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It’s Come to This
We all know that Amazon has EVERYTHING, which apparently now includes ready-to-assemble homes, the Mirror reported on Nov. 5. Content creator Nathan Graham ordered the compact home, which showed up in the signature smiley-arrow box. He spent about $39,000, which included a bathroom, kitchen, windows and furniture. The metal home just needed to be unfolded and snapped into place to be livable. “This thing is so easy to build,” Graham said. But another customer was less impressed -- at only 5-feet-8, he said he could touch the ceilings. “I’m actually going to Airbnb it,” he said. Just to short people?
Awwwww!
Perhaps it was wedding day jitters for father of the bride Neil Crossley, 60, People magazine reported on Nov. 5. As Crossley sped down the aisle in Yorkshire, England, and arrived at the altar, he realized something was missing: his daughter, the bride. “It was just pure miscommunication between my dad and the staff,” Amy Totty, the bride, said. A staff member followed him down the aisle and guided him back to his daughter as the congregation and family had a good laugh. “It was a special moment none of us will forget,” Totty said.
The Passing Parade
A resort in the Philippines has unveiled its new 15-room hotel, which businessman Ricardo Cano Gwapo Tan said he wanted to have a “wow factor that can really leave a footprint of admiration to the public,” United Press International reported on Nov. 5. The building is shaped like a rooster -- in fact, it’s the world’s largest building in the shape of a chicken, according to Guinness
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World Records, at 114 feet, 7 inches tall. Tan said the rooster’s shape is a tribute to the local culture. “It looks calm and commanding, imposing and strong, which reflects the attitude of our people,” he said.
Irony
William Hoesch, 71, filed a lawsuit on Oct. 24 against Columbia River (Oregon) Fire & Rescue, the New York Post reported. Hoesch alleges that in October 2022, as he rode his bike through Rainier, an ambulance slammed into him, breaking his nose and destroying his bike, then billed him nearly $2,000 for the ride to the hospital. The driver, who was moving at less than 10 mph, heard a thump and then rushed the biker to the hospital. Hoesch also incurred about $100,000 in medical expenses and suffers from permanent injuries such as “decreased range of motion” and “reduced grip.” He is seeking almost $1 million for pain and suffering, along with coverage of his medical bills.
Ewwwww!
In October in Sydney, Australia, beachgoers were confronted with mysterious black balls that had washed up on the beaches, CNN reported. Authorities closed the beaches and assumed the balls were unrefined oil from a spill. Now, scientists at the University of New South Wales have discovered what exactly the balls are -- and it’s not pretty. The orbs are mini “fatbergs” -- human feces, methamphetamine, human hair, fatty acids and food waste, among other gross ingredients. “They smell worse than anything you’ve ever smelt,” said lead investigator Jon Beves. The EPA guesses that the bergs came from “a source that releases mixed waste,” but “testing has not been able to confirm their exact origin.” Bleh.
KID’S CLUB
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BIRTHDAYS FOR NOVEMBER 24-30
Noah Mandel
Lambertus Van Basten
Jacob St. Denis
Evelyn DeCaire
Falyn Beaudry
Hannah Newmeyer
Samuel Wiebe
Aliya Orton
Hector Mazzei
Aneira Allen
William Hanna
Blake Miller
Korbin Massey
Payton Klarenbach
Kid’s Korner
ARIES (March 21 to April 19) Try to be patient as a troubling matter at work is dealt with a step at a time. Progress toward a resolution might seem slow, but it’s sure and steady.
TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Be careful not to let misplaced loyalty to a friend cloud your usually good judgment. Be true to your principles — they won’t ever let you down.
GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) A seeming inability to make a decision can sometimes work to your advantage. Use the time to reassess the situation, then act on the facts you uncover.
CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Good news! A personal matter you thought would never improve suddenly takes on a more positive aspect. Things brighten up at your workplace as well.
LEO (July 23 to August 22) Don’t huddle alone in your den to nurse those hurt feelings. Instead, get out and enjoy the company of family and friends. Remember, lions thrive in a pride!
VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) An old health problem recurs, but quick attention soon puts everything right. Meanwhile, plans for the upcoming holidays might need to be changed. Stay flexible!
LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) A project you started earlier this year begins to be noticed by the “right people.” Expect to get some heartening news by year’s end!
SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) It’s relationship repair time for both single and married Scorpions. Patch up the weak spots and renew your commitment to your partner or spouse.
SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) Love and marriage aspects are strong for both paired and single Archers. The latter can expect romantic overtures from a loving Leo.
CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) Expect news about a business deal you weren’t sure about. In your personal life, a dispute with your spouse or partner is soon cleared up.
AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) You have a tendency to overdo it, especially at this time of the year. Ease up on those grand plans for the holidays and take more time for yourself.
PISCES (February 19 to March 20) Someone from your romantic past might want to renew your old relationship. While this might be what you were hoping for, weigh your decision carefully.
BORN THIS WEEK: You have a strong sense of truth and duty. You love to learn, and you love to teach. You make friends slowly, but your friendships last.
Primec Controls Canada now serving Alberta with expansion into Edmonton
BY BRIAN ZINCHUK
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ESTEVAN, EDMONTON – Estevan-based PRIMEC Controls Canada has announced their expansion into the Alberta market with the opening of a new operation in Edmonton.
The expansion will be led by Sean Mills, who will serve as Business Development Director for Alberta. This expansion will allow PRIMEC Controls Canada to grow their presence in Western Canada, offering a broad portfolio of industrial solutions to meet the growing demands of the region.
products we are key channel partners for,” he said.
The Edmonton-based operation will focus on the sales and support of PRIMEC’s represented products, including brands such as Sensia, Graco chemical injection solutions, Beaumont Manufacturing, Scadacore, OleumTech, Level Pro, Prime Compression Instrument air solutions. PRIMEC also has plans to further expand its product and service offerings in the future.
One of the driving factors in the expansion was PRIMEC being awarded the Sensia distributorship for all of Canada in the first quarter of 2024. Previously they held it for Saskatchewan and Manitoba.
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Originally known as Estevan Meter for over five decades, the company expanded into Virden, Manitoba with Virden Meter in 2012. They acquired Acutec Systems in 2015, and added Apollo Electric in 2017. They expanded into North Dakota with PRIMEC Controls LLC in 2021. In January of 2022 the company adopted the name PRIMEC Controls for all operations.
Primec took possession of its Edmonton shop on Nov. 1 in Looma, Alberta, a hamlet located southeast of Edmonton. It’s due south of Sherwood Park on Highway 21, and east of Nisku and Beaumont.
Doug Martens, president and CEO of PRIMEC Controls Canada, expressed his enthusiasm for the expansion, saying, “We are excited to bring PRIMEC’s expertise and product offerings to Alberta. The Edmonton operation marks a significant milestone in our growth strategy, allowing us to better serve our customers in Western Canada. Sean brings a wealth of experience and local knowledge to the team, and we are looking forward to growing our Alberta operation with his leadership.”
He told Pipeline Online, “Initially the primary focus is going to be product sales for
The plan is to eventually add warehousing staff for Edmonton location, and then, further down the road, possibly growing the company’s footprint to other locations in Alberta. Martens said he would hope to see three or four staff based out of Edmonton in a year or so.
It’s a big step, moving that far west. “We have been selling some product into Alberta for a number of years,” Martens said.
“We would look for merger and acquisition opportunities as they present themselves,” he added.
Sean Mills, PRIMEC Controls Canada’s Business Development Director for Alberta, added, “I am thrilled to join PRIMEC Controls Canada and lead our expansion into Alberta. The province offers tremendous opportunities, and I look forward to working closely with our customers to provide them with the quality solutions and expert service that PRIMEC is known for.”
Apex Distribution Inc.
Belitski Contracting Ltd.
Best Western Plus Kindersley Hotel
Big Sky Steel Fabricators (2002) Ltd.
