The thrill of Rodeo
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Rodeo is a celebration of skill, tradition, and the western way of life. Steeped in history, our rodeo brings together the finest cowboys and cowgirls from Canada, Western States, New Zealand, Australia and Mexico – all displaying sheer talent and determination. You and your family might be captivated by the thrill of bull and bronc riding, or the precision of team roping, or the speed of barrel racing – there is an exciting experience for the whole family.
Remember to mark your calendar and plan to attend the CCA Finals Rodeo, where the excitement of championship rodeo comes to life! The Board of Directors of the Canadian Cowboys Association extends a warm invitation to all for this premier event in North Battleford, Saskatchewan, at the Access Communications Arena from October 23 to 26, 2025.
Over four action-packed days, you’ll witness top-tier talent competing in all the classic rodeo events: saddle bronc, bareback, tie-down roping, team roping, steer wrestling, ladies barrel racing,
bull riding, breakaway roping, along with thrilling junior ladies barrel racing, novice steer riding, and novice bull riding. The finest cowboys and cowgirls will showcase their incredible skills, delivering the best rodeo experience.
These unforgettable events are made possible thanks to the dedication of our sponsors and volunteers. We welcome sponsors to partner with the Canadian Cowboys Association, offering your community and business the opportunity to be part of the largest and most thrilling rodeo events throughout the Prairie Provinces. Interested in joining us? Simply contact our office, rodeo@canadiancowboys.ca and we’ll be happy to connect with you.
Get ready for a spectacle of skill, athleticism, and top-quality horses, bulls, and steers. We can’t wait to see you at the rodeo! Don’t miss out on the excitement! Check the Canadian Cowboys Association website at www.canadiancowboys.ca for schedules, results, and standings—there’s bound to be a rodeo near you.
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- Every Thursday from 11:30 AM -1:30 PM come to the Eatonia Library for puzzles, visiting and grab your books for the week!
- Check out our TOPS Chapter … it’s free to try! Every Wednesday. Weigh in: 5:45 PM. Meeting: 6:00 PM at Corcoran Place. Contact Cora Knuttila 306-460-9047.
- Eatonia & District Recreation Soccer. Contact Charity for more info at eatoniarec@sasktel.net or call 306-460-7130.
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THURSDAY, FRIDAY, SATURDAY, MAY 29, 30, 31
• 32nd Annual Kindersley Indoor Rodeo at the West Central Events Centre. See ad in this paper.
SATURDAY, MAY 31
• Kindersley Rodeo Pancake Breakfast 9:0011:00 AM at the Kindersley & District Museum. Organized by St. Paul’s United Church. $10 / plate.
SUNDAY, JUNE 1
• Kindersley Flatlanders Speedway Show & Shine 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM at Kindersley Centre (Mall). Fill the ambulance for the Jim Pattison Children’s Hospital Toy Drive - Kinley’s 10th Annual Toy Drive - cmhilde20@gmail.com
MONDAY, JUNE 9
• Handbell Concert at St. Paul’s United Church 7:00 PM. All welcome. Free Will Offering.
THURSDAY & FRIDAY, JUNE 12 & 13
• Kindersley & District Chamber of Commerce 36th Annual Trade Show & Exhibition at the West Central Events Centre. Thursday: 1:009:00 PM; Friday: 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM.
FRIDAY, JUNE 13
• The Radiant - Kindersley & District Arts Council fundraiser with Curtis Bearsman Norman
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Ritchie Community Centre. All ages. Cash bar. Doors open 7:30 PM. Adults $25; 18 & under $10. Tickets available at Lela’s Music, Garden Gallery, Harmonic Egg, Eventbrite or at the door while tickets last.
SATURDAY, JUNE 14
• Clearview Community Church Fundraiser: Bake Sale and Multifamily Garage Sale 9:00 AM. We are offering tables to rent for $25 with rental fees and proceeds from the baking going back to the church. Contact Hannah 306460-8989.
MONDAY, JUNE 16
• Kindersley Composite School Awards Day 2025 10:15 AM. Followed by annual school BBQ and the Grade 12’s vs the KCS Staff at Flanagan Field.
