December 2021

SHADOW SEARCHING

A trio of Chilean flamingos are reflected in their exhibit's pool as they search for food Friday at Lee Richardson Zoo. The zoo will be closed on Saturday, Jan. 1, to observe New Year's Day. BRAD NADING/GARDEN CITY TELEGRAM

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Fire up the flavor

Try this super simple but deliciously creamy and tangy make-ahead Cranberry Jalapeño Cream Cheese Dip. It’s the perfect New Year’s Eve appetizer to serve your family and friends or take to a party. You won’t believe how good this dip is. I can’t help myself from grabbing a spoonful every time I walk by the refrigerator; it’s that good! h You might be skeptical and wonder how tart fresh cranberries and spicy jalapeños can work together, but trust me, they do. Once you add the cream cheese, you will become a believer! You might even want to stock up on cranberries and store them in the freezer so you can make this delicious dish all year long.

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NATION & WORLD WATCH

North Dakota man convicted of killing 4 gets life in prison MANDAN, N.D. – Chad Isaak, 47, who was convicted of killing four people in what authorities say was one of the most gruesome crimes in North Dakota history, was sentenced Tuesday to four consecutive life prison terms without the possibility of parole.

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Thomas D. Taylor

DODGE CITY - Thomas D. Taylor, 88, passed away on December 24, 2021 in Dodge City, Kansas. Tom was born July 21, 1933, on the family farm in Stafford County Kansas. His parents were Jesse (Jack) and Opal Taylor. He was the youngest of four siblings, with an older sister Virginia and brothers Roger and Daniel.

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Linda Gonzales

FORT WORTH, TX - Linda Gonzales of Fort Worth, TX passed away on Dec 20, 2021. She was born in Atwood, KS on Dec 27,1954 She was married to Richard Gonzales of Leoti, KS who passed away on Jan 7, 2015 She has one surviving Sister Ninta Martinez of San Angelo, TX She has one daugh She has one daughter Melissa Dart and 3 grandchildren Evan, Brandon, Caylee Dart of Fort Worth, TX Funeral Arrangements will be made at a later date.

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