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TODAY IN HISTORY

Wednesday, January 25, 2023

In 1787, Shays' Rebellion forces failed in an attempt to overtake the U.S. arsenal in Springfield, Mass.In 1915, Alexander Graham Bell made the first transcontinental telephone call from New York to San Francisco.In 1961, a few days after his inauguration, President John F.

Biden’s true colors remain vivid

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Biden’s true colors remain vivid

Wednesday, January 25, 2023

Joe Biden’s political life always has played out against one soundtrack; it came in 12/8 time and was written by Phil Spector, an inspiration that came from his father’s tombstone. It went this way: To know, know, know him Is to love, love, love him.

Different ages are recommended different flu shots

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Different ages are recommended different flu shots

Wednesday, January 25, 2023

ASK THE DOCTORSDear Doctors: I went to our local pharmacy to get a flu shot for myself and also for my dad. It turns out that because he is 68 years old, he didn't get the same vaccine as me. They gave him something called 'fluad quadrivalent.' How is that different from the regular flu vaccine?

Single reader wants to get comfortable being alone

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Single reader wants to get comfortable being alone

Wednesday, January 25, 2023

DEAR HARRIETTE: I've been single for a while now, and I'm starting to feel overwhelmed by the prospect of finding someone new. I want to take this time to focus on myself and what I need. It's important for me to build confidence in myself and know that I can thrive alone if I need to.

New novel idea: Let the voters decide

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New novel idea: Let the voters decide

Tuesday, January 24, 2023

And now, here’s a preview of coming attractions! The kerfuffle over President Biden’s handling of classified documents from his vice presidential days raises many legal and political issues. But here’s one critical takeaway: Elections have consequences.

Complimenting strangers is a good deed

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Complimenting strangers is a good deed

Tuesday, January 24, 2023

I have to say, that is a very nice hat!' I told the man as he passed me on the sidewalk.The man in the snazzy blue fedora had a serious look on his face, as if he were thinking deeply about something far more important than the indigoblue hat with the red feather setting on his head.

Despite success, reader suffers health setbacks

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Despite success, reader suffers health setbacks

Tuesday, January 24, 2023

DEAR HARRIETTE: I am embarrassed to say that I suffer from almost all the chronic health problems that commonly befall Black people in this country. I feel like such a failure in this regard. Outside of my health, I am killing it at work and have a good life.

Some prostate cancer patients could be good candidates for cryoablation

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Some prostate cancer patients could be good candidates for cryoablation

Saturday, January 21, 2023

Dear Doctors: Why don't we hear more about cryoablation as a treatment for prostate cancer? It appears to be much easier than major surgery, so it seems like it would be a good option. What does the procedure entail? I am also interested in knowing about the advantages and disadvantages.

Colleague can’t stand woman’s putrid perfume

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Colleague can’t stand woman’s putrid perfume

Saturday, January 21, 2023

DEAR HARRIETTE: I have a colleague who wears a very pungent perfume. It's been increasingly difficult to focus with this smell filling the office, and I don't know how to address it without making things uncomfortable.

CLINTON’S HISTORY 10, 20, 30 AND 40 YEARS AGO

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CLINTON’S HISTORY 10, 20, 30 AND 40 YEARS AGO

Saturday, January 21, 2023

Participants in a Cardiac Rehabilitation Program at Clinton Regional Hospital, under the direction of Vicki Kiesau, concluded a six-week course including graduation and education.