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tschram

  • Joined: August 30, 2022
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The 2022 Parade of Lights

In September, it was announced that there won’t be the annual McPherson Parade of Lights this year due to unforeseen circumstances, according to a Facebook post from the team who runs the parade. Last Friday, McPherson County KS Sheriff ’s Office posted on Facebook that McPherson Law Enforcement will host a parade of lights on Dec.

LITTLE RIVER BOYS/GIRLS THROTTLE LINCOLN IN SEASON OPENERS

LITTLE RIVER – With both the Little River boys and girls basketball teams planning on being at the state tournaments in March, they both made huge statements in their season openers on Friday when hosting Lincoln as the two teams won by margins of 51 and 47 points.

Caleb Quinn Newberry

Caleb Quinn Newberry, 20, of McPherson, KS, died on December 1, 2022, at Hospice House, Hutchinson. Funeral arrangements are with Stockham Family Funeral Home, McPherson.

Murder Mystery at the Casual Corner Tearoom

Casual Corner Tearoom, inside the Main Street Galleria, in Lindsborg is preparing for a season of mysteries in addition to the regular lunch, Swedish pastries, and Historical Fist person performances. Owner, Irene Nielsen, shared extended plans for events during the holidays and into 2023.

Breathing to better mental health; processed food addictions

Q: I’ve heard that there are some breathing exercises that can help me control my anxiety. How does that work exactly? -- Olivia F., Richmond, Virginia A: That’s a great question! There are a couple of new studies out that show how powerfully breathing affects brain function, including mood and emotions. One published in Psychological Review found that brain rhythms are closely tied to the rhythm of your breathing and how you breathe affects emotions, attention, and how you process the outside world. The researchers also observed that you are more sensitive to the outside world when you breathe in deeply and you tune out the outside world when exhaling.

COVID vaccine unrelated to sudden loss of hearing

DEAR DR. ROACH: My friend lost hearing in one of her ears af ter a vertigo and dizziness spell a few months ago, when she also noted tinnitus. Her hearing issues have not resolved, unfortunately. Given some anecdotal reports of issues like this happening after receiving a COVID vaccine, she is wondering whether to get the new booster or not. She wants to, but losing hearing in her other ear would be devastating. Her doctors haven’t had real answers. Any thoughts on the issue or on who to contact for a more educated answer? -- K.L.R.