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Ella’s Kitchen
November cries for hot ‘n hearty comfort foods and embellished appetizer trays. It’s a month for the aroma of flavorful soups simmering on the stove or the eye-catching extras for a celebratory meal. - Ella Super Bowl Soup with Barley, Beans and Beer 2 1/2 cups water 1 TB. ...
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Just Saying…
There’s No Place Like Home By Q.C. Jones November marks the middle of old QC Jones’ Fall travel season. While many of you were enjoying the last few weeks of the Summer and the lovely change to Fall, your humble reporter was engaged in the busy days of Fall Convention Season. During these week...
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Yard and Garden: Add Autumn Color with Grasses
By Richard Jauron and Willy Klein Iowa State University Extension Native and ornamental grasses are wonderful for adding multiple seasons of interest in the garden. They add instant texture and form to the garden any time of year whether grouped in clusters or planted singly as focal points. Iowa ...
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Smart Snacking Tips for Managing Diabetes
By Katie Schaeffer, RD, LD Hy-Vee Registered Dietician (563) 359-9323 kschaeffer@hy-vee.com A few ideas for managing blood sugar during the busy holiday season. November is National Diabetes Month. But it’s also the start of the holidays, and we all know what that means: Tempting treats are e...
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Calendar of Events – October 2019
Support Groups and Informational Seminars Welcome to Medicare - Tuesday October 15 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm. A free seminar offered by the State of Iowa’s Senior Health Insurance Information (SHIIP) and Center for Active Seniors, Inc (CASI) for Iowans who want to learn more about Medicare. Registration ...
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Ella’s Kitchen
Autumn is a great time to try new meat and vegetable recipes. Try barbecued veal with rice, accompanied with stuffed yams or lamb chops Oriental-style paired with carrots Lyonnaise or smoked pork shoulder and spinach salad. All of these recipes will serve 6 - 8. -Ella Barbecued Veal with R...
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Max’s Musings
By Max Molleston Iowa poets have some very special state-wide recognition now. The 2019 edition of Lyrical Iowa, the premier contest for poets in Iowa is out. I am pleased to see the names of Iowa Quad-City poets published in the edition. I know the names and the skills of these people, men in this...
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Wind Dancer in the Hilltop Campus Village
The Hilltop Business Association is so very happy to introduce you to one of the newest businesses in the Hilltop Campus Village. Welcome the Wind Dancer. A little bit of fashion, a little bit of accessory, a little bit of fragrance and oil... plus more. Truly a unique boutique with a story to its b...
