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Five herbs for the holidays
Five herbs for the holidays San Antonio Express-News Copyright 2012 San Antonio Express-News. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed. Updated 04:33 p.m., Friday, December 9, 2011 Gardeners may look to poinsettias and cyclamen for holiday color, but we count on herbs for fragrance and flavor. Herbs go to work in wreaths and potpourri, gift ...

Herhold: Faces from past are back in the news
A potpourri today, an update of stories I've covered: Remember Terry Gregory? Although he was essentially a two-bit hustler masquerading as a San Jose councilman -- a guy who famously took a case of Opus One wine as a gift -- he left an indelible mark on San Jose.

When babies bite while nursing and other thoughts
It’s too soon for toilet training — in my house, that is. My toddling, teething baby starts his second year next month (meaning he turns 1).

Pekin may ban synthetic drugs
The City Council will vote Monday on banning the sale of synthetic drugs within city limits. Though the state regulates the sale of such drugs, manufacturers simply change the recipe for their drugs — making the law less effective, Pekin Police Chief Greg Nelson said.

Say 'I don't' to tacky
You have one shot to be the belle of the wedding ball. Leave your guests speechless - for all the right reasons.

To Do List
Fundraiser for JARM When: 10:30 a.m. today Where: Ethan Allen Design Center , 115 Okatie Center Blvd. N , Bluffton Description: Learn how to can have the home of your dreams.

Council to vote on synthetic drug ordinance
The Pekin City Council will vote Monday on a new ordinance to ban the sale of synthetic drugs within its corporate city limits. Pekin Police Chief Greg Nelson said that the state of Illinois has legislation that regulates the sale of such drugs, but that manufacturers simply change the recipe for their drugs — making the law less effective.

Emporium at Stagecoach Inn takes people back in time
As the volunteer director of the Emporium at Stagecoach Inn and Museum, Connie Clarke is always on the lookout for books, toys, souvenirs and other historical gifts.

Solana Beach resident Catherine McAllister thrives on enhancing the lives of seniors
A quiet serenity greets guests who enter the lobby of La Vida Del Mar, an elegant assisted-living retirement community in Solana Beach reminiscent of a five-star hotel with its comfortable furnishings, fine art and soothing music.