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Tell Us What You Are Thankful For The past couple of years headlines have been heavy with news that put pressure on families - pandemic, inflation, drought and other crisis. That’s why the Linn County Leader is turning to its readers to provide some lighter reading for the holidays.

Ongoing • Linn County Historical Society Tillman House Museum open to the public. Saturdays.

There is a $3 suggested contribution for meals for those 60 years and over and $6.75 cost for meals for those 59 years and under. Meals are delivered Monday thru Friday, from 10:30 a.m., – 12 p.m., except on holidays.

The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) confirms additional cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) have been detected this fall in Missouri. Outbreaks affecting waterfowl species have been reported in Chariton, Jackson, St. Charles, and St. Louis counties.

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — Voters approved recreational marijuana in Maryland and Missouri but rejected it in three other states, signaling support gradually growing for legalization even in conservative parts of the country.

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Missouri voters have passed a constitutional amendment that will require Kansas City to spend a larger percentage of its general revenue on the police department.

The Christmas season is quickly approaching, and shoppers will want to get their lists ready for the Christmas in Novinger event on Saturday, Nov 19. Three shopping locations will provide a variety of selections sure to please with something for everyone you need a gift for.

Q: I've gotten my food habits pretty well under control, but I'm still gaining weight! What could be causing that? Kayla E., Tucson, Arizona A: That is a great question -- because so many people find out that their weight issues develop from a combination of problems, not just overeating or eating the wrong foods. You know, of course, that for long-term weight management, you need to crank up your metabolism and build more calorie-burning muscles by getting plenty of physical activity (300 minutes a week minimum).