Sunday Women’s A.A: 1805 E. Hwy. 12, 2 p.m.
A.A.: 1805 E. Hwy. 12, 7 p.m.
Big Book AA: Peace Lutheran Church, door 5, New London, 6 p.m.
Monday Hand & Foot Cards: Dethlefs Community Center, Spicer, 9 a.m.
Walking club: Atwater Community Center, 9:45 a.m.
A.A.: 1805 E. Hwy. 12, noon
Mahjong: Dethlefs Community Center, Spicer, 1 p.m.
TOPS: Assembly of God Church Encore, 3821 Abbott Drive, 6:15 p.m., 320-796-2280
A.A.: 1805 E. Hwy. 12, 7 p.m.
Alanon: 1805 E. Hwy. 12, 7 p.m.
Tuesday
A.A.: 1805 E. Hwy. 12, 7:30 a.m.
SAIL exercise: Atwater Community Center, 9:45 a.m.
SAIL exercise: Willmar Community Center, 10:15 a.m.
SAIL exercise: Dethlefs Community Center, Spicer, 10:15 a.m.
Hand & Foot Cards: Willmar Community Center, 12:30 p.m.
Bingo: Dethlefs Community Center, Spicer, 1 p.m.
Caregivers Support Group: Park View Village
Assisted Living, Olivia, 5 p.m.
A.A.: 1805 E. Hwy. 12, 7 p.m.
Alanon: 1805 E. Hwy. 12, 7 p.m.
Wednesday
Coffee and conversation: Dethlefs Community Center, Spicer, 9 a.m.
Hand, Knee & Foot Cards: Dethlefs Community Center, Spicer, 9 a.m.
Mahjong: Dethlefs Community Center, Spicer, 9:30 a.m.
Walking club: Atwater Community Center, 9:45 a.m.
Group Respite: Faith Lutheran Church, Spicer, 10 a.m. Contact 866-787-9802 to register.
Rotary: The Oaks, noon
Cribbage corner cards: Willmar Community Center, 12:30 p.m.
Whist: Willmar Community Center, 12:30 p.m.
Willmar Area Senior Citizens Club: Willmar Community Center, 2 p.m. entertainment by Dan Bursn, 3 p.m. meeting.
Women’s A.A.: 1805 E. Hwy. 12, 6:45 p.m.
A.A.: 1805 E. Hwy. 12, 7 p.m.
Alanon: 1805 E. Hwy. 12, 7 p.m.
Thursday
A.A.: 1805 E. Hwy. 12, 7:30 a.m.
Mexican Train: Dethlefs Community Center, Spicer, 9
a.m.
SAIL exercise: Atwater Community Center, 9:45 a.m.
Dementia Support Group: Park View Village Assisted Living, Olivia, 10 a.m.
SAIL exercise: Willmar Community Center, 10:15 a.m.
SAIL exercise: Dethlefs Community Center, Spicer, 10:15 a.m.
Hand & Foot Cards: Willmar Community Center, 12:30 p.m.
500 cards: Dethlefs Community Center, Spicer, noon
LSS Caregiver: Willmar Community Center, 10 a.m. Parkinson’s Support Group: Park View Village Assisted Living, Olivia, 2 p.m.
A.A.: 1805 E. Hwy. 12, 7 p.m.
Friday Alanon: 1805 E. Hwy. 12, 11 a.m.
Whist: Dethlefs Community Center, Spicer, 1 p.m.
Senior Dance: Willmar Community Center, 1 to 4 p.m., $3 non-dancers, $8 dancers, both includes lunch; music by Jerry’s Band.
Farkle Fridays: Willmar Community Center, 1 to 4 p.m.
A.A.: 1805 E. Hwy. 12, 2 p.m.
A.A.: 1805 E. Hwy. 12, 7 p.m.
Recovery Church: 516 4th Ave SW, New London, 7 p.m. Child care provided.
Saturday
A.A.: 1805 E. Hwy. 12, 10 a.m.
A.A.: 1805 E. Hwy. 12, 7 p.m.
Open meeting A.A.: 1805 E. Hwy. 12, 7 p.m.
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BY PATTI DIAMOND
Shrimp, once seen as a splurge, has become a frugal choice -- not because shrimp prices have dropped, but because everything else has gone up! This seafood favorite is now an economical protein compared to the skyrocketing costs of beef, chicken and even eggs. Pair that with onepot preparation, and you’ve got dinner that’s easy on your wallet and your schedule.
One-pot recipes streamline prep, cooking and cleanup, leaving you with more time to enjoy your meal and less time spent scrubbing dishes. This dish is fast, flavorful and destined to become a weeknight favorite.
garnish. Saute the Garlic and Rice: Heat a deep skillet over medium heat. Add butter and garlic, and red pepper, sauteing until fragrant (1-2 minutes). Stir in the rice and continue sauteing for another 1-2 minutes until the rice begins to toast lightly. You might hear a faint crackling sound. Add Liquid and Seasoning: Carefully pour in the chicken broth, water, lemon juice and half the lemon zest. Stir in the Old Bay and parsley. Give everything a good stir to combine. Cook the Rice: Cover the skillet with a lid and bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 12 minutes.
Prep the Ingredients:
If using frozen shrimp, thaw and peel before starting.
*Zest the lemon, reserving the zest. Slice lemon in half, juice half the lemon (about 2 tablespoons juice) and slice the other half for
Add the Shrimp: After 12 minutes, most of the liquid should be absorbed. Lift the lid briefly to scatter the shrimp across the top of the rice. Replace the lid and continue cooking on low for 5 minutes. Let It Rest: Without removing the lid, remove the skillet from the heat. Let it rest for an additional 5 minutes. During this time, the shrimp will finish cooking, becoming pink and opaque.
