BY DAKOTA TINNEY The winter dance is coming fast and everyone’s getting jumpy! All the girls are anxious to be asked and all the guys are nervous to even approach. The point is get over it, and get out there! Girls can’t wait forever and you guys don’t want to end up asking too late.…

Baby Girl Hevana Storm Fults, daughter of Jacqueline and Billy Fults, Jr. of Altamont, was born Oct. 23 at River Park Hospital. She weighed 8 pounds, 1 1/2 ounces. She is joined by sister, Cheyenne Rose Nolan. Her grandparents are Reba Sweeton of Beersheba Springs and Kathy Fults. Baby Girl Chelcey DeBoard and David Lanier…

The wedding ceremony of Lakeara Nichelle Griffith and Micheal Blaka Reynolds was solemnized in a beach ceremony in Panama City Beach, Fla. Mike Steakley officiated the 6 p.m. double ring ceremony. The bride is the daughter of Brent and Dawn Griffith. Her grandparents are Ralph and Joyce Griffith and Barbara and Jack Morris. She is…

The holidays are supposed to be a time of year when friends and family gather to enjoy each other’s company and reflect on their good fortune. However, for some, the holidays can be a time of anxiety, uncertainty and depression. The reasons for such feelings can vary greatly depending on the individual. For some, the…

Regardless of whether you’re looking for the perfect gift for someone special or just need to get your holiday shopping started, look no further. Featuring the works from over 30 area artists who specialize in unique handmade arts and crafts, the Annual Christmas Boutique at The Arts Center, is the place to shop for unique…

The Tony Award-winning Best Musical of 2005, ‘Monty Python’s Spamalot,’ will come to the Tennessee Performing Arts Center’s Jackson Hall, February 12-17 for eight performances only. The fun has already begun with a “Grail Sale” and video contest held earlier this month. Lovingly “ripped-off” from the internationally famous comedy team’s most popular motion picture, ‘Monty…

Not sure about sending food through the mail? Worried it may not arrive safely? It’s not as difficult as you may think. By following the guidelines listed here and using good packing technique, you can help your prized confection arrive safely. n Choose Foods Wisely. Send items that will travel well ‘ oatmeal, sugar or…

Family Features Anyone who’s received a care package knows the inherent appeal of the concept. Just at the time when you need it most, you get a box filled with who-knows-what-kind of goodies, sent from someone who cares, to let you know they’re thinking of you. You can hardly wait to rip through the stuffing…

NEW YORK (AP) ‘ Missouri is No. 1 in The Associated Press Top 25 for the second time in school history. The Tigers have to be hoping this stay is longer than the first. Missouri became the fourth team this season ‘ joining Southern California, LSU and Ohio State ‘ to hold the top ranking,…

Rec Pts Pvs 1. Missouri (45) 11-1 1,604 3 2. West Virginia (20) 10-1 1,574 4 3. Ohio St. 11-1 1,469 5 4. Georgia 10-2 1,354 6 5. LSU 10-2 1,269 1 6. Virginia Tech 10-2 1,266 8 7. Kansas 11-1 1,217 2 8. Southern Cal 9-2 1,212 11 9. Oklahoma 10-2 1,191 10 10.…