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Chia Pet Moment

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“You know, since I’ve been eating these chia seeds, I’ve noticed my beard has gotten heavier.” My husband, Peter, was talking to my father downstairs. I sat up at attention.
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Xcel Energy’s tree trimming efforts prevent outages

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EDITOR'S NOTE: Xcel Energy has announced plans to trim trees near power lines here in Canadian. The crews will begin work sometime around the end of May and the first of June. The project will be carried out by Asplundh. Xcel will initiate an outbound call campaign informing local property owners and residents when the trimmers will be in the area, and will provide customers with Asplundh's contact information should they need to communicate with trimmers ahead of time.

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What's Cookin'? Blueberry Scones

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FOR THE SCONES: 2-3/4 cups all-purpose flour, sifted, plus a little extra for dusting 3/4 teaspoon salt 5 teaspoons baking powder 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened 1/4 cup granulated sugar 1 teaspoon dried mint, crushed 1 lemon, finely grated zest only 3/4 cup whole milk, room temperature Preheat the oven to 400 degrees and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Xcel Energy to trim trees near power lines here

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CANADIAN—Xcel Energy plans to trim trees near power lines serving customers in Canadian to prevent tree-related power outages and to lessen the chance of wildfire fueled by overgrown vegetation.

The work will be carried out by Asplundh between April and June.

Trees under powerline after trimming

The Postscript: Complimenting Strangers

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“I have to say, that is a very nice hat!” I told the man as he passed me on the sidewalk. The man in the snazzy blue fedora had a serious look on his face, as if he was thinking deeply about something far more important than the indigo-blue hat with the red feather sitting on his head.
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What's Cookin' in Canadian: Buttery Lemon Pasta with Almonds and Arugula

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INGREDIENTS Fine salt and freshly ground pepper 1 pound linguine or spaghetti 6 tablespoons unsalted butter 1 cup sliced almonds 2 fresh rosemary sprigs 1/4 teaspoon red-pepper flakes, plus more to taste 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice, plus more to taste 1 tablespoon finely grated lemon zest 4 to 5 ounces arugula, coarsely chopped (or substitute 4-5 cups baby kale or spinach) Grated Parmesan for serving PREPARATION Bring large pot of heavily salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook until one minute shy of being al dente, usually one or two minutes less than the package instructions. Scoop out about 1-1/2 cups of the pasta water, then drain the pasta.
Buttery Lemon Pasta with Almonds and Arugula

CISD Athletic Director Chris Koetting

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Charlie Mann proudly introduced Chris Koetting, CISD athletic director, and two of his players, Trace Mitchell and Tripp Mills. Koetting began his program by praising his coaching staff and players. He said this year was one of the most enjoyable.
CISD Athletic Director, Tripp Mills, Trace Mitchell, and Rotarian Charlie Mann
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