Fluff and Serve: Gently fluff the rice with a fork, mixing in the shrimp slightly. Garnish with the reserved lemon slices, lemon zest and a sprinkle of fresh parsley, if desired. Serve hot and enjoy!
well combined. Add the apple cider mixture to the flour mixture and stir until all of the dry ingredients are incorporated. Cover and chill the dough for 1 hour. For the spiced sugar: Stir together the
To save time, use preminced garlic or frozen shrimp that’s already peeled. Want to switch up the flavors? Try Italian seasoning with a sprinkle of Parmesan for a Mediterranean twist, or black pepper and grated Parmesan for a cacio e pepe-style dish. Craving spice? A dash of Cajun seasoning, or smoked paprika adds a bold kick. For a fresh take, toss in fresh dill and a touch of crumbled feta. Love warm, aromatic flavors? Stir in a pinch of curry powder and a splash of coconut milk for a subtle, creamy depth. Or go zesty with lime juice, cilantro and a hint of chili for a vibrant, Southwestinspired version. The combination of tender shrimp, fluffy rice and bold seasonings -- whether it’s zesty lemon and garlic, smoky Cajun spice or a Mediterranean twist -- makes this dish a winner. We hope you try your favorite variations and love it as much as we do!
Lifestyle expert Patti Diamond is the pennypinching, party-planning, recipe developer and content creator of the website Divas On A Dime -- Where Frugal, Meets Fabulous! Visit Patti at www.divasonadime.com and join the conversation on Facebook at DivasOnADimeDotCom. Email Patti at divapatti@ divasonadime.com. © 2025 King Features Syndicate, Inc.
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and apple pie spice in a large bowl; set aside. Heat 1 1/2-inches of oil over medium heat to 350° in a large Dutch oven. Turn dough out onto a generously floured surface and pat into a 1/2-inch thickness with floured hands. Using a 3-inch round cutter, cut the dough into about 14 circles, re-rolling the scraps as needed. Using a 1-inch round cutter, cut a hole in the center of each dough circle; reserve for doughnuts holes, if you like. Working in batches, fry the doughnuts and doughnuts holes, turning occasionally, until golden brown, 3 to 4 minutes for doughnuts and about 2 minutes for doughnuts holes. Using a spider or large slotted spoon, transfer the fried doughnuts and doughnuts holes to a paper towel-lined baking sheet to drain for 30 seconds. Toss the hot doughnuts and doughnuts holes in the spiced sugar to coat. Serve warm or let cool to room temperature. To bake: Place the dough rings in a lightly greased doughnut pan. Bake at 350º until golden brown on the bottom, about 15 minutes. Carefully flip the doughnuts using a fork. Continue baking until both sides are golden brown, about 5 minutes. Working with one doughnuts at a time, dip in 1/2 cup melted butter and then toss in spiced sugar.
BY TONY RIZZO
HOLLYWOOD -- Twotime Oscar-winning director Christopher Nolan has chosen his first film to follow “Oppenheimer,” and it’s an adaption of Homer’s “The Odyssey,” one of the oldest works of literature. But how do you make one of the two major Greek epic poems that was divided into 24 books appealing to today’s film fans? You sign Matt Damon, Tom Holland, Anne Hathaway, Zendaya, Lupita Nyong’o, Robert Pattinson and Charlize Theron to star in it. “The Odyssey” recounts the 10-year journey of Odysseus, the King of Ithaca, as he travels home from the Trojan War. It’ll shoot in Sicily, the United Kingdom, and Morocco.
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Get ready for an in depth two-part HBO
documentary about Paul Reubens, aka Pee-wee Herman, who died in
HOLLYWOOD
2023 at 70 from acute hypoxic respiratory failure. Reubens recorded 40 hours of footage for the documentary, and in it, he states, “I really want to set the record straight on a couple of things!” He discusses, for the first and only time, his homosexuality and brings intimate, richly moving context to his reasons for remaining so long in his Hollywood closet!
The documentary uncovers the man behind the alter ego in a playful, reticent, evasive, earnest and obtuse way. It kicks off with his start in the Hollywood improv group
The Groundlings, where he actually created the Pee-wee Herman persona, before going mainstream with “The Peewee Herman Show” (1981-1984). This led to the film “Pee-wee’s Big Adventure” (1985), which was directed by Tim
Burton; the show “Peewee’s Playhouse” on CBS (1986-1991); and a second film “Big Top Pee-wee” (1988).
Reubens’ decline began in 1991 after his arrest in an adult gay cinema. He pondered, “How do I weather this narrative and not come off as a victim?” But his fans didn’t seem to care as much as he did. After all, Pee-wee wasn’t for kids; it was for the kid in all of us! I can’t wait to see the documentary.
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She may be able to spin letters, but Vanna White hasn’t been able to commit to her 12-year boyfriend, contractor John Donaldson, and say, “I do.” However, they recently came close while shooting “Wheel of Fortune” with Ryan Seacrest in Hawaii. Reportedly, her two children, 28-year-old Gigi and 30-year-old Nikko, were on standby just in case. Friends say that she considered the trip a dress rehearsal.
The Jonas Brothers -Kevin, Joe and Nick -are reuniting with Disney to star in “The Jonas Brothers Christmas Movie,” a film about the obstacles the brothers face as they struggle to get home from London to
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