ringelblum, who escaped after being forced to bury bodies at the camp. On June 3, 1956, in Santa Cruz, California, city authorities announced a total ban on rock and roll at public gatherings, calling the music "detrimental to both the health and morals of our youth and community." Similar bans were enacted in Asbury Park, New Jersey, and in San Antonio, Texas,
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“Helping New Residents Fit In”
By Matilda Charles
Prepare to Age in Place? Been There, Done That I read an article the other day encouraging seniors to make plans to age in place. Aging in place means to stay in our own homes as we get older so we can maintain our independence. Planning for it means making whatever changes are necessary to ensure that our homes are safe. Planning also can include surrounding ourselves with a network of people and services for support. My first thought was ... that's what we've been doing for the past two years, and we certainly didn't have time to plan for it before COVID sent us all into lockdown. Yet here we are ... we survived. And how did we do that? We created our own little support networks, mostly by phone since our meetings were canceled. We checked in with each other when the store finally stocked long-missing items. We baked and left cookies on the porches of those we knew would appreciate them. We learned Zoom and other online video conference programs so we could have face-toface meeting with family and friends. We beefed up our computer skills, at least enough to enable us to place to-go grocery orders at the store or arrange for delivery and to make purchases that Amazon could bring to our door. We roamed YouTube in search of exercise videos for seniors and took free classes of all types. We took up the scatter rugs that could cause trips and falls because we knew that the EMTs who came to our rescue would be leery of COVID and come through the door fully outfitted in biohazard suits. We dared to ask questions and learned that the library will deliver books and the pharmacy will mail prescriptions. All in all, we survived our forced aging in place just fine. We seniors are a tough bunch. (c) 2022 King Features Synd., Inc.
Nancy writes: ‘Will my Mom fit in?’ I imagine anyone who works with families considering moving their loved one into a community has heard this question. Our natural instinct is to assure the family that YES, of course they will! In my experience, most often times they do. However, finding ways to help make that acclimatization happen more quickly for new residents can mean the difference between them becoming a long-term resident or quickly moving out. Coming from the perspective of not only someone who has helped other families in this situation, but also as the adult daughter of parents who recently moved into senior living, I want to share some ideas on how to assist new residents to quickly make new friends and adapt to their new life in a community… I found in my experience, the personal touch makes the difference. By working just as hard to learn the likes/dislikes of a senior as you did about their care needs, you have a great chance
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of knowing how you can help bring them joy! Spend time asking questions like ‘Prior to retiring, how did your Mom spend her spare time?’, ‘When you were growing up did your Dad belong to any civic or community groups?’, ‘After retiring, what did your loved one do during the day?’, ‘What’s your Mom’s favorite topic of conversation?’ You will get to know the ‘person’ not just the ‘patient’ and will hopefully get ideas on what is meaningful to them… Nancy has aptly described our driving philosophy as we create a family of caregivers and residents in each of our homes!! If you know someone who would like to join our circle of caregivers in one of our homes, please contact Linda at 208-755-3637 or linda@lodgeliving.net. We even have gorgeous onsite studio apartments which include meals and all utilities as a part of our employment package. We are delighted to schedule around school commitments for our employees who are reaching ever upward. Call us!!
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By Ryan A. Berenz 1. What three-time Norris Trophy winner and fourtime Stanley Cup champion holds the single-season record for the most goals scored by a defenseman with 48 in 1985-86? 2. Name the British racing pioneer who held the land and water speed records simultaneously in 1930. 3. What French Formula 1 driver crashed into a recovery vehicle at the 2014 Japanese Grand Prix and died from his injuries nine months later? 4. What 1981 song by Terry Cashman included the lyrics "Willie, Mickey and the Duke" in the refrain? 5. Which Pro Football Hall of Fame running back had the higher career average yards per carry in the NFL regular season: Emmitt Smith or Walter Payton? 6. In 1960, team owner Bill Veeck installed Major League Baseball's first "exploding" scoreboard -complete with flashing lights, pinwheels and pyrotechnics -- at what stadium? 7. Name the Oscar-winning biographical film from 2021 that was executive-produced by tennis stars Venus and Serena Williams. 1. Paul Coffey. 2. Sir Henry Segrave. 3. Jules Bianchi. 4. "Talkin' Baseball." 5. Walter Payton had 4.4 yards per carry, Emmitt Smith had 4.2. 6. Chicago's Comiskey Park. 7. "King Richard." (c) 2022 King Features Syndicate, Inc.
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ARIES (March 21 to April 19) You might have to turn your Arian charm up a few degrees if you hope to persuade that persistent pessimist to see the possibilities in your project. Whatever you do, don't give up. TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) A "tip" about a co-worker's "betrayal" might well raise the Bovine's rage levels. But before charging into a confrontation, let an unbiased colleague do some fact-checking. GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Although a relationship still seems to be moving too slowly to suit your expectations, it's best not to push it. Let it develop at its own pace. You'll soon get news about a workplace change. CANCER (June 21 to July 22) A continually changing personal situation makes you feel as if you're riding an emotional roller coaster. But hold on tight; stability starts to set in early next week. LEO (July 23 to August 22) Believe it or not, someone might dare to say "No!" to the Regal One's suggestion. But instead of being miffed, use this rebuff to recheck the proposition and, perhaps, make some changes. VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) You might find it difficult to make a decision about a family matter. But delay can only lead to more problems. Seek out trusted counsel and then make that important decision. LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) Concentrate your focus on what needs to be done, and avoid frittering away your energies on less-important pursuits. There'll be time later for fun and games. SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) Although the conflicts seem to be letting up, you still need to be wary of being drawn into workplace intrigues. Plan a special weekend event for family and/or friends. SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) Your quick wit helps you work through an already difficult situation without creating more problems. Creative aspects begin to dominate by the week's end. CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) Be patient. You'll soon receive news about a project that means so much to you. Meanwhile, you might want to reconsider a suggestion you previously turned down. AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) There are still some aspects about that new job offer you need to resolve. In the meantime, another possibility seems promising. Be sure to check that out as well. PISCES (February 19 to March 20) Opening up your emotional floodgates could leave you vulnerable to being hurt later on. Watch what you say, in order to avoid having your words come back to haunt you. BORN THIS WEEK: You're usually the life of the party, which gets you on everyone's invitation list. You also have a flair for politics. (c) 2022 King Features Synd., Inc.
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A TRIBUTE TO ELTON JOHN THURSDAY, JULY 21 ST 7 PM | $30 & UP
THURSDAY, AUGUST 4TH 7 PM | $50 & UP
Aaron Lewis
The Commodores
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 13 TH 7 PM | $50 & UP
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 10TH 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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