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Make plans to attend the Three-State Beef Conference

By University of Missouri Extension — Buchanan County Submitted to Corner Post Area beef producers should make plans to attend annual Three-State Beef Conference that is scheduled for January 14, 15 and 16, 2025 with locations in Missouri, Iowa, and Nebraska. The Three-State Beef Conference is designed to give beef cattle producers and others in

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‘Twas the night after feasting

By CJ Beaman Submitted to Corner Post ‘Twas the night after feasting, and I just couldn’t sleep. I tried counting backwards. I tried counting sheep. The leftovers beckoned — the dark meat and white, But I fought the temptation with all of my might. I tossed and I turned with sweet anticipation, Thoughts of a

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Upcoming events

By Corner Post Check out these upcoming events. Holiday Park, now through Jan. 1, Krug Park, St. Joseph, Missouri. A fabulous Christmas tradition at one of the region’s premier parks. B&S Equipment Year-End Consignment Auction, Dec 14. https://www.bandsequipmentsales.com/ Great Plains Growers Conference, Jan 9-11, Fulkerson Center, MWSU Campus, St. Joseph, Missouri. https://www.greatplainsgrowersconference.org/ 36th Annual Midland

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Words of wisdom from centenarians

By Corner Post When individuals reach the age of 100, they are often asked to share some nugget of wisdom or impart some sage advice. Here are a few to consider. “Don’t look at the calendar. Just keep celebrating every day.” Ruth Coleman, 101 “The possessions you treasure will all belong to someone else or

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Recipe corner: Pumpkin roll

By Mary Bailey Submitted to Corner Post Pumpkin rolls are a tasty treat and make a wonderful Christmas dessert. Pumpkin Roll Cake: 1/4 cup powdered sugar (to sprinkle on towel) 3/4 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves 1/4 teaspoon salt 3 large

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Painting Christmas morning

By Hannah Ferguson Submitted to Corner Post As the only living relative of my mother’s sister, I made a point of calling Aunt Judy almost daily and visiting her at least once a week at her home in a nearby town. She never had children of her own, so she always took special interest in

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The spirit of Christmas

By Rawné M. Pierce Submitted to Corner Post The spirit of Christmas pulses through the veins of my youngest son. A real tree, a ride through Krug Park, Christmas movies, hot cocoa in the snowman mugs, and spices that boil on the stove in our little farmhouse, all radiate love and relished memories. As a

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Why that way?

By Corner Post Here’s something you may find interesting, especially if you’ve ever heard someone answer the question, “Why do you do it that way?” with “That’s the way we’ve always done it.” (I’ve seen or heard this explanation multiple times over the years in various places, but never with a citation.) In the United

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Recipe corner: Bacon-Wrapped Sweet Potato Bites

By Mary Bailey Submitted to Corner Post These bacon-wrapped sweet potato bites are the perfect side dish any time of the year, especially Thanksgiving and Christmas. Bacon-Wrapped Sweet Potato Bites 1/4 cup butter, melted 1/2 tsp. salt 1/2 tsp. cayenne pepper 1/4 tsp. ground cinnamon 2 large sweet potatoes (about 1 3/4 pounds), peeled and

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Old-fashioned holidays

By Lucinda (Paden) Hind Submitted to Corner Post Remember those old-fashioned holidays? Making snow angels under the sun’s full rays, That made the snow and icicles glisten, So quiet, yet you’d stop to listen. Then we’d go running in to decorate the tree. We’d take out the old, tattered box where we knew there’d be,

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Rest in peace, Miss Pat

By Corner Post In the November 28 issue of Corner Post, we introduced readers to Pat Wells, an amazing, active lady with credentials to reflect on the past ten decades. When we interviewed her, she said she looked forward to seeing the article in print and she looked forward to spending Thanksgiving with family. Last

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The good ol’ days

By Mark Lane Submitted to Corner Post Thoughts of the “good ol’ days” got me thinking about what we would need to give up in order to live in such a magical time. The answer is, quite a lot. Depending on your definition of the good ol’ days, you may have to give up more

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What are you looking for?

By Submitted by Gwen Merrick Vultures and hummingbirds can be seen flying over the landscapes of most of North America. Vultures’ keen eyesight helps them spot rotting meat, because that is what they look for. It’s what they thrive on. In contrast, hummingbirds ignore the stinking flesh of dead animals. They look for colorful blossoms

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Recipe corner: Green bean casserole

By Danielle Bailey Submitted to Corner Post Green bean casserole is a classic Thanksgiving side dish that is quick and easy to make. Green Bean Casserole 2 cans condensed cream of mushroom soup 1 cup milk 8 cups cooked cut green beans 2 1/3 cup crispy fried onions 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce Pepper to taste

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The answer to the madness

By Corner Post In a world where being “connected” is thought to be a necessity, there is strong evidence that it’s time to think again and start disconnecting. Personal restraint is needed now more than ever. The volume and the degree of negative messaging seem to have no boundaries. News (radio, TV and print) used

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Upcoming events

By Corner Post Check out these upcoming events. Jamesport Christmas Festival, Nov. 29 and 30 (Friday and Saturday), Jamesport, Missouri. Light Night, Nov. 29, Albany, Missouri. Parade, chili supper, hayrides, gingerbread house contest, s’mores and hot chocolate and more. Holiday Park, Nov. 29 – Jan. 1, St. Joseph, Missouri. A fabulous holiday tradition at one

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The good ol’ days

By Corner Post Old age is always at least an arm’s length away, isn’t it? Before I was a teenager, 30-year-olds were “old.” By the time I graduated from high school, that mark had pushed back by 15 years or so. When I crossed into my third decade of life, I wasn’t old, that was

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The most important moments to a kid

By Mark Lane Submitted to Corner Post What parent or grandparent can’t relate to being at a game or recital where the featured attraction is a cluster of children, most of whom don’t understand what they’re supposed to be doing? Not only can they not kick/hit/throw/shoot the ball well or hit the proper notes in

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