Would You Rather? Would you rather eat a doughnut or a bagel? Would you rather eat a chocolate chip cookie or a sugar cookie? Would you rather listen to The Beatles or the Rolling Stones? Would you rather watch a football or a baseball game? Would you rather celebrate Halloween or Thanksgiving? Would you rather eat a quarter pounder with cheese or a Big Mac? Would you rather eat ice cream or sherbet? Would you rather eat a piece of chocolate cake or vanilla cake? Would you rather have a longer summer or a longer winter? Would you rather eat a banana or an apple? Would you rather take an afternoon nap on a couch or a recliner? Would you rather eat at Subway or Jimmy Johns? Would you rather wear flip flops or tennis shoes? Would you rather have cake or pie? Would you rather go to the doctor or the dentist? Would you rather eat pancakes or waffles? Would you rather have short hair or long hair? Would you rather wear glasses or contacts? Would you rather live in town or in the country? Would you rather eat a fried egg or a soft-boiled egg? Would you rather eat cottage cheese or Greek yogurt? Would you rather own a dog or a cat? Would you rather drink tea or coffee? Would you rather live in the mountains or on the beach? Would you rather eat spaghetti with meatballs or chicken Alfredo? Would you rather eat a thick crust pizza or a thin crust pizza? Would you rather go to a movie or watch TV? Would you rather go on a cruise or stay at an all-inclusive resort? Would you rather drive a car or ride a motorcycle? Would you rather listen to Rock or country music? Would you rather take a shower or a bath? Would you rather roast a hot dog or make a s’more? Would you rather go out to eat or eat at home? Would you rather travel by train or plane? Would you rather be Captain America or Iron Man? Would you rather eat French fries or onion rings? Would you rather eat Italian or Mexican?.

This And That * Adulthood is when you are constantly tired except when it’s time to go to sleep. So true! * This is the announcement that appears before the airing of the TV series “Bonanza.” “This program contains outdated cultural depictions.

This And That It's time to dive into a question for our community: What does it take to install a heating system at the Stockton Swimming Pool? What’s the cost of a heating unit? Where would it be installed? Are there grants for this type of project? and so on. There are countless questions and options to consider, but the first step is finding out if this community wants to take the plunge.

Dear Editor: I would like to acknowledge the respect I have for the unsung heroes, including 911 dispatchers, law enforcement personnel, firefighters, EMS personnel, Emergency Management personnel, and doctors and nurses. All of them are so vital to our health and safety, and they all deserve our respect.

Fourth of July Poems “I Am An American” I am an American. That’s the way most of us put it, Just matter of factly.

Bart, Thank you for all the work. You did a very good job.

My wife and I are professors at Wichita State University. I’m writing the people of Rooks County because Senator Moran called Plainville home for many years. I’m worried because my 30 years in science gives me a view of recent events that may not be clear to the general public. Let’s be blunt. Our country is in a knife fight with China over science and technology, and our government seems to have decided to drop the knife.

This And That * I read this and have to agree…. Grape soda doesn’t taste like grapes, but it does taste like purple, and I don’t know how to explain that.

Kincaid Field Sgt. Kent D.

Happy Father’s Day What Makes A Dad? Author Unknown God took the strength of a mountain, The majesty of a tree, The warmth of a summer sun, The calm of a quiet sea, The generous soul of nature, The comforting arm of night, The wisdom of the ages, The power of the eagle’s flight, The joy of a morning in spring, The faith of a mustard seed, The patience of eternity, The depth of a family’s need, Then God combined these qualities, When there was nothing more to add, He knew His masterpiece was complete, And so, He called it…Dad. What Is A Dad? Author Unknown A dad is someone who wants to catch you before you fall, but instead picks you up, brushes you off, and lets you try again.