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“We are pleased to be celebrating Art in the Park’s 17th successful year of showcasing the art culture of the region and the nation,” Schuepbach said, “and bringing this directly to the community of Highland and surrounding areas. HAC members are excited to bring Art in the Park back to life and make art available to the residents of Highland and surrounding areas. “We have taken precautions to keep people safe and healthy by spreading the booths out and adding indoor booth space in the Madison County Exposition Hall,” she said. “We will have masks available and hand sanitizer for artist booths.” Throughout the weekend, artists will share their art as finished items and as part

of their demonstrations at their booths. By learning how each medium is produced, attendees will see the value of each piece. In addition to the work of professional artists, you will enjoy a Youth Art Exhibit made by students attending surrounding schools. Or you may want to participate in an interactive public art Unity Project that brings the community together. All are invited to join in the fun. “We hope to not only promote artists over the course of the weekend, but also to inspire new artists and art enthusiasts,” Schuepbach said. “There aren’t many other places where kids can start their own art

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When shopping for a home, buyers often try to envision themselves living in a given property. Images of family gatherings and holidays may instantly come to mind, but prospective homeowners also may begin to envision changes they would make to a property if they were eventually to call it home. Changing an existing structure or building an entirely new home on an empty plot of land can be exciting. Such changes typically require excavation, which is a complicated process that may be necessary for projects big or small. What is excavation? Excavation is the process of extracting material from the ground by digging. Earth, rock and other materials may be moved during the excavation process. Can do-it-yourselfers excavate? Skilled DIYers who have participated in excavation projects in the past may be able to handle a project on their own. However, it’s important that homeowners recognize that excavation is about more than just digging in the ground. It’s a complicated process that requires

the use of specialized tools and equipment. In addition, a strong understanding of the land that will be excavated is required for the project to be safe and go smoothly. Why hire an excavation professional? Even the most skilled DIYer might be better off hiring an excavation professional than going it alone. That’s true for a number of reasons. • Liability: Homeowners who hire a fully licensed and insured professional excavation firm can rest easy knowing that they will not be responsible for any damages or injuries that may occur during the project. • Permits/requirements: A professional excavation firm typically files all the necessary paperwork for work permits or can advise which permits homeowners will need to go forward with the project. In addition, professionals will know the local laws regarding building and excavation. For example, homeowners may be unfamiliar with the concept of lateral support, which refers to landowners’ right to have their

land physically supported in its natural state by adjoining land and underground structures. This is an important concept to understand during an excavation project, and professionals can advise homeowners if a project they want to undertake will violate lateral support laws. • Experience: Perhaps the best reason to work with excavation professionals is their experience. A lack of excavation experience can result in damage to a homeowner’s property and surrounding properties, which can prove costly. DIYers may not know the type of soil they have on their property nor recognize the different types of challenges each type of soil can present during an excavation project. Such knowledge comes with experience and is often invaluable. Skilled DIYers can tackle many home improvement projects on their own. However, the complex nature of excavation makes these types of projects the kind that are best left to skilled professionals.

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built-ins also can transform rooms, making them appear more organized. Customized built-ins also can give homes their own unique character, though it’s important to note that prospective buyers may or may not appreciate that uniqueness. Are there disadvantages to built-ins? The permanence of built-ins may not appeal to some buyers. If buyers don’t like built-ins at all or are not fond of the look of customized built-ins, that may be enough to convince them to walk away from a property. However, Realtor.com notes that functional built-ins, like built-in bench seats with storage capacity, appeal to modern buyers and their preference for as much storage space as possible. Permanent built-ins also can be costly. The home remodeling resource Fixr.com notes that built-in entertainment center installations can cost between $8,000 and $9,500. Built-in seating and bookshelves are not as costly, but such projects still cost more than simply buying premade furniture. Some buyers also may see built-ins as limiting what they can do with a space. That can be a major disadvantage as more professionals work from home and seek multi-functional spaces in their homes. Built-ins can dramatically change the look of a room and provide some much-needed storage space. But it’s imperative that homeowners give ample thought to built-ins before deciding to install them in their homes.