Big Valley Sales
Bow-Way Electric
Brock Oil Ltd. (Red Sky Resources)
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Canalta Kindersley
Carl’s Mobile Welding
Dennis’ Welding Ltd.
Energy Dodge
Family Oilfield Services Ltd.
Fountain Tire (Kindersley)
Full Tilt Holdings
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Good To Go Rentals
Good To Go Trucking
GPE Fluids Management
Great Plains College
H & G Motel
Holland’s Hot Oiling
Insight Sign & Decal
Integra Tire
Jettco Trucking & Construction
J & H Rentals Ltd.
Jorann Safety
Kindersley Auto Value
Kindersley Bearing
Kindersley Inn
Kindersley Machine Services
Kodiak Sand & Gravel
Kyote Energy Services
Lufkin Downhole Pumps
Matrix Solutions Inc.
Mayhem Mechanical Ltd.
McKinnon Oilfield Ltd.
Merrington Safety
Mid Plains Diesel Ltd.
Mustang Safety Services Ltd.
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Prairie Cresting Company
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Reinbold Electric Ltd.
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Grandma Sally’s first great-grandchild was born and after a few weeks, when the parents need a break, she was given the job of watching her.
“Let me see the little cutie,” begs her friend Gerty.
“Not yet”, Sally responds.
When she again refuses five minutes later Gerty has had enough “what are you waiting for?” she fumed.
“I’m waiting for her to cry.”
“Why is that?” questioned Gerty.
“Well, because I forgot where I put her!”
A lady noticed an old happy man sitting on his porch.
“Excuse me” she said “I just couldn’t help noticing how happy you look. Tell me, what is the secret to your long happy life.”
“Well, the man responded, “I eat fatty foods, never exercise. I also smoke three packs of cigarettes a day, and drink about a case of whiskey a week”
“Wow” the women said “and how old are you?”
“Twenty eight!” he said.
Little Bob went with his mom to church every Sunday. One morning in the middle of the service Bob complained that he was feeling a bit queasy and was afraid he was going to throw up.
“No problem dear,” whispered his Mom in his ear, “just head on over to the bathroom on the other side of the Church, and take care of it there.”
Thirty seconds later Bob came back. “Did you go to the bathroom?” question his Mom.
“No need” responded Bob. “Right outside the door was a big box with a sign next to it ‘for the sick’, so I just did it in there!”
Sam walks into his boss’s office. “Sir, I’ll be straight with you, I know the economy isn’t great, but I have over three companies after me, and I would like to respectfully ask for a raise.”
After a few minutes of haggling the boss finally agrees to a 5% raise, and Sam happily gets up to leave.
“By the way”, asks the boss as Sam is getting up, “which three companies are after you?”
Sam replied, “The electric company, water company, and phone company.”
We have a genetic predisposition for diarrhea. It runs in our jeans.
Apparently, someone in London gets stabbed every 52 seconds. Poor guy.
I tried to catch fog yesterday. Mist.
Parallel lines have so much in common. It’s a shame they’ll never meet.
My wife accused me of being immature. I told her to get out of my fort.
I called a psychic once. She asked who was on the line, so I hung up.
I took the shell off my racing snail, thinking it would make him run faster. If anything, it made him more sluggish.
My cat ate two robins laying in the sun. He loves baskin’ robins.
The best time to make a dentist appointment is at tooth-hurty.
My doctor told me to get into shape. He should know ‘round’ is a shape.
A cow with no legs is ground beef.
Annual Christmas Carol Festival
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 1 @ 7:00 PM
St. Paul’s United Church, 502 Main St., Kindersley For further information or for anyone wishing to participate
Please contact Glenda Giles at 306-460-8031 or email glengi@sasktel.net
Eston Wheatland Centre presents
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Ticket Sales 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Draw at 7:30 PM
MOMENTS IN TIME ...
* On Dec. 2, 1972, the Temptations earned the last of their four chart-topping hits when “Papa Was a Rollin’ Stone” made it to No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100. The group was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 1989.
