One Woman Play Asking For It Returns to LCCC
Joanna Rush brings her autobiographical one woman show Asking for It back to Lorain County Community College Stocker Arts Center for two performances. The comedy drama explores religion sexuality and coming of age as Bernadette OConnell journeys from a religious teen to adulthood and a Rockette dream interrupted by rape. Rush notes the piece blends heavy subject matter with humor and aims to reach audiences over age 13. Showtimes are 7 30 p m Friday and Saturday with $15 tickets and half price early sale at 6 p m each night. For more information call (800) 995 5222 or visit the Stocker Arts Center site.
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Elyria
Murphy family contend Brittany died of natural causes
Brittany Murphy's mother Sharon Murphy and husband Simon Monjack say drugs or an eating disorder did not kill her. They await the coroner's ruling as to whether prescription medicine contributed to her Dec. 20 death at 32. Monjack notes some meds were his.
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Sharon Murphy
Simon Monjack
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Hollywood Hills
Plus size love stories in Dear Abby letters
Readers share supportive notes praising plus size women and affirming confident self acceptance. Letters from Michelle in Michigan and others recount finding love despite size, with advice that happiness comes from self confidence and pursuing relationships beyond body type.
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Abby
Brian
Wisconsin
Aunt calls strain family ties and boundaries
The reader seeks help to stop relentless phone calls from a troubled aunt who abuses verbally while continuing a close family bond. Amy advises setting firm boundaries, then screening calls and limiting contact as needed. A separate letter discusses marital unhappiness and therapy to map a future, while another questions celebrating a 1968 anniversary after remarriage.
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Amy
Wii Fit and gear guide shape Newport News home workouts
Mark Palamarchuck from Newport News Parks and Recreation highlights Wii Fit and Wii Fit Plus as starter options with no extra cost via cable TV. Health experts suggest choosing equipment that fits you, with Vision Fitness bikes and ellipticals priced $500 to $900, and emphasize matching workouts to your goals and enjoyment.
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Palamarchuck
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Take Charge Personal Fitness
Barb Lito
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