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How to support local agriculture this fall

The global pandemic that has upended daily life has exacted a toll on many industries. Businesses have been asked to close or temporarily scale back operations, while organizers of recreational gatherings have been tasked with reevaluating the practicality and safety of annual events. Throughout the United States and Canada, autumn fairs, exhibitions and activities provide revenue for many people. But due to the outbreak of the COVID-19 virus, many of these annual events have been postponed, adversely affecting local agricultural industries as a result. Governments in certain places have responded to the cancellations and offered assistance to local farmers and agricultural industries. For example, the Province of Ontario is provid-

ing nearly $1 million to assist organizations that had to cancel fall events due to the coronavirus pandemic. In addition to supporting such efforts, the general public can pitch in to help offset some of the financial losses accrued by local farms. • Check for virtual events. Some fall fairs or livestock events have been moved to the digital realm. That means competitors who were entering livestock or even home crafts into competitions can still participate. Organizers may ask for videos or photos of entries and then a committee will vote on the winners. This is one way to keep entry fees and even cash prizes moving along. • Support local farms or orchards. Fall is harvest season in many areas, making this a popular time of year to visit nearby

farms and to purchase fruits and vegetables directly from the source. Many farms have implemented safety protocols that align with COVID-19 health recommendations to safely welcome visitors. Things may look a little differently at orchards and farms, but smaller crowds and wearing masks should not compromise the fun of picking your own foods. • Explore farm-to-table. Private individuals as well as restaurant owners can develop relationships with area agriculture producers to increase the availability of farm-totable offerings. Restaurants can revamp menus to include a greater share of items sourced from nearby farms. Individuals also can rely on produce stands and farmers’ markets to stock their pantries. Some farms

may offer delivery and mail-order as well. • Offer financial services. Financial advisors can help farmers who are struggling with finances work through their options. Institutions may be able to extend the terms of loan repayments, refinance loans, restructure debt, or get credit extensions. Lower interest rates have created some new opportunities farmers may not be aware of. Financial advisors can help farmers navigate an uncertain financial time. Farmers and agricultural organizations are facing greater challenges as fall fairs and other events are being canceled. The public can support agriculture in different ways to offset the financial losses stemming from the pandemic.

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Safety may not be on the minds of people when they clean their homes, but even seemingly innocuous items can be dangerous. The National Safety Council warns accidents and deaths often occur when least expected — including when doing chores around the house. The online safety advocate SafeWise says that more than 160,000 Americans die as a result of an accident every year, and household injuries account for 75 percent of those deaths. It’s important to be careful when cleaning around the house, and part of that caution includes recognizing where hazards may be lurking. Here are ways to prevent cleaning and organizing accidents. Cleaning chemicals are often effective because they employ bases or acids. By themselves, many of these products are generally safe to use provided users adhere to the usage instructions and precautions. However, when mixed together, certain cleaning products can be extremely hazardous. According to Velocity EHS, an environmental, health, safety, and sustainability advisement company, users should never mix products containing acids and bases. Common cleaning products containing acids include tub and tile cleaners, vinegar and mold removers. Products containing bases include, bleaches, glass cleaners, and drain cleaners. Mixing these products can produce toxic

gases, intense heat or even explosions. Falls are a major contributor to home injuries. Be especially careful when climbing ladders, and do not lean too far to either side. If possible, have someone hold the ladder steady. Wear nonskid shoes and go slowly. Do not climb on furniture or stack items to reach high spots like top shelves, as this can create a precarious situation. Moving furniture or rearranging storage boxes can strain the back and other muscles. Use proper lifting techniques, which include lifting with the legs while keeping the back straight. If the item is too heavy, wait and ask for help. Whether dusting off the ceiling fan, cleaning out the crawlspace or removing debris from gutters and downspouts, protect the eyes, hands and lungs by wearing the right gear. Safety goggles, durable gloves and a dust mask are must-have cleaning supplies. The NSC says about 10 people die from drowning every day in the United States. Children between the ages of one and four are at greatest risk. Do not leave cleaning buckets filled with water unattended, and make sure to clean up any supplies used right after cleaning. Cleaning and maintenance keep homes looking great. Homeowners should always keep safety in mind when cleaning around the house.

