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My Mom is the best Mom ...

In honor of Mothers Day, we asked kids about their moms. (2 comments)

Check it out: What do moms want for Mothers Day?

Lots of surveys tell us what moms want for  Mother’s Day. Of course, they probably haven’t surveyed you...

Family Calendar, May 9-15

This column lists events that are of interest to families. Information must be received at least two weeks before the even...

An excellent adventure with American Girl dolls

Read on: Julia tells of her trip to Chicago

Bedtime stories now available on children's iPods

Don Katz has a vision for the kids of America: He wants to take the technology that brings the Jonas Brothers to their ear...

Pregnancy bibles update bears fruit

Author also hopes to take advantage of moms-to-bes thirst for knowledge online

Hunt for a summer job could be tough for teens

Nebraska teenagers exptected to face stiff competition for jobs.

Spear a taste of spring

Asparagus is at its sweetest right now so try these recipes

Seasoned to Taste: Perfect Raisin Drop Cookies

Technology is a wonderful thing, when it works. But as recent sad experience has shown some of us, computer confidence can...

Recipe Box, 5/7

 I was wondering if anyone knows the recipe or knows where I can purchase the red sauce that USA Steak Buffet offers ...

Open Harvest to hold cooking classes

Learn about kombucha, world cheese and fresh spring salads.

What's new?: Dulce De Leche Roulade

What you see is what you get with new see-through packaging

Want something special for that special mother?

Visit the Web site for Zabars of New York City for edible treats.

Surprise mom with this easy frittata

Start mom's special day with this delicious dish.

Let the rain come down

Water runoff problems prompt homeowners to add landscaping or install drainage systems. (1 comment)

Now, moat is last-ditch try to keep dry

Barefoot on the cold concrete, me in underwear and my wife in a nightgown, we stand sleepily, shoulder to shoulder, as wat...

Steve Batie: Clay, what is it good for?

I hate clay. I’m not talking mild dislike here, or even disgust. I’m talking pure, unadulterated, deep-down,...

Lorene Bartos: 'Ultra' detergents benefit consumers

You may have noticed something smaller in the laundry detergent aisle lately. A number of liquid laundry detergent contain...

Don Janssen: Annuals or perennials for that flower bed?

Comparing annual and perennial flowers is a little like comparing apples and oranges. Each type of flower has its own char...

Local pastor's book gives directions for interpreting your life

Human beings are evolving, not just physically, but spiritually. Our spiritual evolution, the Rev. Carole Lunde belie... (3 comments)

A look at the Unity faith

In the mid-1880s, Charles and Myrtle Fillmore, who lived in Kansas City, attended a lecture by a medical doctor who beli...

Polish Catholic Church cracks down on copied sermons

WARSAW, Poland — There’s a new commandment for Polish priests: Thou shall not lift. The Roman Catholic Church ...

Values Briefs 5/3

Watch for runners! If you’re going to church tomorrow, be aware of the route of the Lincoln Marathon, which begins...

Values Notes 5/3

* Services Dedication of accessible entrance (west) and restrooms, Sunday, Northeast United Church of Christ, 6200 Adams...

The Tolle Way

Local participants find value in Oprah Winfrey's online class with Eckhart Tolle

Oprah Winfrey's Web class takes book promotion to a new level

Millions worldwide tap into online live class based on "A New Earth."