THURSDAY, JUNE 26
• West Central Abilities Inc. Annual General Meeting 11:00 AM at Clearview Community Church.
SATURDAY, JUNE 28
• Rotary Club of Kindersley presents Break Into Summer Beer & Brisket Pairing Elks Hall, Kindersley. Dinner 7:00 PM. Dance to follow 9:00 PM. Featuring recording artist Bonfire Moon. $65/person. Raising money to support Youth Leadership Camps & Scholarships. Tickets available at Tint Doctor, Garden Gallery, Double Barrel Vape or by e-transfer to rotary981.events@gmail.com
TUESDAY, JULY 1
• Take Home A Taste of South Africa (Grilled lamb meat and traditional sides) - Church Fundraiser 6:00-8:00 PM St. Olaf Church. $20/person. Call 306-901-7047 or 306-5618685. Lamb sponsored by Kelly Dearborn.
FRIDAY, JULY 25 - SUNDAY, JULY 27
• Kindersley Claybusters Registered Trap Shoot at the Kindersley Wildlife Federation Shooting Range starting at 1:00 PM on Friday. For info please contact Dan Kachmarski at 306-463-7207.
- Parkinson’s Support Group Meetings are held the second Wednesday of the month 1:30 PM at
401 - 4th Ave West (New Life Church). Everyone welcome! For more info call Nancy at 306-4634514.
- Monday Night Jam Sessions at the Norman Ritchie Community Centre. Doors open at 6:30 to set-up, then the fun begins at 7-11 PM. Call Keith 306-460-8633.
- Interested in a support group for weight management? TOPS meetings; every Monday at 6:00 PM in the Kindersley Senior Centre OR contact Jill at 306-463-4210.
- Pickleball meets Monday & Wednesday evenings 7:00-9:00 PM at the outdoor courts (in the Curling Rink if inclement weather). Cost is $50 for the season or $5 drop in. Our club is a part of Pathway To Wellness. More info call Teresa Knight 306-460-7304.
- Fit Fighter Group Class. Helping individuals with Parkinson Disease, Fibromyalgia, MS, Arthritis and mobility issues. Monday, Wednesday, Friday 10:00 AM at Anytime Fitness. Call Karen 463-3607 for more info.
- 365 Kindersley Air Cadets meet Thursday evenings at the Kindersley Museum. No charge to be a member, youth ages 12-18, must be a Canadian resident. Contact Ian Kehrer via text at 306-460-0057 or Sheila Kehrer via text 306604-9044. Come Fly With Us!
• Every Saturday: Mom N Tots Morning 10:00
- 10:30 AM at the Norman Ritchie Community Centre. Registration required: Kindersleymusic@outlook.com
• Every Tuesday: Community Badminton 6:30 - 9:00 PM at Westberry School. Everybody welcome.
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• Spring Tea! The WSCH Ladies Auxiliary asks you to join them at 2:00 PM for entertainment, refreshments, cake and fellowship at the WSCH. Silver collection. Door prizes.
- Cards & Coffee. Come out and play cards! Every Tuesday afternoon 2:00-4:00 PM at the Leader Friendship Centre. No cost.
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ARIES (March 21 to April 19) Lots of possibilities begin to open up by midweek. Some seem more appealing than others, but wait for more facts to emerge later on before you consider which to choose.
TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Bravo to the determined Bovine! While others might give up, you continue to search for answers. Expect your Taurean tenacity to begin paying off by week’s end.
GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) You might want to consider stepping back from the task at hand for a while. This could help you get a better perspective on what you’ve done and what still needs to be done.
CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Your keen Cancerian insight should help you determine whether a new offer is solid or just more fluff ‘n’ stuff. The clues are all there, waiting for you to find them.
LEO (July 23 to August 22) Being ignored is difficult for any proud Leo or Leona, but pushing yourself back into the spotlight might be unwise. Instead, let things work themselves out at their own pace.
VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) Trying to uncover a colleague’s secret under the pretext of showing concern is ill-advised. Control your curiosity in order to avoid raising resentment in the workplace.
LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) Expect to hear good news about a loved one. Also, be prepared for some changes in several family relationships that could develop from this lucky turn of events.
SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) Some surprises are expected to accompany a number of changes that will continue through part of next week. At least one could involve a romantic situation.
SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) You might be upset by some of your critics. But most of your associates continue to have faith in your ability to get the job done and done well.
CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) A workplace goal that suddenly seems out of reach is no problem for the sure-footed Goat, who moves steadily forward despite any obstacles placed in their way.
AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) Uncertainty about who is right and who isn’t might keep you from making a clear-cut decision. Wait until you know more about what you’re being asked to decide.
PISCES (February 19 to March 20) Be careful to keep your emotions in check when dealing with a demanding personal situation. You need to set an example of strength for others to follow.
BORN THIS WEEK: You have an extraordinary ability to rally people to do their best. You would be a treasure as a teacher.
Super Spud
~ Folks in Richmond, Virginia, were treated to a starchy sight on May 13 as a 4-ton potato made a stop as part of its 13th year of cross-county touring, WRIC-TV reported. The tour, sponsored by the Idaho Potato Commission, started in 2012 as a one-year campaign, but it was so popular the tater has been on the road ever since, promoting the American Heart Association and American Diabetes Association.
Jailed Jedi
~ Aidan Orion White, 25, of Auburn, Nebraska, went to jail on April 28 on charges of felony assault after he struck Saundra Lunzmann, 37, and her daughter, 7, with his “Star Wars” light saber. The little girl was playing with other children when White allegedly hit her, The Smoking Gun reported. When the mother yelled at him, he charged her and struck her in the arm with his weapon. Both victims said they experienced pain from the attacks. Police seized the “higher quality device ... constructed of metal and thick plastic” after White ad-
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mitted hitting the victims, whom he blamed for a rise in his rent. A judge has ordered a competency evaluation.
Boozy Blunder
~ A kindergartener in the Greater Johnstown (Pennsylvania) School District brought treats to school on May 14, WJAC-TV reported. Sweet! Unfortunately, the tasty items were Jell-O shots, with alcohol, that three fellow students enjoyed. When school officials learned about the shots, “immediate action was taken,” with the kids going to the nurse’s office and then to a local hospital for evaluation “out of an abundance of caution.” The district said it is working with authorities to find out how the student came into possession of the shots.
Cursed?
~ In an astonishing patch of bad luck -- or was it? -- an 83-year-old driver from Pomona, New York, has run his car into the same bank, with the same car, on the same day of the week twice within six weeks. The Briarcliff Daily Voice reported that on May 2, an unnamed driver ran into the Webster Bank in Nanuet and sustained minor injuries. The same driver also hit the bank on March 21, crashing through a plate-glass window in the front of the building. In the latest incident, the car crashed through the plywood covering the damage from the first hit. After the March crash, the driver said he thought his car had been in park when he stepped on the gas. He mistook the brake for the accelerator in the second incident.
Carpet Man
~ Veteran New York City denizens are familiar with a character called Kevin Carpet who has reportedly been around since the early aughts, according to the New York Post. Kevin is a performance artist who likes to wrap himself in a piece of carpet and lie on the ground where people will step on or over him. “This is not a fetish for me,” he said. “It’s a Zen-type state. I’m feeling the people, hearing what they’re talking about.” Some even remember him from the club scene. “It’s amazing he’s still around,” said one commenter on a May 4 TikTok post. Others call him “perverted” and “sick,” but one deadpanned, “That’s just Kevin Carpet.”
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Beck writes federal ministers to repeal Bill C-69
revise the Clean Electricity Regulations
BY BRIAN ZINCHUK
REGINA – As the sitting resumes in the House of Commons, Saskatchewan NDP Leader Carla Beck sent five letters to a total of nine ministers in Carney’s cabinet calling for action on Saskatchewan issues that have too often been ignored by federal governments of all stripes.
“Canadians were incredibly frustrated with Justin Trudeau’s government and his failure to deliver results on important files,” said Beck in a release. “It’s no secret that this frustration was felt more strongly in Saskatchewan than anywhere else in Canada.
“We need to see real progress on these critical issues facing our country. This is a critical moment of consensus, where we can focus on our future and get generational projects built.”
