Lifestyles
Tough times lead to apocalyptic chatter
Are we doomed? Prophecies about the end of the world have been debated by scholars, theologians and religious leaders for a long time. But it’s not just them.
Nov 21, 2009 | 12:15 am | Loading…
Bob Lamb: Fewer sightings, fewer deer as gun opener nears
I have mixed emotions about the Wisconsin gun-deer hunting season opener that is less than two days away.
Nov 19, 2009 | 12:00 am | Loading…
Outdoors calendar
WEDNESDAY, DEC. 9: Wisconsin DNR snowmobile safety education class at 7 p.m. at Viroqua Fire Station in Viroqua; call Gene Bay at (608) 606-0972.
Nov 18, 2009 | 8:55 pm | Loading…
Lunar tables
This table, supplied by the U.S. Naval Observatory, lists the best fishing times and days. For best results, begin fishing one hour before and continue one hour after the times provided.
Nov 18, 2009 | 8:55 pm | Loading…
Area Report: Many shift focus to deer hunting and away from the water
Nov 18, 2009 | 8:50 pm | Loading…
Nominees sought for hunter ethics award
Ethics are essential to safe and successful hunting.
Nov 18, 2009 | 8:50 pm | Loading…
Cooking a turkey that's still frozen
The Thanksgiving holiday soon will be here, with many families
Nov 18, 2009 | 3:50 pm | Loading…
Experts: It usually takes several times trying to quit to become a nonsmoker
George Huber tried to quit smoking cigarettes more than a dozen times during the past 40 years.
Nov 18, 2009 | 1:00 am | Loading…
Laughter really might be the best medicine
Deb Olson knows we don’t laugh enough.
Nov 18, 2009 | 12:45 am | Loading…
5 things you should know about adding flaxseed to a child’s diet
1. Flaxseed and other omega-3 fatty acids (fish, fish oil and nuts) have been shown to benefit our health. In children, research has shows flaxseed can improve attention span, enhance memory and increase calm behavior. 2. Start adding flaxseed with a small amount. For adult…
Nov 18, 2009 | 12:30 am | Loading…
Heavy backpacks, bags common cause of injuries
Health care professionals often see patients for injuries to the shoulder area, neck and back from carrying bags that are too heavy or too large.
Nov 18, 2009 | 12:15 am | Loading…
No need to get fancy to get good turkey meat
Deep-frying. Wood-smoking. Sous vide. The mind-numbing number of suggestions for mining flavor from the typically unforgiving Thanksgiving bird have proliferated in recent years.
Nov 15, 2009 | 12:15 am | Loading…
Twice-Baked Chive Potatoes
Mashed potatoes and baked potatoes together in one bite. If you'd rather, substitute your favorite mashed potatoes for the filling in this recipe. These potatoes also can be done ahead of time, then reheated in a moderate oven.
Nov 15, 2009 | 12:15 am | Loading…
Green Beans with Hazelnuts and Gorgonzola
Green beans are a tradition at many Thanksgiving tables, so many grocers price them competitively during the holidays. Here they are given a sophisticated twist with butter-toasted hazelnuts and melted Gorgonzola cheese. If you like, substitute any blue cheese you like.
Nov 15, 2009 | 12:15 am | Loading…
Whole-wheat stuffing
Serving a healthy Thanksgiving dinner doesn't have to mean giving up that pumpkin pie or those buttery sweet potatoes. But it does involve making some trade-offs.
Nov 15, 2009 | 12:15 am | Loading…
Cranberry Pear Frangipani Pie
This beautiful pie gets a red hue from the cranberry sauce folded into the almond paste filling. Almond paste, which is distinct from marzipan, can be found in the grocer's baking aisle. ``Frangipani'' is the name of the cream-style filling made from the almond paste.
Nov 15, 2009 | 12:15 am | Loading…
Reader Exchange: Soup recipes wanted
It seems I spoke too soon when I said this week should do it for the casseroles. They just keep coming!
Nov 15, 2009 | 12:10 am | Loading…
Wine of the Week: Dancing Bull Zinfandel 2006
This entry-level zinfandel is part of the Rancho Zabaco family of wines from California winemaker Eric Cinnamon.
Nov 15, 2009 | 12:10 am | Loading…
John Rosemond: 16-year-olds shouldn't be driving
My oldest grandson, not yet 15, is already taking driver's education.
Nov 15, 2009 | 12:05 am | Loading…
The Bookworm: ‘Eating History' is deliciously different
The turkey's sitting in the freezer, waiting for you to thaw it out.
Nov 15, 2009 | 12:05 am | Loading…
