American Kennel Club adds a breed, the bracco Italiano
NEW YORK (AP) — U.S. dog lovers, say “benvenuto” to the bracco Italiano.
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How to find a cheap(er) flight this summer
SEATTLE — Stephanie Parkins hadn’t opened a credit card in 20 years. That changed a few months ago, though, when she had an inkling that summer flights would get expensive.
One man’s journey in search of a spiritual home
“The Long Way Home” by Tom Montgomery Fate; Ice Cube Press (168 pages, $19.99) Author Tom Montgomery Fate has lived most of his life in Illinois, but when he’s asked where home is, he says Iowa. Small-town Iowa is where Fate was raised, where he was formed, and it is in many ways is his anchor.
Progress recalled and progress ahead
From The Examiner during the week of July 3-8, 1972: “TRUMAN ‘AHEAD OF TIME,’ LIBRARY SPEAKER RECALLS” – “In these feverish days of Women’s Lib, I am thrilled to recall the day in 1949 when I was summoned to the White House.” This was one of the comments by Mrs. Georgia Ness Gray, first woman treasurer of the United States, as she spoke at Fourth of July ceremonies at the Truman Library.
Try this blueberry cream pie
Blueberry season is upon us, which means berry-studded muffins, pancakes, salads and smoothies. The plump and juicy berry — thought to have one of the highest antioxidant levels of all everyday fruits — also makes a great base for a summer pie that’s both sweet and jammy, with just a touch of tang for balance.
Seven of the least healthy fast food value meals
We get it. Fast food value meals are quick, yummy and sometimes inexpensive.
A weekend with family and unexpected blessings
For young children, a long-awaited event “never comes.” But it did, and it happened. Our two trips were stacked back to back.
City Theatre of Independence sets evening of fun and fundraising
The City Theatre of Independence is hosting a gala fundraiser, “A Magical Musical Night at the Tonys,” as part of an effort to raise $10,000 to meet its operating budget. This event is set for July 23 at the Sermon Center, 201 N.
An appreciation of forts at Powell Gardens
Powell Gardens has a temporary outdoor exhibit about forts. The forts were designed by a team of preschool children, artists, landscape designers, architects and others.
AREA COVID-19 TESTING SITES
University Health testing: Regular testing hours are 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. weekdays and 8 a.m. to noon Saturdays. Testing is available at the Lakewood campus at 7900 Lee’s Summit Road, Kansas City, and the Hospital Hill site at 2211 Charlotte, Kansas City. To be tested for COVID-19 at University Health, call 816-404-CARE (2273) to get an appointment. The appointment will allow you to arrive during a specific period of time. The call center (816-404-CARE) opens at 8 a.m. and closes at 4:30 p.m. each weekday.