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Fans of "Calvin and Hobbes" may take some morbid comfort from this montage of snowmen in creatively tortured positions, set to a soundtrack of "Winter Wonderland."  Full story »

This was a tasty, fun casserole made for a busy family or a loved one who could use a meal in a pinch. Chicken breasts, a couple cans of cream of chicken soup and rice made for a hearty foundation. The rest was easily thrown together with odds and ends I had on hand. Full story »

It’s down-to-the-wire holiday time, and stressful eating is at its max. High calories abound, whether it is a glass of eggnog that might or might not be spiked with booze to luscious desserts. Getting through these times without gaining weight, yet still enjoying a small slice or scoop of this and that takes not just willpower but a little advance... Full story »

After devoting four decades and tens of millions of dollars to saving the gray wolf, the federal government wants to get out of the wolf-protection business, leaving it to individual states — and the wolves themselves — to determine the future of the legendary predator. Full story »

Something happened at my house Tuesday that hasn't happened in a very long time – my children sat down and decorated Christmas cookies with me. I remember the last time I tried to make this happen. I was informed by daughter Heather, who was, I believe, 12 or 13 at time, that she didn't see why “they,” meaning her... Full story »

If you're entertaining this holiday season, there's a good chance that one of your guests will have a special dietary need. Full story »

Here is a recipe for Low-fat Curried Pita Chips from Bon Appetit. Full story »

Here is a recipe for Lemon Pudding from Self.  Full story »

Want a little getaway for New Year's Eve? Here are some events around the state to help you ring in the fun. Full story »

Here is a recipe for Low-fat Banana Bread from Bon Appetit. Full story »

Here is a recipe for Vegan Chocolate Cheesecake from Gourmet. Full story »

Here is a recipe for Gluten-Free Chocolate Wafer Cookies from Nicole Hunn's "Gluten-Free on a Shoestring." Full story »