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Apple picking pointers

(Editor’s Note: Please consult your local laws and regulations before publishing this story to confirm its content aligns with mandates currently in place in your city.) Apple picking is a beloved autumn tradition. While many traditions had to be put on the back burner as the world dealt with the COVID-19 pandemic, apple picking seems like one activity that can endure in a world dominated by social distancing. Apple picking season tends to begin in mid- to late-September and ends sometime in early October. That makes apple picking a perfect social distancing activity, as it’s both outdoors and at a time of year when the weather is generally pleasant no matter where you live.

Individuals interested in apple picking this fall can take heed of these tips to ensure their trip is fun, safe and successful. • Contact the farm in advance. Apple picking is a wildly popular activity, so expect a crowd to be there on a typical autumn weekend. That can be tricky to navigate while social distancing, so call ahead to learn about new protocols and if the operating hours are the same. If the farm is open several days per week, ask which days are the least busy and schedule your trip when foot traffic figures to be minimal. • Choose firm apples without bruises. According to Pickyourown.org, apples should be crisp and firm. Don’t worry about the color of the apple, as color is not an

indicator of ripeness. Instead, Pickyourown. org advises people to ask the farmers which apples are ripe, which is determined by how long it’s been since the trees flowered. • Gently place picked apples into your basket. Pickyourown.org recommends gently placing apples into your basket after picking them. Tossing them into the basket may cause bruising, which can lead to the apples spoiling prematurely. While it depends on the variety, many apples that are not bruised tend to last a long time, especially when stored in a cool place. So taking care of them when picking them can mean you get to enjoy apples for several weeks. • Clean apples before eating them. The

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Buying a home can be a daunting task for even the most well-prepared buyer. That’s where Sue Cress can help, especially when it comes to talking to potential homebuyers about the steps necessary to take to ensure they are fully prepared to purchase their next dream home. There are many pieces of the puzzle when buying a home that all need to work together to make it happen. With today’s unpredictable housing market, homebuyers should make sure they are as prepared as possible before deciding to buy. For many, the dream of owning a home can feel unobtainable, especially because of today’s housing market. With for sale signs coming down as fast as they go up, bidding wars have become more frequent. The best way to confront the current housing market or any housing market is to be prepared. Let’s take a closer look at some of the most significant factors to make sure your dream home is a reality.

Know your budget. Knowing your budget is a crucial factor when thinking about purchasing a home. Often, buyers have a figure in mind, but it may be something unrealistic that would cause severe financial strain. When determining your budget, the biggest components are your debt-to-income ratio, your overall monthly spending, and how a mortgage would fit into that. Your debt-to-income ratio is one of the main points that banks will look at when assessing mortgage qualification. Knowing this ahead of time will be crucial to making sure your budget is within your reach. The amount of your income that covers current debts plus the added cost of your mortgage will be a great tool to make sure you don’t overextend yourself.

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Know how much your mortgage will add to your monthly expenses. Depending on the type of housing or financing you specifically need, several mortgage options are available to homebuyers with different benefits. Though your mortgage will include three main components in most cases, it’s essential to know what you’ll be paying for each before making a decision. First, your principal balance. The principal balance of the loan is the most basic component of what you owe. This includes only the repayment of the actual loan amount. Secondly, your loan is comprised of the repayment of interest. When you borrow money to purchase a home, an interest rate is also an integral part of the equation. Your interest payments will vary depending on the rate decided upon when you close on your home. The last component of most mortgage payments is taxes and insurance. Many homeowners choose to pay their home insurance and property taxes as part of their monthly mortgage payments. This gives you the advantage and peace of mind to know that your insurance and taxes are always paid on time without worrying about it yourself. All of these components added together will give you the total for your monthly payment on your mortgage. When deciding on what you can afford, keep these in mind to get the most accurate idea of your payment. Knowing where all of your monthly expenses lie is crucial to make an informed decision about buying a home. Once you know roughly how much debt you’ll be adding by purchasing a home, then you can get the most precise picture of your budget when looking for your perfect house. Coming in with this knowledge will not only make you more likely to get what you want, but it can help avoid disappointment in a competitive homebuying market.

