It's that time of year again ... DO NOT, under any circumstances, leave your children or pets in your car for even a minute. Temperatures can soar to unlivable conditions in just a few minutes and kill those left unattended in a car or truck. "I forgot," or "I didn't know," are NOT excuses. And, if you see a child or pet left in an unattended car, call 911 IMMEDIATELY ... they will respond, and you may save a life. Nancy Carnahan says you can also call Animal Control at 887-2171 or Dispatch at 887-2007. Thank you!
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To Russell Totten ... where were you when we needed you? "Hail Colombia!" ('er, Columbia ... oh, whatever).
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If you're wondering why Rotarians and Kiwanians have two different signs for mayor on their lawns, we have the answer. When one spouse belongs to one group, and the other, another, it's because Bob Crowell belongs to Rotary, and Ken Haskins belongs to Kiwanis. Seems some families are having a "friendly" difference of opinion. Just don't deliver any brickbats to these homes at this time.
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We are pleased to announce that the people of San Francisco have gathered more than enough signatures to place a change of name on the ballot there. In order to "honor" the president, the Oceanside Sewer Plant will be renamed the George W. Bush Sewer Plant if the initiative passes.
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Carolyn found this one on the Internet: "A class of 5-year-olds was learning to read. One of them pointed to a picture in a zoo book and said, 'Look at this ... it's a frickin' elephant.' The teacher took a deep breath, then asked, 'What did you call it?' 'It's a frickin' elephant,' the child replied, 'it says so on the picture.' Sure enough, the teacher looked at the picture, where it read, 'African elephant.'"
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If ever you wanted to help the environment, the Carson City Chamber of Commerce has just the thing for you. They are featuring reusable grocery totes this week for only $3 each that are filled with lots of excellent coupons and discounts, etc. You can get them at the Chamber office at 1900 S. Carson St. on the second floor (turn in at the Railroad Museum, and it's the first building on the right). Call 882-1565 for details.
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Someone went to a drive-up window and was welcomed by "This is Yak in a Box, may I help you?" Damn, it must be hard pounding those big guys into a box. So they settled for a hamburger and fries.
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Speaking of which, Kress Whalen told us this story about her nephew, John, when he was about 3 (many years ago). Seems he was in the car with his dad, when his dad suggested they go to Jack in the Box. "Jack a Box, Jack a Box," young John cried excitedly. "No," said dad, "it's Jack IN the Box." "Yes," shouts John, "Jack a Box, Jack a Box." As he's jumping up and down in the back seat, dad again tries, "No, it's Jack IN the Box." "Jack a ..." John looked at his dad, gave up and said in a sad little voice, "Oh, skip it ... let's go to McDonald's."
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There are birthday's galore this week ... Jody Crews, Virginia Nuzum, Andy Harvey, H Bentley Hawley, Roger Maillard, Gene Butler, Jerry Nielsen, Stacy Pattersen, Cathy Robinson, Rett Jesse and Maizie (no, they are not twins) ... and a belated one to Al Christianson. May you eat cake! Then, congratulations to Dick Campagni for donating a car to the "Celebrity Docs Caring for Cancer," and to Carol Payne, who won the car, then turned around and donated it to Sr. Marie McGloin for her 25 years of service to the community. Terrific people all.
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When you watch the Olympic Games next month, be sure to root for 2001 Churchill County High grad, Aarik Wilson. He won the Olympic trials in the triple jump and is off to Bejing. What a thrill ... here's hoping for a great trip, Aarik! Good luck.
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The Chamber insert last week had lots of good places to eat pizza, however, they left out one of the best. If you really like pizza, and want one with all the stuff you like on it, try the ones at the Station Grille. They're greaaaat. And, if you're looking for a good Mexican restaurant, give Los Reinas a try. It's about five miles east of Smith's on Hwy. 50 E, and is on the North side of the road. We hear the food is excellent. And the simply wonderful Rod Wissert is your ---
Carolyn has begun a new career ... photographing some of the "social" events in town for the Appeal and it's Web site. She started with the "Glow" reception on Thursday at Bella Fiore. The Glow is a magazine for women in the area, and will feature things that are important to women. For information, call Mary Jurkonis, at 775-881-7360.
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"The Butler Did It" plays at Valhalla this weekend at the Boathouse Theatre at 7:30 p.m. (1-530-541-4975). A great venue for a fun play. And the annual UNR Governor's Dinner, featuring Charles Barkley, will be held on Friday at the Governor's Mansion at 5:30 p.m. All proceeds benefit Wolf Pack Athletics (682-6965).
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Thanks to Tim Jennings for reminding us you can get FREE telephone directory info (home or cell) by dialing 1-800-FREE 411 (1-800-373-3411) ... no charge to calling party.
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Terry Beauchamp read this one on the Internet: "A priest (we think it was Father Chuck) was riding on his bicycle when he came across a young boy trying to sell a lawn mower. 'How much do you want for it?' asks Father Chuck. 'Enough to buy a bicycle,' answers the lad. 'Would you take my bike in trade?' asks the priest. The little boy asks if he could try it first, and, after doing so, tells the priest, 'You have a deal.' They swap the bike for the lawnmower, and Father Chuck tries to start it. After pulling the rope a few times, he calls the boy over, and tells him he can't get it started. The boy says, 'That's because you have to cuss at it first.' The priest replies, 'I've been a priest so long, I've forgotten how to cuss.' The little boy looked at him happily and said, 'Just keep pulling the rope. It'll come back to ya.'" If at first you don't succeed...
- Carolyn Tate and Maizie Harris Jesse are longtime Carson City residents. They can be reached by e-mail at carolynandmaizie@yahoo.com.