* On Dec. 3, 1984, an explosion at a Union Carbide pesticide plant in Bhopal, India, marked the worst industrial accident in history. At least 5,000 people died immediately, according to official estimates, while approximately 20,000 died over time and another half-million were injured when toxic gas enveloped the city.
er than those espoused by England or Germany and in which members engaged in the kind of fervent political debate characteristic of the school’s student life.
* On Dec. 6, 1961, Syracuse running back Ernie Davis became the first African American player to win the Heisman Trophy, beating out Ohio State fullback Bob Ferguson. Earlier that day Davis had met John F. Kennedy at the Waldorf Astoria Hotel in New York, remarking that he’d “never thought I’d ever be shaking the hand of the president of the United States.”
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* On Dec. 4, 1917, psychiatrist W.H.R. Rivers presented a report titled “The Repression of War Experience” to the Royal School of Medicine. The report was based on his work at the Craiglockhart War Hospital for Neurasthenic Officers, near Edinburgh, which was one of the most famous hospitals used to treat soldiers suffering psychological trauma after serving on the battlefield.
* On Dec. 7, 2001, the blockbuster remake of the 1960 film “Ocean’s Eleven” opened in theaters. Directed by Steven Soderbergh, it spawned the profitable sequels “Ocean’s Twelve” in 2004 and “Ocean’s Thirteen” in 2007.
* On Dec. 8, 1942, Jeannette Rankin, a committed pacifist and the first woman elected to Congress, cast the sole congressional vote against America’s declaration of war on Japan.
Thought for the Day:
Elizabeth Middle School’s production of November 26 @ 7:00 PM
* On Dec. 5, 1776, five students at Williamsburg, Virginia’s College of William & Mary gathered at Raleigh’s Tavern to found a new fraternity they called Phi Beta Kappa, which was intended to follow strictly American principles rath-
“Life is a great big canvas, and you should throw all the paint on it you can.” - Danny Kaye
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BROCK
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 30
• Broktoberfest Beer Festival (Brock Rink Fundraiser) at the Brock Community Hall. Silent Auction. Doors open 5:30. 6:30 Supper 8:00 PM Entertainment. $50 admission. No minors. Keg Beer. Contact Cody for tickets 306-460-9076. Lederhosen and drindl dresses welcomed!
EATONIA
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 27
• Stick Stakes Raffle LIVE draw date. Enter for a chance watch the Edmonton Oilers vs Las Vegas Golden Knights in Edmonton. Grand prize includes 4 game tickets, a 2-night stay at the Fantasy Land Hotel, and a $500 Visa giftcard! Tickets are $20 each and can be purchased from any Eatonia & District Recreation Board member. All proceeds will go to future Eatonia Pool projects.
- 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 the EOL Meeting Room. Contact Mila 306-480-2035.
ESTON
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 23
• Eston Players in Concert (EPIC) presents Tenors Galore in concert (one night only) an evening of music and song featuring Clayton Braybrook, Brian Shauf, Laurie Thompson and former Eston resident Aaron Ruston at the Eston Legion Hall. Dinner 6:30 PM. Performance: 8:30 PM. Tickets: $80/person available at the RM of Snipe Lake office starting Friday, November 1st. All proceeds to Dr. David S. Mulder Eston District Health Foundation Inc. in support of local family healthcare.
- Eston Wheatland Centre Chase the AceDraws every Wednesday at the Centre. Ticket sales 4-7 PM. Draw at 7:30 PM. See our Facebook page for details. Lic#LR240086
- Wheatland Centre Potluck Supper fourth Friday of each month 6:00 PM. $5.00. Bring your own utensils. Coffee & tea provided.
- Wheatland Centre Bingo - 1st & 3rd Thursday of the month 7:00 PM. Regular Bingo plus Bonanza, 50/50 Draw. Must be 14 years of age. Call 306-962-7117 (ask for Linda) for more info.