Beck’s federal priorities include:
• Changing the equalization formula to be fairer for Saskatchewan
• Making generational investments in infrastructure to get Saskatchewan’s ex-
ports to new markets, including more rail lines, pipelines and power lines
• Renewing the $10/day childcare agreement
• Repealing Bill C-69 and revising the Clean Electricity Regulations
• Building a stronger relationship with Indigenous peoples based on action, not just promises
• Protecting workers and businesses from the impact of tariffs while working day and night to get them removed
“The new Prime Minister has committed to a new approach, and I am optimistic that his commitment will be met by real action by this new government on the issues that matter most to people in my province,” Beck said.
“Our economy needs to be more resilient in the face of Donald Trump’s threats and the people of Western Canada deserve to see a bright future for themselves by staying in a strong and united Canada.”
Here is Beck’s letter to the minister of Environment and Climate Change, and Energy and Natural Resources, verbatim. Note that it is CC’d to Buckley Belanger, newly-minted Secretary of State for Rural Affairs, who until recently was a member of Beck’s caucus in the Saskatchewan NDP.
Dear Minister Hodgson and Minister Dabrusin:
On behalf of Saskatchewan’s Official Opposition, I wish to congratulate you on your appointment to the Prime Minister’s cabinet.
Canadians were incredibly frustrated with Justin Trudeau’s government and his failure to deliver results on important files. It’s no secret that this frustration was felt more strongly in Saskatchewan than anywhere else in Canada. The new Prime Minister has committed to a new approach, and I am optimistic that his commitment will be met by real action by this new government on the issues that matter most to people in my province.
As the federal ministers responsible for natural resource development and environmental protection, Saskatchewan people are counting on you to reverse course on many of the damaging policies of the Trudeau government – policies that, broadly, moved too far and too fast for Saskatchewan’s economy. The federal government’s Clean Electricity Regulations need to be revised with realistic goals for provinces like Saskatchewan
that rely on fossil fuels for power generation. The unconstitutional and damaging changes brought into force by Bill C-69 need to be repealed. Federal investments will be needed to build new interties and increase SaskPower’s generation capacity, including renewables, to power our economy and enhance our energy and national security. Clear and predictable assessment frameworks are needed so that Canada can attract the investment needed to develop our world-class resources and build the pipelines, rail lines, and power lines needed to get those products to market.
Our country faces serious threats to our sovereignty and national unity today. To our south, the Trump administration threatens to make Canada the 51st state and separatists in Western Canada are organizing today to try and break our country apart. Addressing both of these threats will require the new government – and your two ministries specifically – to get to work on unlocking the full potential of our natural resources and the Canadian economy.
Thank you for your attention to these important matters for people in Saskatchewan and across Canada. I look forward to seeing real progress on these critical issues facing our country.
Sincerely, Carla Beck, M.L.A.
Leader of the Official Opposition cc: The Honourable Buckley Belanger, P.C., E.C.S., M.P.
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Please consider this your invitation to join us for our Annual General Meeting as we celebrate another year of service delivery, staffing achievements, partnerships, agency growth and gearing up for continued success. June 18, 2025 7:00 pm 105 Colton Drive Kindersley, SK For more information, please contact us by phone at (306)463-6655 or email at crisis@westcentralcrisis.ca
Two rednecks are out hunting, and as they’re walking along they come upon a huge hole in the ground. They approach it and are amazed by the size of it.
The first hunter says, “Wow, that’s some hole. I can’t even see the bottom. I wonder how deep it is?”
The second hunter says,” I don’t know, let’s throw something down and listen and see how long it takes to hit bottom.”
The first hunter says, “There’s an old gearbox over there, give me a hand and we’ll throw it in and see”.
So they pick it up and carry it over, and count one, and two and three, and throw it in the hole.
They are standing there listening and looking over the edge and they hear a rustling in the brush behind them. As they turn around they see a goat come crashing through the brush, run up to the hole with no hesitation, and jump in headfirst.
While they are standing there looking at each other, then gazing into the hole, and trying to figure out what that was all about, an old farmer walks up.
“Say there”, says the farmer, “You fellers didn’t happen to see my goat around here anywhere, did you?”
The first hunter says “Funny you should ask, but we were just standing here a minute ago and a goat came running out of the bushes doin’ about a hunert miles an hour and jumped headfirst into this hole here!”
