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Wednesday, December 16, 2020

The holiday season is a favorite time of year for many who transform their homes with festive decorations, bake winter treats, and open their doors to guests.

No, it's not Santa's helpers - it's librarians Sulema Oltivero (left) and Gaye Reily (right) peeking out from a Pandemic 2020 Tree.

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A "Pandemic 2020 Tree" graces our facility here at Rhoads Memorial Library. The 7' tall Ficus plant that has seen better days is adorned with colorful copies of face masks and festive lights, among other decorations.

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Unity in Community

Jonathan Sullivan

Wednesday, December 16, 2020

“I will sing of the Lord’s great love forever; with my mouth I will make your faithfulness known through all generations.” Psalms 89:1 Love is an overused word in today’s culture. “I love a good steak.” “I love getting Christmas presents.” “I love my family.

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Eggs

Dr. Kim Pond

Wednesday, December 16, 2020

We have been blessed of late with having fresh farm eggs. I did not grow up with this option so it amazed me how these and the grocery store variety are so similar and yet so very different. This is seen in their appearance, taste and especially their toughness. Let me explain.

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His hand on yours

Dudley Anderson

Wednesday, December 16, 2020

Jesus wept. John 11:35 Queen Victoria heard that the wife of a laborer had lost her baby. Having suffered deep sorrow herself, she wanted to express her sympathy. She called on the bereaved mother and spent time with her. Later, neighbors asked what the queen said.

Claire Van Zee graduated from the University of Baylor this semester with a degree in journalism. She plans to begin her career and go to graduate school. Van Zee is a 2017 graduate of Dimmitt High School.

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Teacher Asst program kicks off Jan 11

News Staff

Wednesday, December 16, 2020

State Farm is aiming to make 40 Texas teachers happy in the upcoming year. Whether in the classroom or working virtually, teachers are being asked to come up with innovative methods for helping their students learn.

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Biden aims to pay farmers putting land in conservation programs

News Staff

Wednesday, December 16, 2020

The government will help farmers mitigate climate change by paying them to “put their land in conservation” and plant cover crops, said President-elect Biden, providing some details on his campaign call to offset greenhouse gas emissions from agriculture.

Pet Talk

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Pet Talk

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Wednesday, December 9, 2020

Spotting a red bump in the corner of a pet’s eye is a concerning but not uncommon experience for many dog owners. Colloquially called “cherry eye,” this bump may be a prolapsed gland of the nictitans, also known as the third eyelid. Dr.

Gloria Hernandez is the featured Displayer of the Month with Christmas items and nativity scenes.

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Library Lines ...

Gaye Reily

Wednesday, December 9, 2020

A Christmas collection ranging from Nativity scenes to whimsical Santas is being shown here at Rhoads Memorial Library as the December display.

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Smells

Dr. Kim Pond

Wednesday, December 9, 2020

If you have read any of the symptoms of COVID, then you know that one is the absence of smells and taste. When I went to see the ear, nose and throat doctor after I was really sick in late January, one of the things I asked is when I would be able to smell and taste again.

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