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continued from Page 5 collections with just a few dollars.” The Art Gallery…Just for Kids allows any child up to the age 18 to purchase artwork donated by exhibiting artists for $5. In addition, young people can create their own art projects in the Kids Kreation area. Food and drinks will be available throughout the fair. Lindendale Park is handicap accessible and parking is free. Artwork will be exhibited and offered for sale from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 9, and from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 10. A VIP Preview Party also will be held from 6 to 9 p.m. Friday, Oct. 8, before the event. To find out how you can par-

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Artists telling their stories Intimate conversations with artists The Edge HIGHLAND — Everyone wants to tell the story of their lives, and artists are no exception. The Highland Arts Council will celebrate world-class art in a hometown atmosphere with its 17th annual Art in the Park event. At this free, two-day outdoor and indoor juried show, you will have time to meet artists and listen to the stories behind their artwork and answer questions, such as how they were inspired to create it, what it takes to create their pieces, and from where they get their inspiration. All this will happen during Art in the Park from 10 a.m.– 5 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 9, and from 11 a.m.–4 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 10, at Lindendale Park in Highland. Brady Kesner, photographic artist from Highland, might tell you this. “I was driving on highway 550 to a preplanned spot to photograph the Cimarron Range at sunset. However, this cluster of aspens caught my eye and was worth pulling off the road…Once I hiked a few hundred yards from the road and climbed a small ridge, seven layers of beautiful Colorado landscape unfolded to create this deep look through the valley. “I am fascinated and sometimes obsessed with the process of visualizing a shape in my mind’s eye and working through the engineering, mechanical and fabrication steps to build a finished piece,” said David Bailey, jewelry artist from Alton. “It is always wonderful to behold a finished piece that came from the cosmos between my ears. “ “I have found my passion,” said Anna Repke, a fabric/ fiber artist from Chillicothe. “Creating with wool ignites all the senses, touch, smell, vibrant colors and the results are magical! When people realize what they are looking at is wool, and they can touch the piece of art that is just begging to be petted, they usually exclaim, gasp and sigh. That is my goal, to touch the very core of a person with the wonder and beauty of felted art.” “My passion for art was the driving force that led me to further my education and pursue the field of graphic design and illustration. My main focus is drawing St. Louis and other surrounding cities historical buildings, landmarks, and iconic sports. I focus on detail and capturing an old vintage look to my drawings,” confesses Joseph Bodus an artist from Overland, Missouri entered in the drawing/ pastels category. For more information about the event, visit: https:// www.highlandartscouncil.org/art-in-the-park-attending/ The Highland Arts Council, a 501(c)3 nonprofit, actively promotes the arts in the community of Highland through a variety of activities and projects. The Highland Arts Council provides a showcase for local artists and an educational opportunity for many members of the community to enrich their appreciation of the arts. The Highland Arts Council is always looking for new and exciting ways to promote all areas of the arts, as well as providing budding artists, both young and old, with new and creative ways to showcase their art. Donations to Highland Arts Council are tax deductible as a charitable donation. For more information about the Highland Arts Council, visit www.highlandartscouncil.org. Follow the Highland Arts Council on Facebook and Twitter.