And the old farmer said... “Why that’s impossible, I had him chained to an old gearbox!”
A number of years ago, the Seattle Symphony was doing Beethoven’s Ninth under the baton of Milton Katims.
At this point, you must understand two things:
There’s a long segment in this symphony where the bass violins don’t have a thing to do. Not a single note for page after page.
There used to be a tavern called Dez’s 400, right across the street from the Seattle Opera House, rather favored by local musicians.
It had been decided that during this performance, after the bass players had played their parts in the opening of the Ninth, they were to quietly lay down their instruments and leave the stage rather than sit on their stools looking and feeling dumb for twenty minutes.
Once they got backstage, someone suggested that they trot across the street and quaff a few brews. After they had downed the first couple rounds, one said, “Shouldn’t we be getting back? It’d be awfully embarrassing if we were late.”
Another, presumably the one who suggested this excursion in the first place, replied, “Oh, I anticipated we could use a little more time, so I tied a string around the last pages of the conductor’s score. When he gets down to there, Milton’s going to have to slow the tempo way down while he waves the baton with one hand and fumbles with the string with the other.”
So they had another round and finally returned to the Opera House, a little tipsy by now. However, as they came back on stage, one look at their conductor’s face told them they were in serious trouble. Katims was furious! And why not? After all...
It was the bottom of the Ninth, the score was tied, and the basses were loaded. *****************************************
Just went to Starbucks and the barista was wearing a face mask.
I asked “Why are you wearing a surgical mask?”
She said “I’m not. It’s a coughy filter.”
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• On June 9, 1934, Donald Duck made his cinema debut in Disney’s “The Wise Little Hen,” along with his pal Peter Pig. The pair do their best to get out of helping Mrs. Hen plant corn by faking tummy troubles, but she teaches them a lesson (not to mention repentance) with the help of some castor oil.
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• On June 10, 2015, Juan Felipe Herrera, a prize-winning author and the son of migrant farmworkers, whose mother recited poetry and taught him songs from the Mexican Revolution, became America’s first Latino poet laureate.
Harney and Jessica Biel star in “the
• On June 11, 1949, country singer Hank Williams Sr. delivered such an electrifying performance when he made his first Grand Ole Opry radio broadcast that he was called out for six encores and the audience had to be implored not to call for any more in order for the show to continue.
• On June 12, 1975, India’s prime minister, Indira Gandhi, was found guilty of electoral corruption in her 1971 campaign. Despite calls for her resignation, she refused to resign and later declared martial law after public demonstrations threatened to overturn her administration.
• On June 13, 2006, jurors began deliberations in the trial of Susan Polk for the 2002 murder of her husband, psychotherapist Felix Polk. The couple had raised three sons together and were in the middle of a contentious divorce at the time of his death. Two of the sons testified against their mother at the trial, which ended in her conviction and incarceration.
• On June 14, 1777, the Continental Congress adopted a resolution stating that “the flag of the United States be 13 alternate stripes red and white” and that “the Union be 13 stars, white in a blue field, representing a new constellation.” Known eventually as the “Stars and Stripes,” it was based on the Grand Union flag, which was carried by the Continental Army in 1776 and also contained 13 red-and-white stripes.
• On June 15, 1667, French physician Jean-Baptiste Denis performed the first blood transfusion on a feverish boy, using lamb’s blood. The boy recovered, but two other patients died after the procedure, leading to centurieslong bans on it.
“2025 American Music Awards” (TV-PG) — Jennifer Lopez, the queen of everything in her mind, is hosting the 2025 American Music Awards ceremony this year, her second time after hosting back in 2015. Taking place at the Fontainebleau Las Vegas, the ceremony will be airing live on May 26 but can, of course, be streamed on demand afterward if you miss the live show. Recent Super Bowl halftime show headliner Kendrick Lamar leads with 10 nominations for the fan-voted award show, including Artist of the Year and Song of the Year (“Not Like Us”). Performers include artists like Benson Boone, Gwen Stefani, Gloria Estefan and The Weeknd. Meanwhile, Janet Jackson will be presented with the Icon Award. (Paramount+)
“The Better Sister” (TV-MA) — Jessica Biel’s last lead television role was in the 2022 crime-drama series “Candy,” but it seems that television suits Biel more than movies, as evidenced by her performance in this upcoming thriller series premiering May 29. The series picks up as Biel’s character, Chloe, stumbles upon her husband’s dead body. Following the aftermath of his murder, which appears to be a “burglary gone wrong,” Chloe’s estranged sister, Nicky (Elizabeth Banks), shows up at her door to lend her support, even though she has her own string of issues. These two opposite sisters being forced together only adds to the increasing tension as the police work to solve the murder.
