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Knox County Hospital District Recognizes EMS Week

Thursday, May 21, 2026

Body District joins communities across the nation in recognizing National EMS Week, May 17-23, and honoring the emergency medical services professionals who provide lifesaving care when every second matters.

WITH A PASTA MACHINE, I have used this lasagna recipe for years, tweaking it from time to time. | ANGELINA LaRUE PHOTO

Ya gotta love lasagna

Angelina L

Thursday, May 21, 2026

Body I’ve tried my hand at making pasta dough—nothing complicated, just a very basic dough recipe, rolling it out paper-thin and cutting it into squares to make ravioli—sometimes with success, sometimes not.

FAMILY FAVORITE Chicken Tinga tacos is one dish I will always drop everything and make for my own son. Enjoy food made fresh! | ANGELINA LaRUE PHOTO

Family, food and memories

Angelina L

Thursday, May 14, 2026

Body CUISINE & CULTURE | ANGELINA@ANGELINALARUE.COMMore than a few years ago, I recall driving down the road with my 18-yearold son sitting in the front passenger seat. This had been a rare occasion since the day he acquired his own driver’s license.

MAKE AHEAD Classic macaroni salad tends to get better the next day so make it ahead of time to free you up while your family is dealing with the barbecue. | ANGELINA LaRUE PHOTO

Classic macaroni salad a best-bet side for BBQ

Angelina L

Thursday, April 30, 2026

Body CUISINE & CULTURE | ANGELINA@ANGELINALARUE.COMSome may argue the meat is the star of the show when it comes to barbecueing. It may very well be, but it would never be as good without the supporting side dishes.

KNOT SURE about making your own pretzels? Mix up a batch or two and you’ll soon be a pretzel pro! | ANGELINA LaRUE PHOTO

Soft pretzels–made in your own kitchen

News Staff

Wednesday, April 22, 2026

Body Who can possibly resist the aroma of freshly baked soft pretzels? We can rush through an airport to make our next flight and suddenly stop in our tracks by the enticing smell coming from a seemingly innocent pretzel stand.

Does your wagon need fixing?

Hanaba Munn Welch

Thursday, April 16, 2026

Body If somebody tells you they’re going to fix your wagon, that’s not good. Not unless your wagon is broken and needs fixing. Mine is and does. What’s more it’s my little red wagon.

Spring into tasty pasta

Angelina L

Thursday, April 16, 2026

Body This creamy pasta salad will remind you it’s springtime with every bite. Shell pasta with green peas and fresh asparagus are the perfect pairing with a light creamy dressing that will go great with all your warm-weather meals.

Lemon jewels perfect for spring celebration

Angelina L

Thursday, March 19, 2026

Body CUISINE & CULTURE | ANGELINA@ANGELINALARUE.COM210 E D St., Munday, TX 76371 940-422-5271Miniature desserts are often the way to go for special occasions when you have people coming and going. They are easy to walk around with or grab as you go by the table – very transportable.

FOR ST. PAT’S Enjoy this Shepherd’s Pie recipe just in time for St. Patrick’s Day. | ANGELINA LA RUE PHOTO

Corned beef–and–cabbage shepherd’s pie

News Staff

Thursday, March 12, 2026

Body I love the traditional ingredients in shepherd’s pie. However, adapting the method for making this European entrée using corned beef and cabbage instead gives it a whole new flavor profile, and just in time for St. Patrick’s Day.

Catch that hippie vibe

News Staff

Thursday, March 12, 2026

Body Get ready for the mystical hippies.A Facebook post first alerted me to the trend. Here it is: “Hey y’all I’m newish to the area and looking to change my whole vibe and wardrobe. I’m looking for a mystical hippie vibe type wardrobe.

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