January 2023

Speaking French

with John Allen French, Star Herald Editor I’ve had years of teasing about my red hair, but I definitely think it toughened me up. If you’re ginger, you end up pretty quick-witted -Ed Sheeran There’s a lore out there that declares redheads have terrible tempers.

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Around the Kitchen Table with Nanny

Bring consommé to a boil; add rice. Cover and cook over low heat for about 25 minutes or until liquid is absorbed, Sauté green pepper, onion, mushrooms and pepperoni in oil in a saucepan. Add tomatoes and salt; simmer, uncovered for 20 minutes. stir rice into tomato mixture, Place half the mixture in a 6 1/2 by 2-inch baking dish. Sprinkle half the cheese. Repeat layers. Bake in a preheated 350-degree oven for 20 minutes until bubbly. Yield: 4-6 servings.

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State Capitol Week in Review

From LITTLE ROCK – School choice, prison expansion and tax cuts are expected to be the highlights of the 2023 regular legislative session that convenes on Monday, January 9. Also on the agenda will be legislation to improve the reading skills of elementary school students.

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Jeremy Wooldridge

The 94th General Assembly will convene at noon on Monday, January 9. The House will have 26 new members taking the oath of office and 74 returning members.

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Gospel Talent Inspires from the Ford Room Stage Jan 19

Two gospel singers you never heard of will be performing at the Ford Room at 7 p.m. on Jan. 19 , doors opening at 6 p.m. for browsing and buffet grazing. That you’ve never heard of these singers must not keep you away from the event because these gospel singers have credentials you’ll appreciate. By the way, you’ve heard them sing and when that first phrase of melody caresses your ears, you’ll remember, but you probably don’t remember their names.

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