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“Tucci in Italy” (TV-PG) — About
a month ago, Stanley Tucci’s “Searching for Italy” lifestyle series from 2021-2022 was highlighted in this column, and now the follow-up series to the show has premiered with three episodes available to stream right now! Starting off in the Italian regions of Tuscany, Lombardy, and Trentino-Alto Adige, Tucci explores the cuisine, culture and history that has become an important of these regions. He ends his five-episode show with Abruzzo and Lazio, but don’t be surprised if Tucci continues to find ways to showcase the great dishes the country has to offer and share his love of Italian food with us. (Disney+)
“Netflix Tudum 2025” (TV-MA) — In 2020, Netflix held its first global fan event called Tudum. It took place in Sao Paulo, Brazil, and featured celebrities from its biggest shows at the time, like Lana Candor and Noah Centineo (“To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before”). Now the event has evolved to include live performances and will stream for fans all over the world to enjoy from the comfort of their homes. Lady Gaga, who recently dropped the album “Mayhem,” will be performing a song from the album, and stars from shows like “Squid Game,” “Stranger Things,” “Outer Banks” and more will be present for interviews and exclusive news. This is not a night to miss for the dedicated Netflix fans out there! (Netflix) © 2025 King Features Synd., Inc.
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From left, Elizabeth Banks, Michael Harney and Jessica Biel star in “The Better Sister.”
Q:I was watching the original “Dexter” series. Who played the “Ice Truck Killer” in the first season? He’s really good. I’m surprised he isn’t a bigger star after this role. — L.K.
A:Theactor who played the serial killer in season one of “Dexter” is Christian Camargo. He’s been acting steadily since but nothing that really showcases his talents like “Dexter.” (Maybe he can play a “Batman” villain someday?) He’s mostly gueststarred on several notable primetime series like “The Good Wife” and “Elementary.” He’s also appeared in the Academy-Award-winning film “The Hurt Locker” and two of the “Twilight” blockbuster films.
Since “Dexter,” he’s landed recurring or contract roles on two series: Showtime’s “Penny Dreadful” with Eva Green and Apple TV+’s “See” with Jason Momoa. His upcoming projects are listed as a series titled “Camelot” and the comedy “Big Mike’s Cabin.” So far, it hasn’t been announced if he’ll appear in the upcoming sequel series “Dexter: Resurrection” like John Lithgow and Jimmy Smits, despite their characters’ deceased status in the original series.
Q:How did “Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage” do in the ratings compared to “Young Sheldon”? Will it be back for another season? — K.C.
A:“Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage” is a spin-off on CBS focusing on kid genius Sheldon’s (Iain Armitage) older brother, his wife and her family. It won its time slot with 6.6 million viewers tuning in to CBS for its premiere episode this past October. The series finale of “Young Sheldon” drew 8.95 million viewers. “Georgie & Mandy” is a certified hit, however, and will return for its sophomore season.
The new season is said to focus on Georgie’s ownership of the auto shop and Mandy’s career as a local news broadcaster. While “Young Sheldon’s” Zoe Perry and Annie Potts guest-starred in the first season of the spin-off, Armitage did not. Perhaps this will change in the upcoming season.
Q:What ever happened to Thomas Gibson? I was hoping that his character would be back for the new “Criminal Minds,” but he’s completely disappeared. — G.S.
A:Before
“Criminal Minds,” Thomas Gibson starred in the hit sitcom “Dharma & Greg” without any reported issues. However, he was written out of the CBS series “Criminal Minds” after the 12th season due to being fired from the show for an on-set altercation with a producer. His character, Aaron Hotchner, went into the Witness Protection Program with his son after being targeted by a serial killer. The show went on for three more seasons on CBS and was then rebooted as “Criminal Minds: Evolution,” where it currently airs on Paramount+.
