REARDAN, Wash. (AP) ‘ Mom-and-pop service stations are running into a problem as gasoline marches toward $4 a gallon: Thousands of old-fashioned pumps can’t register more than $3.99 on their spinning mechanical dials. The pumps, throwbacks to a bygone era on the American road, are difficult and expensive to upgrade, and replacing them is often…

LAS VEGAS (AP) ‘ After wrapping up a successful concert tour, you’d think Reba McEntire would want to take some time off to relax. Instead, the tireless country star is preparing for her 10th turn as host of the Academy of Country Music Awards this weekend. Over the years, she says she’s gained more ease…

BERLIN (AP) ‘ Sarah Jessica Parker says she’s not a slave to fashion like her “Sex and the City” character Carrie Bradshaw. “I am a mother, wife and working woman in the first place, clothes do not play such a big role in my life than they do in Carrie’s,” the 43-year-old actress told The…

By Gary Clothier WILLIAMS Q: About a dozen years ago, my husband and I saw Vanessa Williams in a musical on Broadway. Neither of us can recall the name of the show. All I remember is that she danced in a giant cage, dressed in a costume of yellow feathers. Also, what year was it?…

All My Children Greenlee was overjoyed when Aidan said he wants her more than having children, but her world came crashing down when Jack inadvertently blurted out that Aidan slept with Kendall. With longtime friend Greg Nelson at their side, Jesse and Angie exchanged their marriage vows. Angie soon faced danger after walking in on…

Middle Tennessee native Charles Joel Rogers, 82, was born Sept. 6, 1925 and died Feb. 23, 2008. Mr. Rogers was a lifelong resident of Middle Tennessee. He served his country as a U.S. Marine during World War II and Korea. He is survived by a son, Gordon Rogers of Nashville; and grandchildren Hunter and Logann.…

What readers are saying about new pool admission fees of $8 for residents who live outside of McMinnville city limits: ‘Mr. Rutherford still isn’t playing fair with the taxpayers’ dollars. I am a self-employed business owner with my business being on Sparta Street. I also live in the county. Not only do I pay county…

Letters to the Editor TO THE EDITOR: As a taxpaying citizen of Warren County and the city of McMinnville, I feel compelled to respond to the articles by Lisa Hobbs and James Clark in Friday’s issue of the Standard. First, my wife and I pay Warren County taxes amounting to $160 more than our city…

‘I’m not sure I want popular opinion on my side ‘ I’ve noticed those with the most opinions often have the fewest facts.’ ‘ Bethania McKenstry ‘To get something done, a committee should consist of no more than three men, two of whom are absent.’ ‘ Robert Copeland ‘A verbal contract isn’t worth the paper…

By JAMES CLARK If you recall, it was two months ago I told you about our local Superior Walls plant getting to appear on the season finale of ‘Extreme Makeover.’ The day has finally arrived and that special two-hour finale takes place tonight from 6 to 8 p.m. on ABC. ‘I’ve never been a part…