John Mueller’s “Winter Dance Party” will take the stage at the McPherson Opera House on Friday, November 4 at 7:30 p.m. “Winter Dance Party” is the official live and authentic re-creation of Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens and the Big Bopper’s final tour and the only show endorsed by the Holly, Valens and Richardson estates.
Dear Amy: After nearly 40 years, I recently caught up with an old college friend. It’s been nice to reconnect but I’m finding the friendship exhausting.
DEAR DR. ROACH: I recently had a health scare about my prostate, but fortunately, I was able to get it treated successfully. Because of my close call (I was diagnosed with a moderately aggressive prostate cancer and was apparently cured by surgery), I encourage my male friends to seek medical advice for prostate issues. But one friend seems cynical and reluctant to seek medical advice. Without being too pushy, how do I convince him it’s in his own best interest to see a doctor? -- A.M.
The 2022 Fall Raymer Society Consignment Art Auction will be held Saturday, Oct. 29 at 11 a.m.
Don’t miss local Lindsborg band Old Man Lingonberry at “Music by the Mill” on Saturday, Oct. 22 from 4-6 p.m.
Q: My doctor is recommending that I take a blood thinner to reduce my risk of a stroke, because I have mild A-Fib. I already take aspirin. Why do I need to add another medication? -- Stan F., Baltimore A: I can’t speak to your particular situation without more information. But I can tell you a bit about the choices in blood thinners for managing risks such as stroke that are associated with atrial fibrillation.
DEAR DR. ROACH: I was confused by your column the other day, as well as the response regarding weight loss to a writer who is losing height due to aging and/or osteoporosis.
As per tradition at Central Christian College of Kansas, the first weekend of October was their Homecoming. The events this year included alumni Basketball, Volleyball, and Soccer games, class reunions, the Homecoming Court Coronation, and Late Night Madness.
The McPherson College Theatre Department opens its season with performances of the musical “Bright Star” on October 13-15 at 7:30 p.m. in Brown Auditorium.
DEAR DR. ROACH: I’m 72, and I have had arthritis for three years: two years in both knees, one year in my right hip and the base of my spine. I am 5’3” and weigh 221 pounds, with a body mass index (BMI) of 39. I lost 23 pounds from January to June.