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Remote working vs. in-office working

Remote working has been associated with a greater work-life balance since the start of the pandemic more than two years ago, but a recent survey suggests that perception may be misleading.

ORGANIZATIONS

Alcoa retirees to meet June 9 in Thorndale Rockdale Alcoa Retirees will hold a meeting on Thursday, June 9 at 5 p.m. at the Thorndale Veteran’s Memorial Hall. The business meeting begins at 5:45 and then the election for officers. Meals will be $15.

GAUSE NEWS

Here we are with another dreary Monday. Hopefully it will get better during the day. I like sunshine. And, I’m sure, those planning vacation trips want their idea of perfect weather for their trips. Kristi is able to work in the beauty shop.
Shrimp recipes, warm and cold

Shrimp recipes, warm and cold

Shrimp recipes, warm and cold

Here’s a delicious summertime dish to make for your family. Garlic, lemon juice and zest and red pepper flakes make this one a favorite.
Memorial Day

Memorial Day

Memorial Day

What is Memorial Day? First, a little history behind it. On May 5, 1868, Maj. Gen. John A. Logan declared that May 30th will be celebrated as Decoration Day. This was set up as a day for Americans to decorate the graves of our war dead.
Things they don’t tell you at graduation

Things they don’t tell you at graduation

Things they don’t tell you at graduation

(Here’s a timely goody from former editor Mike Brown from 2008.) Graduation speeches tend to be similar, and for a good reason. All speakers must tell the new graduates they are the future and they can be anything they want to be. That’s all true and fine and good.

Looking back... Through The Reporter Files

100 YEARS AGO… Miss Flora Sharp graciously entertained the Matinee Musical Club with a beautiful springtime party. A splendid musical program was well rendered. In the musical game played, Miss Louise Hale was awarded two handmade handkerchiefs.

Library hosts Dr. Pruett on June 3rd

On Friday, June 3, from 2 to 3:30 p.m. at the Lucy Hill Patterson Memorial Library, Dr. John Pruett will present the 18-minute El Camino Real de los Tejas National Historic Trail YouTube video, followed by a question-and-answer period.

MELBA SALAD

A refreshing salad with a raspberry vinaigrette and some other goodies in Kyle’s Kitchen, 6A.