Today's Feature

Beimdiek to Host Blood Drive.

Salute A Veteran - 70 Units for 70 Years.

News release

The Community Blood Center of the Ozarks mobile unit will be located at 303 W Third St, Carthage MO, June 30th from 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

In celebration of Beimdiek’s 70th Anniversary, the goal for this year’s drive is 70 Units for 70 Years! That’s a lot of "Red!" Community and local business support would be greatly appreciated in helping reach this goal.

To be eligible to donate, persons must be at least 17 years of age, weigh above 110 pounds, have not given blood in the past 56 days and feel well and healthy. First time donors should bring Photo ID. Free Salute a Veteran T-Shirt for all participants and Free Cholesterol Screening! Appointments can be scheduled by calling 358.4007 but walk ins are welcome as well.

Safety Meeting.

The City Council Public Safety Committee will meet this evening at 6:30 p.m. in the Fire Department. Items on the agenda include requests for closing the Courthouse square for the City-Wide Sidewalk Sale and for the Maple Leaf Parade.

Stench Report:
Friday,
6/16/06

No Stench Detected on Carthage Square

Workin’ for farmers was the main source of summer employment for students in the rural town I grew up in.

Spendin’ the summer on a harvest crew was thought to be one of the more glamorous jobs, although by the end of the season, those who stayed at home and worked typically ended up with more money in their pocket. The crew I was in one summer discovered if you pumped a grease gun real hard, a gob a grease would fly through the air for some fifty yards or so. The novelty of this discovery wore thin on the owner of the combines when he saw the splatters of grease all over his machines.

With a little practice, a grease gun can be amazingly accurate. On the threat of bein’ abandoned in South Dakota, we only had that one day of target shootin’ however.

This is some fact, but mostly,

Just Jake Talkin’.

This Is A Hammer
By Samantha Mazzotta

Getting the Best Advice

Q: You often recommend the local home-improvement store when readers want more detailed advice. What’s the best way to approach a salesperson to get the answers I need on a project? -- Tara M., El Paso

A: The best way to get a good answer from a salesperson is to bring as much information as you can. That way, he or she will be able to pick the best parts or tools for the job you’re trying to complete.

Before going to the home improvement or hardware store, list your questions as well as all you know about the project so far. For example, if you’re repairing a leaky faucet, have disassembled it, but can’t find anything clearly wrong, write down those details. In addition, gather any old parts and place them in a clear plastic bag to take with you. In the case of the leaky faucet, the sales associate can see what type of faucet you’re working with and will be able to help you out.

Spare parts alone may not do it, especially in the case of electrical repairs. In this case, make a sketch of the area or item you’re working with and bring it along with your list of questions.

A knowledgeable associate will help identify the problem you’re having and can recommend a way to fix it. Most will also tell you what additional trouble you may run into during the repair or improvement, but if they don’t, be sure to ask.

Make sure you have everything you need when you make a purchase. If you buy a package with several parts inside, check to make sure everything listed is in the package before you leave the parking lot. It’s easier to go right back in and swap it out.

Most importantly, though, don’t be afraid to ask questions, no matter how simple they seem. Sales associates are there to help -- after all, it’s your money and time that you’re spending. It’s better to ask as many questions as possible in order to get the right materials than to be forced to come back later for something you needed.