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In our lifetime | Mark’s Remarks
To tell you the truth, there are days I can barely pay attention to the news. Isn’t that awful? But many of you know what I’m talking about. After a…
Local food review: Fajitas del Pacifio
by Natalie Schweiger In the culinary world good quality food is a top priority. The value of a dish can be determined by freshness and taste. When I visited Casa…
Naked and Afraid | Planet Ryan
I have a confession to make: I’m completely addicted to the survival reality TV show “Naked and Afraid,” which airs weekly on the Discovery Channel. For those of you not…
Your glass and telomeres | Mark’s Remarks
How often have you heard the old adage “the glass is half full?” Not that one? Maybe you yourself have said it’s half empty. Whatever the case, you know the…
Tough | Mark’s Remarks
I’m as sympathetic as the next guy. I like to think there is good in just about everyone. As I grow older, I am more forgiving and am able to…
JV’s Wings 3-Ways: A fall favorite
by Natalie Schweiger Fall is here! With a change in season comes a change in taste. From homemade chili to caramel apples, restaurants everywhere are bringing out their sweater-ready menus.…
Valmeyer “dress like a pirate day” photos
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I liked you better when… | Mark’s Remarks
I’m a big fan of self-deprecating humor. I always have been. I guess I learned early on that if you learn to make fun of yourself a little and you…
Football is back | Planet Ryan
Finally, after a very long wait, regular season football is back. I was lucky enough to attend the Rams’ home-opener Sunday, and let’s just say I was thankful to be…
Conversations, first-hand accounts and both sides | Mark’s Remarks
I am a fan of Ryan’s column. He’s the guy who writes “Planet Ryan.” Most of the time you can find him in a southwest direction from my corner of…