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Downton Abbey Episode 7: Uncovered Secrets, Accepted Proposal, Shunned Lovers

This is a recap. There are major spoilers here.  We begin at the train station, where Rosamund has arrived, summoned by the crisis with Edith. Violet meets her, and they discuss what they’re going to do, Violet deciding that they… Continue Reading

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Matt’s Chats with Mike Cullen: Neighbor to the North

Meet my friend Mike Cullen, a neighbor to the north in Ottawa Canada.  He’s a multi-talented go-getter with drive and pluck and a rather astonishing ability to write a new novel every year.  Seriously, every year.  If I wrote a… Continue Reading

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Open Enrollment Ended Feb. 15

Feb. 15, 2015 was the last day for open enrollment for individual health insurance. As the Southwest Airlines agent will say when giving instructions for the use of a seatbelt, “If you have been living in a cave, you might… Continue Reading

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Mistress of the Mix: DOUCHE CANOE

Imma just gonna come right out and say it. Kanye West is a straight up douche canoe. Some of you may take offense with my choice of words, comparing one of our country’s lamest excuses for celebrity status to a… Continue Reading

Chinese New Year to be Celebrated in Weaverville February 28

On Saturday, February 28, Weaverville recalls its Chinese heritage with a Lion Dance performed by local youth on the grounds of the Weaverville Joss House State Park to celebrate the Chinese New Year, accompanied by drums and firecrackers.  Chinese tea… Continue Reading

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Linden Canyon Clean-up Scheduled for February 15

Based on the ongoing community outcry, on Sunday, February 15, 2015, the Redding Police Department, Shasta County Sheriff’s Office Work Release Program, and neighborhood volunteers will join together to conduct an all-day clean-up on the transient camps, dump sites, and… Continue Reading

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Easy Steps to Design a Romantic Bedroom

As an interior redesigner, I am called upon to help clients who feel in a rut with their home interiors. Clients often say that they don’t feel comfortable in their spaces, and may even feel embarrassed to have people over.… Continue Reading