Holiday season in-law trouble and late invitations
A reader seeks advice on being excluded from a Christmas family gathering. Amy advises that as a non host, repeated requests won’t shift others plans, suggests offering to host one year, and notes social dynamics where in-laws may feel blocked, urging acceptance and selective involvement.
Vinegar tames ghost ants at home say HeLOISE
Dear Heloise shares a safe nontoxic home fix using vinegar to block ghost ants entering under sliding doors. The reader notes monthly spraying ends the nuisance and promotes inexpensive, readily available solution steps and a request for more vinegar uses.
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Ant solution for kitchen cleaning tips from readers
Readers share practical pest and daily hacks including pouring boiling water with lemon into ant mounds and using a 50 50 vinegar and water spray to erase scent trails. Advice stresses clean dry surfaces and avoiding food residues to deter ants. Readership notes productivity tips and life hacks from Heloise and others.
Kansas Weather Hotline Information
Local weather update line details for Kansas residents includes hotline number 800 585 7623 and 511 option. Online resources at 511 ksdot org provided by the Kansas Highway Patrol.
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Community events highlight Ottawa Williamsburg schedule
Public Bingo at VFW Post 5901 in Ottawa begins at 7 p.m. on Tuesday. Hebrew and Greek presentation at New Life Church in Ottawa at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday. Arm Chair Aero bics meets 1 p.m. at Cedar Square Apartments in Ottawa. Free Community Breakfast at Homewood Community Bible Church in Williamsburg starts 7 a.m. Friday and continues Saturday.
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Ottawa Herald Event Listing Appeal Contact Details
The Ottawa Herald invites readers to contact Taylor Feuerborn for calendar event pricing. This brief note requests submissions of events and provides the point of contact for pricing information.
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