ticipate in the Friday night reception, contact lynnette@ highlandartscouncil.org. Mural on Weinheimer Community Center The National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) granted the Highland Arts Council with a $10,000 matching grant to create a mural, which will beautify the city and honor the 72-year-old Weinheimer Community Center. For the project HAC has commissioned Robert and Liza Fishbone, father-daughter muralists based in St. Louis. Since 1974, Robert Fishbone has been involved with approximately 200 mural projects, with a wide variety of clients, and in several states. Liza Fishbone, a prolific street artist, joined him in 2015. The gentle clash of their old school/new school approach has resulted in dynamic, colorful murals throughout St. Louis, all of them quickly achieving landmark status. HAC wants to bring their successful, collaborative efforts to Highland. The Weinheimer Community Center replaced Turner Hall in Highland where it was the literary center of the community, with a series of lectures being given for many years. Some notable speakers there were Ulysses S. Grant and Teddy Roosevelt. In 1954, the Weinheimer Community Center was built as a memorial to Fredrick William Weinheimer’s parents, Henry and Anna Marie Weinheimer, who were pioneers of Highland. Henry Weinheimer died Jan. 8, 1948, and in his will, “left $150,000 to the city of Highland for a public community center and gymnasium building, providing, however, that the city must, within six years from his death, raise an additional $50,000 for the same purpose and also acquire a suitable site for the building to be located ‘within the corporate limits of the city of Highland, and advantageously located,’” according to a quote from the Highland News Leader issue from Dec. 23, 1953. After its opening, the Weinheimer was the hub for all recreation in Highland for children and adults. Painting on walls goes back more than 10,000 years. But since the 1960s, artists of all types, in the U.S. and abroad, have established mural painting as a powerful new tool for artistic and social expression through public art. Whether working alone to show a personal vision, or with a group or community to reveal people, events and issues of historic importance, they dramatically transform neighborhoods. This mural on the Weinheimer Community Center will add another stop to Highland Arts Council’s Art Walk throughout the city. The Art Walk is a self-guided tour of artwork that has been commissioned and/or donated by the Highland Arts Council, Highland Garden Club, Highland Community School, grants from the Highland Area Community Foundations, the Highland Chamber of Commerce and specific individuals. A brochure of the 16 locations throughout the city will guide visitors and show a photo of art pieces at each location with details about each piece. Highland is a town of forward thinkers with a rich history of inventing. A visit to Highland gives you a chance to appreciate small-town America while viewing world-class art. “We see the city becoming the Metro East art mecca and a worthy tourist destination. The murals created by nationally known artists, in addition to the Art Walk by local and national artists, will prove a destination for all visitors,” Schuepbach said. “Pick up a brochure at Art in the Park and tour the city or return another day for more artistic fun.” Brick landscape The Highland Arts Council is extending an invitation to

citizens, businesses and organizations that see the value in creating beauty to partner with HAC to help match the NEA grant by placing a brick at the base of the mural wall. As a donor, you will share ownership of Highland’s newest community art. A brick or a granite slab with the name of the person you wish to honor or remember, your or your family’s name, your business’ or your organization’s name will support the grant from NEA. These bricks will be laid in the space at the base of the Weinheimer’s west wall to commemorate every business, organization and/or person who knows the value of keeping art alive. Space is limited, so don’t delay. For a form, stop by the hospitality booth at Art in the Park. Art of Soul workshops For eight years, the Highland Arts Council has presented Art of Soul, a five-week workshop series for artists and non-artists to experiment freely with various mediums. Local and national artists share their expertise as teacher for two hours every Thursday evening. Through the years, Art of Soul has experimented with watercolors, acrylic painting, origami, polymer clay, felting, screen printing, ceramic clay, drawing, pastels, sculpting with fabric, macrame, calligraphy and more. All materials are supplied. The workshop time is a true multi-generational experience with attendees from 13-85 year old meeting in the Highland Evangelical United Church of Christ social hall. All workshops have a fee of $35. Check highlandartscouncil.org for photos of the last seven years of classes and to register for 2022 workshops on Feb. 17, 24, and March 3, 10 and 17. Classes will be smaller than previous years, but the creativity will be as big as always. Youth Arts Expo The Highland Arts Council is excited to be hosting talented young artists of the region in the fifth annual Arts in Action: Youth Arts Exposition. The exposition will give young artists an opportunity to showcase their emerging talents with the public from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. All are encouraged to attend this free event in support of the

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young artists. The Highland Arts Council hopes to advance the youth of the community through their support, knowing that these young artists will one day be leaders in fostering the appreciation of the arts in the region. HAC encourages parents, grandparents, friends and public to come to the Youth Arts Expo from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Nov. 13 at

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The Clown Car will be featured at The Art Gallery…Just for Kids. Young people can create their own art projects in the Kids Kreation area and allows any child up to age 18 to purchase artwork donated by exhibiting artists for $5.

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NEW YORK (AP) — The latest novels from Colson Whitehead and Joy Williams, and Honorée Fanonne Jeffers’ debut work, “The Love Songs of W.E.B. Du Bois,” are among this year’s finalists for the Kirkus Prize, $50,000 awards presented by the trade publication. Whitehead’s crime story “Harlem Shuffle,” his first novel since the Pulitzer Prize-winning “The Nickel Boys,” is a fiction nominee, along with Williams’ “Harrow,” “The Love Songs of W.E.B. Du Bois,” an 800-page historical epic that Oprah Winfrey chose for her book club; Jocelyn Nicole Johnson’s “My Monticello”; Mariana Enriquez’ “The Dangers of Smoking In Bed,” translated from the Spanish by Megan McDowell; and Pajtim Statovci’s “Bolla,” translated from the Finnish by David Hackston.

