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End of the line

End of the line

Columnist John Moore has always loved cabooses. He painted this on canvas when he was around 11-years-old. Courtesy John Moore My sister and I always looked for the caboose. That unmistakable red car at the rear of the train that held the men who always waved to us....

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On track for holiday fun

On track for holiday fun

Take an excursion aboard one of the many holiday trains with the kids or grandkids this season. Whether you’re young, old or somewhere in between and craving a memorable Christmas experience that doesn’t involve hours in the car searching for lights, gather your loved...

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Cates Control Systems to headquarter in Wylie

Cates Control Systems to headquarter in Wylie

Artist rendering of the Cates Control Systems manufacturing facilty to be located in Wylie. Courtesy photo Cates Control Systems has selected Wylie as the site for its new corporate headquarters and manufacturing facility, marking an $8.5 million investment expected...

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Not making cents

Not making cents

Columnist John Moore has collected pennies all of his life. Including this 1934 Lincoln wheat penny. He’ll miss the penny when it’s gone. Courtesy John Moore There’s a scene in The Grapes of Wrath when two children ask for candy in a store and it costs more than the...

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Pumpkin perfection

Pumpkin perfection

Delicious soup perfect for the season Cooler weather arrives just as prime entertaining season heats up. Those who will be hosting gatherings soon can expand their recipe repertoire to feed guests and keep them satisfied. Borrowing some flavors from the season can...

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The driving force

The driving force

Columnist John Moore has two people to tell him how to drive: his wife and Siri. Courtesy John Moore I firmly believe GPS was invented to save marriages. Before that, wives had to drive from the passenger seat. I grew up in Ashdown, Arkansas, long before Siri started...

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