Scott Woodsmall
Christmas lists | Mark’s Remarks
I tried to watch the classic Bela Lugosi “Dracula” the other night right after we said good night to the driveway fire pit and told the neighbors across the street…
Sallywood | Movie Review
After I mentioned her brief but funny appearance in my movie review of “80 for Brady” starring Jane Fonda, Rita Moreno, Sally Field and Lily Tomlin, Oscar-nominated and Golden Globe…
Real issues | Ott Observations
When you ask people about the issues on which they decide their vote, you get a whole range of answers. Some don’t appear to sort issues by importance or priority.…
Party aftermath | Mark’s Remarks
Our youngest, according to her three older siblings, is spoiled. Since she was 3, she has dreamed up and hosted several different parties. Her first Halloween party took place when…
A painless test for lung cancer that saves lives | For Your Health
By Dr. Graham A. Colditz Siteman Cancer Center Our progress against lung cancer is something to celebrate. Millions of lives have been saved in the U.S. alone since rates of…
Regrets, lessons learned from Kathy Bates
I watched Kathy Bates on “CBS Sunday Morning” a couple of weeks ago because I like her. She’s been in some really good movies and played some great characters. I…
Taste Buds | More than a recipe
An online column by Vivanda Felice and Pipa Benoit, pseudonyms for two Monroe County foodies dedicated to supporting and highlighting local food spirit and culture Community cookbooks seem abundant throughout…
Defunding government | Ott Observations
For some of us, one election issue is a concern some legislators want to defund police. In fact, this is only a handful of extremists in the Democratic Party and…