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The nonfiction finalists are Brian Broome’s memoir “Punch Me Up to the Gods,” Dara Horn’s “People Love Dead Jews,” Tiya Miles’ “All That She Carried,” Kristen Radtke’s “Seek You,” Katherine E. Standefer’s “Lightning Flowers,” and Juan Villoro’s “Horizontal Vertigo,” translated from the Spanish by Alfred MacAdam. For young reader’s literature, the nominees are NoNieqa Ramos’ “Your Mama,” Carole Boston Weatherford’s “Unspeakable,” Nikki Grimes’ “Legacy,” Christina Soontornvat’s “All Thirteen,” Wai Chim’s “The Surprising Power of a Good Dumpling” and Sharon G. Flake’s “The Life I’m In.” Weatherford’s book, which tells of the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre, was illustrated by Floyd Cooper, who died in July. Winners will be announced Oct. 28.

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Game show ‘The Price Is Right’ celebrates its 50th season

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NEW YORK (AP) — If you can remember the price of a 30-ounce jar of mayonnaise, what an Armani purse goes for and how much to pay for an iPhone 12, there’s really only one place to shine — “The Price Is Right.” The longest-running game show in television history is

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“This show is about how much a can of creamed corn is. That’s what’s great about it. Because whether you are just scraping by or you’re Martha Stewart, you probably bought a can of cream corn,” says George Gray, the show’s announcer since 2011. “The Price Is Right” is a remarkably sturdy thing, surviving the retirement of beloved host Bob Barker in 2007, a turnover in models — sometimes acrimoniously — the introduction of male models in 2012 and even out-witting COVID-19. It has subtlety evolved, with sturdy grandfather clocks as prizes replaced by electronic gadgets. High-definition TV monitors make exotic trips in the showcases pop these days, and the packages themselves have become more experiential, with scuba gear or golf clubs added to packages to Belize or Scotland, respectively. “We’ve really been able to keep up with the trend of new prizes and what people want today. But it’s still the same game show — you still need to know the price of that laptop or that iPhone,” says Rachel Reynolds, a model from Baton Rouge, Louisiana, who joined the show in 2003. Contestants are mostly regular people, nursing aides or home renovators or book store managers. “Good luck, man,” current host Drew Carey will say. Or, “Let’s see those great prizes back there, Heather.” They are overjoyed to be there. One recently wore a partially bedazzled T-shirt that said: “Drew, Let’s party like it’s $19.99.” The dozens of games — from Double Prices to Five Price Tags and Plinko — test the receipt-minded prices of things like a 12-ounce tin of corned beef, a pair of stainless steel patio heaters and a six-night stay in Philadelphia with a cheesesteak tour. The show is so kind that even contestants who make it on stage but don’t get to play a pricing game leave with a $300 consolation prize. To celebrate its milestone, the show this week will feature a game each day where contestants can win up to $1 million. A

On the Edge of the Weekend • Thursday, September 16, 2021 • 23 two-hour primetime special on Sept. 30 will include a look back at the biggest winners, never before seen outtakes and a salute to Barker. “The Price Is Right” made it’s debut on NBC in 1956, with Bill Cullen as host and consisting of four people bidding auction-style on items. The show was canceled in 1965, but the current version was revived in 1972 at CBS, with Barker as host, influencing a nation with his sign-off advice to get “pets spayed or neutered.” Carey has kept that slogan in his honor. Since 1972, producers say over $300 million in cash and prizes has been given away. More than 2 million audience members have attended a taping over those years and 68,000 of them have become contestants. More than 8,400 cars have been given away. Reynolds, who has gotten married and had a child during her tenure, calls the show her “second family.” Her daughter has made multiple appearances, and her husband has been on “The Price Is Right” for wedding shows. But it started with a baptism by fire. She was about six months into modeling prizes when she was asked to pilot a Ford

