Today's Feature

Joe Johnson To Perform.

News release

The people of Carthage have an opportunity to make a child’s Christmas brighter, while being entertained at the same time.

On Friday, Dec. 2, Comedian Joe Johnson will be performing at the Carthage Salvation Army Chapel, 125 E. Fairview. The show begins at 7 p.m.

Johnson has been performing comedy for over 20 years and has performed throughout the United States as well as Canada. He has appeared on affiliates of ABC, NBC, CBS and PBS. His show is very high energy and is sure to leave the audience wanting more. Addressing such topics as internet romance, reality TV and new traditions, Johnson tends to say what others are merely thinking.

Admission to the show is one new unwrapped toy to benefit the children of Carthage. For more information, contact Capt. William Everling at 358-2262.

Nodler Receives Award.

News release.

The Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry honored Sen. Gary Nodler with a new award designed to honor lawmakers who have shown unwavering support of pro-jobs legislation - the 100% For Jobs Award. For decades, the Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry has measured Missouri lawmaker’s support of pro-jobs legislation through a rating system of key legislative votes for that particular session. Legislators who receive a 70 percent or higher rating are considered strong supporters of pro-jobs agenda.

"That’s what makes this award so significant," said Daniel P. Mehan, Missouri Chamber president and CEO. "Lawmakers who make it into the 100% category are invaluable to our legislative efforts and deserve to be recognized for their consistent, unwavering support of Missouri business and their pro-jobs stance and support, and Sen. Nodler exemplifies this award."

This award will be presented each legislative session to lawmakers who earn a 100 percent rating with the Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry.

Stench Report:
Thursday,
12/1/05

No Odor Complaints

I can remember one room at my grandmother’s house that was always closed off from the rest of the house. I think she did it when the grandkids were around just so they wouldn’t go in there and play. Didn’t work. It was the only room in the place the grown-ups didn’t hang around in. They seemed more interested in keepin’ close to the fire. Could be Grandma kept that room cold so the kids would have a place to play. Didn’t figure the grown ups would bother ‘em. She was sly that way.

This is some fact, but mostly,

Just Jake Talkin’.

Whew! Just enjoyed two weeks worth of company. Realize that my stamina is not what it used to be with most active

Granddaughters. Did more shopping than necessary...don’t know how people can shop for entertainment or be shop-a-holics as the massive amount of merchandise just overwhelms me...watched lots of people complain they were overbuying and new it. Why?

If you choose to be out in the crowds, remember you immune system is working hard to keep you healthy. Beta glucan has been proven to be a very strong bolster for the immune system. When my Mother was in hospice care, it was a bad winter for flu and colds. We supplied her healthcare assistants(our family too!) with the nutritional support of this product so they would not expose our Mother to any outside colds or other uncomfortable illness. Much to their surprise they stayed healthy as co-workers became ill.

An emergency care worker was telling me the number of people who show up with indigestion after the holidays. Of course, careful handling of foods is important. If overeating is the problem, a nice comforting cup of digestion tea may be beneficial. We find that fennel/catnip tincture in a cup of hot water will settle the stomach quite rapidly. It has also made my little grandkids comfortable if they have a bout of colic.

Please remember to cover if you cough or sneeze.

* This article is meant for informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for medical advice. References available by request. These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA.