Monthly Archives: December 2007

Didja know Bob collects this stuff? Well, it's simple for another Didja column. It's the eighth one, so I'm running out of Didjas. You editors should be happy about that! Didja know that a fox shouldn't be used for guarding the chicken coop? x x x Didja know that men … Read Article →

Letters Celebrate Vermillion To the editor: Area residents and families are invited to plan now to attend the annual Celebrate Vermillion New Year's Eve festivities at the DakotaDome on Monday, Dec. 31 from 7:30 p.m. to midnight. This event provides a smoke- and alcohol-free environment with activities for toddlers through … Read Article →

Learning to play piano presents new brand of happiness When my friends, family and even complete strangers learn that I am taking piano lessons, their responses are mixed. Well, it's never too late, one guy belted with a belittling laugh. Really? a co-worker remarked with a disbelieving giggle. You are? … Read Article →

Protecting the nation's food supply The U.S. Food and Drug Administration takes very seriously its responsibility for ensuring the safety and defense of America's food supply as part of our mission to protect the public health. It is a huge job. FDA, which is responsible for the safety of everything … Read Article →

Actions speak louder than words Actions speak louder than words. This is an adage we're all familiar with; a saying we all have heard since childhood. It's so universally accepted because it sets forth a general truth and has gained credit through long use. It's too bad that the core … Read Article →