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Movie review: ‘Shang-Chi’ tops box office again with $35.8 million By JAKE COYLE AP Film Writer NEW YORK (AP) — “Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings” stayed on top at the box office, collecting $35.8 million in ticket sales in its second weekend, according to studio estimates Sunday. That total was good enough for the best second-weekend gross of any film during the pandemic, edging out the previous Marvel movie, “Black Widow.” This year, relatively few films have held well in theaters either because they’ve been streaming simultaneously at home or because moviegoers’ attention fades. “Shang-Chi” is playing exclusively in theaters, and its second-week drop, 53%, was relatively modest. In two weeks of release, it has grossed $247.6 million globally. At its current pace, “Shang-Chi,” the first Marvel movie to star an Asian superhero (played by Simu Liu), may become the top summer release at the North American box office. Globally, its path is less certain. “Shang-Chi” currently doesn’t have a release date in China. Worldwide, Universal’s “Fast and Furious” sequel “F9” has fared better than any other pandemic release with more than $714 million in ticket sales.

The $90 million four-day Labor Day weekend opening for “Shang-Chi” was widely seen as an encouraging sign for the industry amid the coronavirus surge in the U.S. On Friday, Disney announced that all of its remaining 2021 releases, including Marvel’s “Eternals,” will open exclusively in theaters, and not land on Disney+ at the same time. That was how “Black Widow” opened, prompting a lawsuit from star Scarlett Johansson. Warner Bros.’ “Malignant,” a horror thriller directed by James Wan, was the only sizable new competition for “ShangChi.” It debuted softly with $5.6 million. Overseas, it added $6.3 million from 69 markets. Like all Warner Bros. releases this year, “Malignant” was also released on HBO Max for subscribers. The studio has said it will return to debuting films with an exclusive theatrical window next year. The weak debut for “Malignant” allowed Disney to also take the second spot this weekend. The Ryan Reynolds action comedy “Free Guy,” from Disney’s 20th Century Studios, grossed $5.8 million in its fifth week of release, bringing its domestic tally to $101.5 million. It has made $276 million worldwide. The specialty film business also showed some signs of life

heading into the fall season. Shortly after its premiere at the Venice Film Festival, Paul Schrader’s “The Card Counter,” starring Oscar Isaac, launched with $1.1 million in 580 theaters for Focus Features. In the film, Isaac plays a professional gambler with a dark military past. Estimated ticket sales for Friday through Sunday at U.S. and Canadian theaters, according to Comscore. Where available, the latest international numbers for Friday through Sunday are also included. Final domestic figures will be released Monday. 1. “Shang-Chi and the Legend of the 10 Rings,” $35.8 million ($35.2 million internationally). 2. “Free Guy,” $5.8 million, ($17.3 million internationally). 3. “Malignant,” $5.6 million, ($6.3 million internationally). 4. “Candyman,” $4.8 million, ($1.3 million internationally). 5. “Jungle Cruise,” $2.45 million, ($700,000 internationally). 6. “Paw Patrol,” $2.2 million, ($5.7 million internationally). 7. “Don’t Breathe 2,” $1.15 million. 8. “The Card Counter,” $1.1 million. 9. “Show Me the Father,” $700,000. 10. “Respect,” $503,000.

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Poignant return for Met Opera after 18-month pandemic pause By RONALD BLUM Associated Press NEW YORK (AP) — Even before the first note, there were a pair of standing ovations — one when the chorus filed in and another when concertmaster Benjamin Bowman walked on to tune up the orchestra. About 90 minutes later, when conductor Yannick Nézet-Séguin relaxed his arms, the 3,600 people filling the seats of the Metropolitan Opera House responded with 8 1/2 minutes of thunderous applause, bringing wide smiles and hints of tears to the 200-plus performers on stage. For the first time in 550 days, an audience was inside the auditorium at Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts on Saturday night, attending a poignant performance of the Verdi Requiem. The night was in commemoration of the 20th anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001, terror attacks but in fact marked much more. The company was performing in its home for the first time since hundreds of thousands of deaths caused by the coronavirus pandemic, including Met violist Vincent Lionti,