Gibson likely made a big chunk of change while starring on the show for over a decade and probably doesn’t have to work again. His acting credits stop in 2019 with the movie “Shadow Wolves,” but it’s not known whether his career was halted by choice or if he’s been blackballed by the industry. He does have one upcoming project — “The Writer’s Bible,” which he’s not only starring in but also directing.
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Christian Camargo in “Dexter”
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Celebrate Summer in Style with Classic Crab Imperial
Summer is nearly here, and with it, all the special occasions that call for something a little extra (without totally breaking the bank!). Whether it’s a backyard birthday, a beachside bridal shower or just Tuesday on the patio with friends and chilled wine, sometimes you want to serve something that says this moment matters.
Introducing Crab Imperial — a dish so luxurious it practically wears pearls. Born in the coastal kitchens of Maryland in the late 1800s, Crab Imperial is one of the East Coast’s most elegant ways to showcase its prized blue crab. This isn’t a crab cake. This is tender, sweet crab meat folded into a creamy, savory sauce, tucked into ramekins, topped with a golden breadcrumb crown and baked until bubbly. It’s rich, delicate and timeless.
and a half cup of extra breadcrumbs to bulk it out without sacrificing flavor. And if you do buy imitation crab for other recipes, look for versions made from wild-caught Alaskan pollock — it’s the most sustainable option.
CRAB IMPERIAL
Yield: 8 appetizer servings
Total Time: 30 minutes
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning + more for garnish
1 teaspoon Italian parsley, finely minced
1 large egg lightly beaten
1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
1 pound (16 ounces) jumbo lump crab meat
1 teaspoon butter, melted
1 tablespoon panko breadcrumb
Lemon wedges, toast points, sliced baguette or crackers for serving
dishes of your choice, using ramekins or small casserole dishes. You can make four 6-ounce (practically a meal) servings or eight 3-ounce appetizer servings.
In a small bowl mix the melted butter with the breadcrumbs. Sprinkle this lightly over each portion, then top the crab imperial with a dash of Old Bay.
Bake in 350 F oven for 20 minutes as the tops turn golden brown, or until a thermometer gets an internal reading of 165 degrees to be sure the egg in this recipe is fully cooked.
Optional but highly recommended: Pour a glass of something cold and celebratory. Sparkling wine pairs beautifully, but honestly, even lemonade feels festive with a bite of this indulgent delight.
A Few Words About Krab Now, let’s address the crustacean in the room. Real crab can be pricey, and you might be tempted to substitute imitation crab — aka krab with a “k.” I get it! I use it in plenty of recipes myself. But not here. This dish is a treat, and you deserve the real thing.
That said, this recipe is a clever way to stretch a pound of crab meat to feed up to eight people. If you need to extend it further, add another egg yolk
Preheat oven to 350 F.
In a mixing bowl, stir mayonnaise, egg, sugar, Old Bay, lemon juice and parsley together, and blend well. Gently fold crab meat into the sauce, being careful not to break up crab meat any more than absolutely necessary.
Divide portions among the baking
While Crab Imperial is often served as a luxe appetizer, it can also be the star of a special-occasion meal. Try spooning it over grilled chicken breast or steak for a showstopping entree, or use it as a filling for mushrooms. Serve it alongside a crisp green salad, seasonal grilled vegetables or a chilled asparagus platter for an elegant summer supper. For brunch, pair smaller portions with poached eggs and toasted English muffins — essentially a Maryland-style Benedict. And don’t forget the drinks: Champagne or a buttery chardonnay is classic, but a dry rosé or citrusy mocktail would be just as lovely. ***
Lifestyle expert Patti Diamond is the penny-pinching, party-planning, recipe developer and content creator of the website Divas On A Dime — Where Frugal, Meets Fabulous! Visit Patti at www.divasonadime. com and join the conversation on Facebook at DivasOnADimeDotCom. Email Patti at divapatti@divasonadime.com
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Crab Imperial is rich, golden and surprisingly easy to make at home.