Kent Wolgamott: Schadenfreude is sweet when right teams lose

We all have hated rivals, and the feelings often start when we're kids. Here's how I learned to hate the Celtics, the Fighting Irish and the Mules.

Nov 25, 2009 | 11:40 pm | Loading…

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Holiday Hits: Lose the attitude

Every day through Dec. 24, the Journal Star features sections will offer tips, information and other guidance to help you get through the holiday season.

Nov 25, 2009 | 11:35 pm | Loading…

Celebrate National Leftovers Day Friday with ... leftovers

After 24 hours of Thanksgiving reruns, you'll be ready for something new to do with the turkey, stuffing and mashed potatoes.

Nov 24, 2009 | 11:45 pm | Loading…

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Seasoned to Taste: Lemongrass-Ginger Turkey and Rice Soup

Try this twist on turkey soup and you'll be thankful for leftovers.

Nov 24, 2009 | 11:15 pm | Loading…

Homefront: Carrots and parsnips combine for an easy, seasonal soup

Trying to eat light before the Thanksgiving feast, I was on the prowl for a fresh and healthful soup.

Nov 24, 2009 | 2:45 pm | Loading…

Hoilday Hits: Black Friday tips

Every day through Dec. 24, the Journal Star features sections will offer tips, information and other guidance to help you get through the holiday season. Today: How to get through big Black Friday crowds.

Nov 23, 2009 | 2:30 pm | Loading…

Homefront: Load up on dishwasher etiquette

If you are visiting someone's home for Thanksgiving, should you offer to load the dishes?

Nov 23, 2009 | 10:15 am | Loading…

Nebraska couple sells, develops products meant to inspire creativity in children

On his 10th birthday, Adam Carson received a box of Geomags - magnetic rods and spheres that can be constructed into buildings, cars, monsters and more.

Nov 22, 2009 | 11:40 pm | Loading…

Some of the season's hottest and unique toys

When it comes to toys this holiday season, the motto could be: You snooze, you lose.

Nov 22, 2009 | 11:35 pm | Loading…

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It’s time to talk turkey about Thanksgiving traditions

In honor of this week’s festivities, we take a look at the traditions of the holiday and separate fact from fiction on everything from history to football and more.

Nov 21, 2009 | 11:50 pm | Loading…

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Holiday home decorations: Mix traditions, colors and textures

Americans decorate for the holidays in a big way — spending an estimated $15 billion a year on new holiday decorations for homes and businesses. Most of us are not going to transform our homes into a winter wonderland, but almost all of us will put up a few decorations during the holiday season.

Nov 21, 2009 | 11:45 pm | Loading…

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Steve Batie: Handy just got too easy

Nov 21, 2009 | 11:35 pm | Loading…

Relax for a day of turkey, TV, movies and games

Here’s your Thanksgiving Day entertainment guide.

Nov 21, 2009 | 11:20 pm | Loading…

Lorene Bartos: Save stained items with proper treatment

Stains can be a major disaster if not treated immediately using the right products and process. Whether it be the table linens or a special holiday outfit, there are ways to save the item.

Nov 21, 2009 | 11:15 pm | Loading…

Southwood Lutheran practices the art of the craft fair

Donna Stoll saw the announcement in the church bulletin.

Nov 20, 2009 | 11:45 pm | Loading…

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Count down to Christmas with homemade advent calendar

Chain calendar adds a crafty aspect back to the holiday season.

Nov 20, 2009 | 11:30 pm | Loading…

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As Oprah announces show's end, some of its most notable moments

Oprah Winfrey will end her talk show in 2011 and is expected to start a new talk show on The Oprah Winfrey Network.

Nov 20, 2009 | 12:00 pm | Loading…

Families calendar, 11/19

Gere Branch Library hosts a Teen Read Week Movie Party, 12:30 to 5:30 p.m. Saturday. The event is open to all ages, however children under 12 should be accompanied by a parent. Participants are invited to dress as their favorite out-of-this-world character, and c…

Nov 19, 2009 | 9:45 pm | Loading…

As video games come and go, Mario endures

Nearly 30 years after debuting in 'Donkey Kong' as Jumpman, Mario continues to pop up in video games, including the newly released 'The Super Marios Bros. Wii.'

Nov 19, 2009 | 5:25 pm | Loading…

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Home economists advise making a gift list

Nebraska home economists say that setting a holiday gift-giving budget could help financially strapped individuals and families weather the season.

Nov 19, 2009 | 10:40 am | Loading…

Hokey Smoke! 'Rocky & Bullwinkle' mark 50 years

The clever and topical cartoon debuted on ABC on Nov. 19, 1959.

Nov 18, 2009 | 11:45 pm | Loading…

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We want to hear your board game tales

Tell us about your family traditions for playing games over the holidays.

Nov 18, 2009 | 11:30 pm | Loading…

Homefront: How to tackle a butternut squash

The work is worth it for this tasty fall crop.

Nov 18, 2009 | 12:15 pm | Loading…

Study: Lincoln is the second-strangest city

An analysis of our news stories shows we rank right up there in strangeness with New York City and Florida.

Nov 18, 2009 | 11:10 am | Loading…