Potatoes are healthy, nutritious

Potatoes get a bad rap as being unhealthy, but they are actually nutritious. It’s the way we cook them and what we add on top of them that make them unhealthy. Chicken Vesuvio is an Italian-American dish that comes from Chicago, and it could be a dish for company or a nice family meal.

BUSINESS OF THE MONTH

The Christian Information Book Store is the Rockdale Chamber of Commerce’s Business of the Month for January. On hand for the award were (L-R) Bobbie Cohen, owners Melissa and Alan Gardenhire, Pat and Charlie Watson and Michelle Ferguson of the Rockdale Chamber. The bookstore is located at 127 E.

GRAND OPENING

Milo Insulation held its grand opening last Thursday with the Rockdale Chamber of Commerce. From L-R are Rebecca King, Michael Munez, Brittany Mantey, Michelle Ferguson, Plant Manager Larry Nolen, sales representative Jason Woodward, Homer Mowdy, Alexis Cruz and Xavian Ellison.

DONATION

At GO Car Wash’s grand opening last Thursday, Site Integration Leader Kalcen Medina and General Manager Kevin Starr, took time out from the festivities to make a generous $2,000 donation to Vision Rockdale for the restoration of The 1895.

GRAND OPENING

GO Car Wash held their grand opening Thursday with free car washes and free barbeque from Cameron’s Hecho En Texas Barbeque.

Follow me and I will make you to become

There is a story making the rounds concerning Robert Hightower of Queens, New York who realized a lifelong dream in April, 1953. He went to the Masters Tournament in Augusta. His hero, Ben Hogan, played for the championship and won with a 14 under par, 274 score.

Get off the porch

New Years is probably one of my favorite holidays or times of the year. The reason I have this bromance with the New Year is well, who doesn’t like “new.” New year, new car, new job, new surfboard, new pair of running shoes. New is always good, right?! How about a new attitude?

LOCK-IN

Murray Street Church of Christ held their annual lock-in on New Year’s Eve for the youth members of their church. This year they had 20 kids participating. They enjoyed lots of good food, bible lessons, games all night long and sparklers at midnight.

Tasty low-calorie recipes

Whether you’re going on a New Year’s diet or not, here are some recipes we can all enjoy. The first one up is from Ina Garten. She uses a lot of horseradish in her cocktail sauce but that can be adjusted to taste. I don’t think it needs hot sauce but suit yourselves.

OPENING SOON

The East Bell Tap House is shooting for a mid to late January opening. Co-owner Corey Vorn Kahl said he had two more televisions to install which will make the venue a great place for watching the Super Bowl. They are also hiring. Apply at eastbelltap/job-board.