by polly anderson the associated press
(Thursday, Dec. 4, 2008)
NEW YORK — With her booming, classically trained voice and spare guitar, Odetta gave life to songs by workingmen and slaves, farmers and miners, housewives and washerwomen, blacks and whites. » Read story.
By Michael Storey (Contact)
(Thursday, Dec. 4, 2008)
One of the enjoyable things about the holiday season of Thanksgiving and Christmas is that TV digs deep into its family-friendly stocking. That’s the case over the next several days on cable’s ABC Family. » Read story.
holiday mathis
(Thursday, Dec. 4, 2008)
Happy birthday. You’re powerfully, deeply thoughtful this month and by the start of the new year you’ll be completely focused on your purpose. February brings emotional risk and reward.Your personal life takes a fun turn in March. Your contribution will be a driving force in a May venture. You’ll receive a fi nancial bonus in August. Gemini and Libra adore you. » Read story.
by daniel j. wakin the new york times
(Thursday, Dec. 4, 2008)
NEW YORK — Traditionally, auditioning for an orchestra means appearing alone onstage in a nerve-jangling performance before grizzled veteran musicians. In the Google way, it means posting on the company’s video-sharing site, YouTube, for online judging by the professionals and then, ultimately, the YouTube universe. » Read story.
carolyn hax
(Thursday, Dec. 4, 2008)
DEAR CAROLYN: Here’s an elephant in the room that keeps coming back with its ears flapping: On New Year’s Eve, my girlfriend got a little toasted. She proceeded to flirt with a guy at a table next to us at the restaurant, even though he was with his wife. » Read story.
billy graham
(Thursday, Dec. 4, 2008)
DEAR REV. GRAHAM: My husband and I are upset because our church is talking about a campaign to raise an enormous amount of money for a new building. We think the old building is sufficient for our needs. The first Christians didn’t even have church buildings, did they? — Mrs. N.J.D. » Read story.
By The Arkansas Democrat-Gazette (Contact)
(Thursday, Dec. 4, 2008)
1. On the television show Cheers, what was Carla’s married name? 2. Roberto Benigni won the 1999 Academy Award for best actor for his role in what movie? » Read story.
heloise
(Thursday, Dec. 4, 2008)
DEAR HELOISE: I like working on plant repotting or trimming, but I don’t have a work area in the house. So, when I can’t do this outside, I take a large tray that I place on my counter and use that to work on. » Read story.
By Helaine Williams (Contact)
(Thursday, Dec. 4, 2008)
Arkansas-born celebrity stylist Kevin Sanders recently returned to his home state for some fashionable appearances at Little Rock boutique RK Collections and its two sister shops, Impulse and Splurge. » Read story.
These gifts accomplish much more than just saying ‘Merry Christmas’
By Helaine Williams (Contact)
(Thursday, Dec. 4, 2008)
She might not be able to hang it on her wall. He might not be able to download his favorite music on it. She might not be able to wear it to church on Sunday. And it might not match his eyes at all. » Read story.
By The Arkansas Democrat-Gazette (Contact)
(Wednesday, Dec. 3, 2008)
She might not be able to hang it on her wall. He might not be able to download his favorite music on it. She might not be able to wear it to church on Sunday. And it might not match his eyes at all. » Read story.
A doll maker’s love for the “visual aspect of fantasy” results in colorful, fanciful fabric creations
By Rick McFarland (Contact)
(Wednesday, Dec. 3, 2008)
DeRue Johnson’s doll-making enterprise began with a box of Cracker Jack. » Read story.
holiday mathis
(Wednesday, Dec. 3, 2008)
Happy birthday. It’s your year to get more love fl owing through your life as you let go of the past and mentally create your bright future. Your projects expand and your talents sharpen through the next seven weeks. There is a substantial advance in your love life in January. You’re promoted in April. In June, travel delights. Taurus and Aquarius adore you. » Read story.
By Rhonda Owen (Contact)
(Wednesday, Dec. 3, 2008)
We’re thinking about getting a family dog and want to adopt from a shelter or rescue group. What should we do to make sure we get the right dog for our family? First and foremost, your new dog must suit your family’s lifestyle, but it’s just as important that you consider a potential pet’s needs before bringing it into your household. » Read story.
By Jennifer Hansen (Contact)
(Wednesday, Dec. 3, 2008)
Once a month, this column suggests “smart tips for hard times,” ways to save money, stay strong, and find meaning without spending more. This month’s reader-suggested topic focuses on tricks to make home cooking easier and more enjoyable, and saving money by trimming the last-minute eating-out habit. » Read story.
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