Although motor fuel tax money is typically used to repair streets, city officials have pledged money from this source as a match for federal funds to extend Olympian Drive. This means that the condition of …
Posts by Anna Barnes:
Cornmeal upside down cakes
Looking for ways to finish off those apples from last season? Try Anna’a cornmeal cakes for one of the more delicious ways to do just that.
Quick pickled vegetables
In a pinch for a quick snack to help you look good in front of guests? Try Anna’s quick pickling recipe for a fast and delicious way to entertain on the fly.
Skip Valentine’s Day; Celebrate Chinese New Year
With Hallmark holidays busting down your door, Anna says to forget the chocolate and roast a duck in honor of the New Year… the Chinese one.
Mamma Mia! Mozzarella in carrozza
Good lord, Anna finally did it. This Italian variation on a grilled cheese will not just end your diet — it will absolutely destroy it. But go ahead: it’ll be worth it.
Next best thing to the Farmer’s Market
Believe it or not, but you can get fresh locally grown vegetables right here and now in C-U. Follow the simple instructions within.
Parody and irony on Prop 8 trial
Prop 8 supporters brought suit against Courage Campaign’s parody logo, which the organization is using to track trial coverage. From Courage legal: “While our client does appreciate the irony of the suggestion in your letter …
A letter From Satan to Pat Robertson
An 80 percent poverty rate is so not my style. Nothing against it — I’m just saying: Not how I roll. — Lily Coyle’s letter to the editor in the Minneapolis Star-Tribune is priceless.
How safe is your tower in a fire?
In training for next month’s Fight For Air Climb at the 30-story Springfield Hilton, I contacted several of the towers in town to see if the management would let me train. I was told, “No, …
Growing micro-greens through winter
Who says a fresh salad is out of the question during winter? Anna teaches us the tricks of the trade for growing micro-greens.