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Choosing humanity | Ott Observations

Earlier this fall, I was touring the Alps in central Europe. There were countless beautiful churches.  On the side wall of one of the churches there was this saying: “We…

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Leaf tolerance, planning and priorities | Mark’s Remarks

Here come the leaves.   It’s always interesting to me how long it takes for the leaves to fall off completely.  It’s also interesting to me how much my priorities…

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Taste Buds | Honoring Veterans Through Food

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. Nov. 11 marks the end…

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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…

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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…

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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.…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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