Editorial

’10 elections fruitful for teaching

Professor Larry Klugman is like a child in a candy shop as he eyes the 2010 political season.

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Let’s try governing for a change

Gubernatorial candidate Jim Ryan made an interesting point when he visited the Herald & Review this week.

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Short-sightedness reigns in Springfield’s ‘Field of Dreams’

If someone were going to make a movie about the budget problems plaguing state government, it might be a version of “Field of Dreams” — in reverse.

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Tradition doesn't change, it moves

This time of year, our thoughts turn to celebrating Thanksgiving, an annual holiday set aside to give thanks. It is also a time for families to join together around the table and share memories and lots of good food.

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Go easy on the table scraps for pets

Millie, a 10-year-old kind-of-German Shepherd, and Bo, her playmate, a 7-year-old kind-of-Rottweiler, undoubtedly will have the opportunity to woof down some people food during the upcoming holiday season. Have you noticed that when people give dogs or cats leftovers, or table food, they …

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Handy has gotten way too easy

Time was we handy folks had to shop at sawdusted lumber yards and small-town hardware stores.

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Indian corn

With Thanksgiving week upon us, somewhere along the line, we are bound to see what we commonly call "Indian corn" used as a symbol of the harvest. What makes Indian corn special? Does it even have anything to do with Native Americans?

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Diverticulosis diet calls for lots of fiber

Dear Dr. Donohue: Please give me some advice about diverticulitis. What shouldn't I eat? I have had so many different answers to this question that I am now very confused.

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Wife is betrayed by man's repeated Internet infidelity

Dear Abby: My husband and I have been married for many years. We have three happy, successful children and a good life together. I love him dearly.

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Let's continue the prayerful traditions of original Thanksgiving

When I was in elementary and high school, not many years ago, Thanksgiving was one of the most exciting times of the school year. It was dramatic in every way. Little boys and girls, as well as middle school and high school students, enjoyed their re-enactment of the first Thanksgiving in…

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Running takes a toll on digestive tract

Dear Dr. Donohue: I've been preparing for a 10K run, and my digestive tract is rebelling. A couple of times I felt like throwing up. On two other occasions, I started to get diarrhea, and it's a good thing there were public restrooms nearby. Is there something wrong with my digestive tract?

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Daughter cringes when mom does happy dance

Dear Abby: I am an 11-year-old girl who loves going shopping and doing stuff with my mom. But when we go to the mall or stop for lunch and she hears a song she likes, she'll start singing to it. And if we're standing up, she even dances to it a little.

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Crimes and misdemeanors

He lies. He cheats. He steals. Is he a convicted felon? No, he's a preschooler.

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It's a duty to try 'Modern Warfare 2' online

Nearly every year, there's one game that stands out from the rest in sales. This year, it's "Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2."

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Letting kids make choices without comments

After years of exposure to blogs and various commenting devices on Web sites, I still find myself astounded by the venom displayed by some posters.

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Thumbs Up and Thumbs Down for Friday, Nov. 20, 2009

THUMBS UP! To the adoption fair and workshop held recently at Decatur's First Church of the Nazarene. The group that sponsored the event, Treasured Adoption Foundation, decided the fair would be a good idea because parents of adopted children often get a lot of questions about the process…

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What causes leg and ankle swelling?

Dear Dr. Donohue: My legs, ankles and feet get really swollen, and I mean really. During the day, if I slip my shoes off, I can't get them back on. What can I do to take down the swelling? I'm not on any medicine, and my health is good. I haven't seen a doctor in quite a while.

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Weight no deterrent in search for love

Dear Abby: I'm 32 and a "large girl." I am also intelligent, witty and fun to be around. I make friends wherever I go. The problem is my mother - who is also big - keeps telling me that heavy women are not desirable and we must "settle" when it comes to choosing a mate.

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When were you last 'confronted' by art?

When was the last time a work of art honestly surprised you?

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Macon County fails to live within its means

Macon County taxpayers will have to dig deeper into their pockets to pay for county government next year.

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