assistant conductor Joel Revzen and chorister Antoine Hodge. It also marked the first performance in the house since the death of conductor James Levine, the Met’s towering figure of the last half-century. He died in March at 77, a little over three years after was he was fired for sexual improprieties. Verdi was a specialty, and the last of his 2,552 Met performances was the company’s previous Verdi Requiem in December 2017. Levine’s successor as music director was on the podium. The 46-year-old Nézet-Séguin led a performance of far more impact and subtlety than Levine’s final efforts, when his conducting was hampered by Parkinson’s Disease. Following a year of labor strife that culminated in new contracts, the Met orchestra of 90 and chorus of 120 led by chorus master Donald Palumbo showed the world-class status they reached under Levine, basking in the rapturous applause of an audience starved for live music. The pandemic caused the Met to cancel more than 275 performances, including its

entire 2020-21 season, plus an international tour. The gap was the longest since the company began in 1883. In the first performance at the house since Mozart’s “Così fan tutte” on March 11, 2020, the four soloists were all superb: soprano Ailyn Pérez, mezzo-soprano Michelle DeYoung, tenor Matthew Polenzani and bass-baritone Eric Owens. Some in the audience congratulated long unseen friends and acquaintances for making it through the 18 months. There were no speeches from the stage. This was the second step in the Met’s return following a pair of Mahler Seconds performed outdoors last weekend in Lincoln Center’s Damrosch Park. Accounting for the pandemic, the audience appeared to be 100% masked. Proof of vaccination was required for entry, leading to lengthy lines. The first two rows of the orchestra were covered, increasing separation between the performances and audience. Programs were digital only -- the Met said printed versions will be restored when the season starts.

Gregory Zuber’s bass drum thundered during the a “Dies Irae (Day of Wrath). Perez and Polenzani sang ethereally. Nézet-Séguin conducted spaciously. Still ahead is the formal opening night of the season on Sept. 27, when Nézet-Séguin conducts Terence Blanchard’s “Fire Shut Up in My Bones,” the first work by a Black composer in the Met’s 138-year history and another milepost in New York City’s return to normalcy. The Met’s opening night is a marker of the start of New York’s social season, a series of white-tie and black-tie gatherings that was largely skipped in 2020-21. A series of Broadway shows will start opening next week. The New York Philharmonic begins Sept. 17 at Alice Tully Hall, while David Geffen Hall undergoes reconstruction expected to last another year. Carnegie Hall starts a limited fall season Oct. 6 followed by a fuller spring. On a night to remember those who perished, the Met made city life seem a lot closer to normal.

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2 Miles North of I-270 on Hwy. 159

*Residency restrictions apply. Must take delivery by 11-30-15. Vehicles listed based on inventory. Savings listed for well qualified buyers. Not all buyers will qualify for lowest rate. Must receive financing from Chrysler Capital. See Dealer for ictions apply. Must take delivery by 11-30-15. Vehicles listed based on inventory. Savings listed for well qualified buyers. Not all buyers will qualify for lowest rate. Must receive financing from Chrysler Capital. See Dealer for Cassens Details Manufacturer incentives subject to change without notice & may affect dealer’s selling price. everyone qualifies for Cassens price. Tax, title , license & doc fee extra. 0% APR for 75 months on selected vehicles. Se dealer for details. cturer incentives subject to change without notice & may affect dealer’s selling price. everyone qualifies for Cassens price. Tax, title , license & doc fee extra. 0% APR for 75 months on selected vehicles. Se dealer for details.

Cassens

2 Miles North of I-270 on Hwy. 159

Cassens *Residency restrictions apply. Must take delivery by 11-30-15. Vehicles listed based on inventory. Savings listed for well qualified buyers. Not all buyers will qualify for lowest rate. Must receive financing from Chrysler Capital. See Dealer for Cassens *Residency restrictions apply. Must take delivery by 11-30-15. Vehicles listed based on inventory. Savings listed for well qualified buyers. Not all buyers will qualify for lowest rate. Must receive financing from Chrysler Capital. See Dealer for Details Manufacturer incentives subject to change without notice & may affect dealer’s selling price. everyone qualifies for Cassens price. Tax, title , license & doc fee extra. 0% APR for 75 months on selected vehicles. Se dealer for details. Details Manufacturer incentives subject to change without notice & may affect dealer’s selling price. everyone qualifies for Cassens price. Tax, title , license & doc fee extra. 0% APR for 75 months on selected vehicles. Se dealer for details.

2 Miles North of I-270 on Hwy. 159

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2 Miles North of I-270 on Hwy. 159

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