"He is going to paint it white, so that it won’t irritate the neighbors," said Dunn.

The establishment, formerly known as Rafters located at 8764 County Lane 118, was painted pink in February with silhouettes of nude women and was originally set to open as an adult cabaret. Fantasy Island, did open, but not under the strict guidelines of adult cabarets, instead as a club with dancers wearing bikini’s and no alcohol served.

Dunn also reported that video cameras in the County Jail are needed for proof and evidence of situations taking place in the jail.

"Its extremely critical we get that equipment," said Dunn. "Currently we have to conduct interviews, and before we’re done, we have a lawsuit coming at us."

In other business, Eastern District County Commissioner Jim Honey announced that the plaster, painting and the installation of new chandelier light fixtures in the Carthage Courthouse should be done within the next two months.

"The Courthouse Preservation Committee is still seeking donations," said Honey. "The project should be able to be completed with donation money."

Commissioner Chuck Surface stated that there are nine new light fixtures to be installed on the main floor of the courthouse.

"We’ll have a grand reopening," said Surface. "So hopefully people will come and see how beautiful it is."

Abstracts & Still Life, Now-April 9.

By Lee Sours, artCentral

An artists’ reception was held last Friday evening for Joe Leiter and Bobby Williams. People in attendance were from Carthage, Joplin, Golden City, Springfield and Grove. Their artwork consists of still life, abstract, and nude paintings. This display will continue through April 9.

Then in April, artCentral has a lot of things planned. The exhibit will change at Shellie’s. The Ozarks paintings of Judy Maurer will come down and the color photography of Koral Martin will go up.

The "Art of Discovery" poster contest for kids ages 8-14 will be taking place. The delivery date for any entries is April 7. Call 358-4404 for an entry form. There is no entry fee and the winner gets a tuition paid day at our artCamp held in July.

The shows at artCentral’s Hyde House galleries in April should be great! We’ll have the wildlife watercolors and taxidermy of Kevin Guinn of Sarcoxie, MO in the Main Gallery. In the upstairs gallery, you’ll be able to see the work of the young artist poster contestants.

The first weekend of June is the Workshop Weekend. Classes in stone carving, blacksmithing and wheel thrown pottery are being offered to those of age 17 and older. We always have a wonderful time with the classes, cookout and live music. Call artCentral if you would like to receive a registration form. Class sizes are limited.

HOURS: T – F 11 - 5

Sunday 12 -5 • Closed Mon. and Sat.

1110 E 13th • 358-4404

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I was always under the impression that elections were held on the second Tuesday of the month. And I was right, some of the time. The actual settin’ of election day is the first Tuesday after the first Monday. This year, the way the calendar falls, the elections will be held on the first Tuesday in April, August, and November.

Those dates are for the City and School Board election in April (the 6th), the primary in August (the 3rd), and the general election in November (the 2nd).

I haven’t looked ahead to next year, but I’m now able to accurately calculate the dates for elections (unless they change the law).

The only time an election could be held on the second Tuesday is if the first fell on a Tuesday. That explains that.

This is some fact, but mostly,

Just Jake Talkin’.

by

Oak Street health & herb

Natural Nutrition

by Mari An Willis

Chromium Picolinate-helps maintain healthy glucose levels and raise your metabolism helping utilize the energy from food rather than store it as fat. It also assists the body in building muscle and has been researched as an aid in treating diabetes, high cholesterol, hypoglycemia and obisity.

Iodine is a mineral which is beneficial for proper thyroid function.

Green Tea provides immune enhancement, works as an antioxidant, may help in controlling cholesterol levels and gives added energy.

Siberian Ginseng is a "tonic" herb. It has been known to stabilize blood sugar levels, helps to relieve stress by nourishing the nervous system and may aid in mental alertness. Fo-Ti is also a tonic herb which many have siad increases stamina.

Also among the tonic herbs would be Astragalus.

Spirulina contains cencentrations of nutrients from the sea. It is full of trace minerals and even some protein. It has been known to nourish as well as reduce the appetite.

Licorice root is a blood purifier and supports adrenal function.

Take the time to smell the flowers!!!!

Ref: Today’s Herbal Health, Louise Tenney
* This article is meant for informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for medical advice. References available by request. These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA.