Variety spices up Southern Illinois grocery aisles
An informal survey of Carbondale Marion Herrin Benton and other area stores shows Southern Illinoisans favor staples like meat pork and bread but embrace variety in foods. College towns drive demand for peanut butter Asian and Italian items and ready meals while health trends push low salt and low cholesterol options. Prices remain the main factor in shopping decisions.
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Tim Landis
Carbondale
Kueper
George Trammell
Kroger East
Southern Illinois University-Carbondale
Trammell
Kroger
Siu
Somchi Thipkhosithkun
Thailand
Thipkhosithkun
Gualdoni
Floyd Glenn
Glenn
Herrin
Murphysboro
Benton
Alan Stewart
Benton Iga
James Jones Jr
Jim
Bill
Marion
Jones
Dear Ann column letters on child punishment and an older man
Three letters reactive to a reader’s concern about a mother diapering a bedwetting seven year old and potential abuse, plus guidance on an 18 year old sister dating a 35 year old father, and a warning to a brother about interfering in a young woman's romance. The editor urges reporting to a pediatrician and staying out of the couple’s business.
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Ann
Sheila
Romeo
Skin disorder institute tips and diet cancer study teaser
The International Institute for Skin Disorders promotes natural controls for skin diseases and offers contact details. A Japanese study links vegetable intake to lower cancer risk in men over 40, as cited in GEO February notes. Also notes on vapor barriers and vinyl wallcoverings for homes with DIY paperhanging tips from a Vermont school. Compiled by Liese Zebrun.
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International Institute For Skin Disorders
S. Allen St
State College
GEO Magazine
United States School of Professional
Dept. Bvb
Chaplin Ave
Rutland
Tax preparation trends and IRS filing tips outlined
More than 41 percent of returns were prepared by professionals. The IRS offers assistance, publications, and guidance to avoid errors. Highlights include Pub 17 and common mistakes such as missing Social Security numbers and misused phrases. The article notes widespread overwithholding and the marriage penalty effects on two earner couples.
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Internal Revenue Service
IRS
New Year's resolutions and keeping them
A USA Today survey finds almost two thirds of Americans make resolutions. Exercise and weight loss top the list, with family time and social life also prominent. Tips urge realistic goals, short lists, patience, and sharing plans with others to boost follow through.
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USA Today
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