- Drop-In Basketball Thursdays 7:30-9:30 PM at ECS Gym. Minimum 12 years of age. No charge. Contact Jesse to be added to a group text for the program 306-583-9087.
KINDERSLEY
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 22
• Iron Horse Kindersley Klippers vs Melfort
Mustangs 7:30 PM at the Inter Pipeline Arena. SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 23
• Kindersley Screen Arts presents “Sing Sing” 4:00 PM at Sunset Theatre. $10 cash at the door. Sponsored by Speedy Auto Glass.
• Kindersley St. Joseph’s Catholic Church annual fall fundraiser 8:30 AM - 12:00 Noon. Come out for a hot breakfast of pancakes, sausages and scrambled eggs. Items for sale include garage sale items, bake sale table, used books and games. Frozen cabbage rolls, perogies and spring rolls can be ourchased as well from the kitchen. Donations of good used winter outerwear to be disbursed to those in need.
• Kindersley Klippers 8th Annual Sledge Hockey Tournament. Games starting at 8:00 AM. 7 Junior and Intermediate / Adult Teams playing. Free entry.
• Iron Horse Kindersley Klippers vs Melfort Mustangs 7:30 PM at the Inter Pipeline Arena. SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 24
• Kindersley Klippers 8th Annual Sledge Hockey Tournament. Games starting at 8:00 AM. 7 Junior and Intermediate / Adult Teams playing. Free entry.
TUES, NOV. 26, WED, NOV. 27, THURS, NOV. 28
• Elizabeth Middle School’s production of “Disney Aladdin Jr.” 7:00 PM at the school. $10 / ticket. Advanced tickets available at Prairie Rose Floral. Limited seating available.
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 30
• Kick-Off to Christmas! Kids Matinee featuring Despicable Me 4 (sponsored by Dr. Lonnie Brooks); Hot Chocolate sales by Better Together, Santa photos at the Masonic Lodge by Janine Smith. Tractor and Wagon Rides downtown courtesy of the Kindersley Museum and Rocky Mountain Equipment. Keep watching for further details.
• Kindersley Curling Club CURLSASK rotating 4’s Junior Fun-Spiel. Grades 4-12. Must register by November 15th. Contact Lexie at lexieadamson@hotmail.com to register. 6 end games - 4 player teams. $40/team.
• Iron Horse Kindersley Klippers vs Melville Millionaires 7:30 PM at the Inter Pipeline Arena.
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 1
• Annual Christmas Carol Festival presented by Kindersley and District Music Festival Association 7:00 PM at St. Paul’s United Church (502 Main Street). Free will offering. For further info or for anyone wishing to participate, please contact Glenda Giles at 306-460-8031 or email: glengi@sasktel.net. Entries must be in by November 26.
FRIDAY & SATURDAY, DECEMBER 6 & 7
• Kindersley Museum & Tourism Centre’s an-
nual Museum of Lights. Fridays Drive Thru and Saturdays Walk Thru.
- 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 Indoor Season meets Sunday & Wednesday evenings 7:00-9:00 PM at Elizabeth Middle School gym. Cost is $50 for the season or $5 drop in. More info call Teresa Knight 306460-7304.
- 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.
- The Prairie Crocus Quilt Guild meets on the second Tuesday of each month from September to May at 7:00 pm at the Kindersley Seniors Centre. All levels of quilters and quilt enthusiasts are welcome! If you are interested in joining the group or would like more information, please contact Regan Overand at 306460-6467.
- 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!
- Kindersley Library Lego Club will be held every Tuesday from 3:45-4:45 until February 11. For ages 8-14. Registration is limited to 15 children.
LEADER
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 25
• Soup & Bun Lunch 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM at the Leader Friendship Centre. Cost is $8.00. Held the 4th Monday of the month (except December).
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 27
• Dabber Bingo at the Leader Friendship Centre. Doors open at 6:30 PM. Bingo at 7:00 PM. Held the 4th Wednesday of the month (except December).
- 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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CATERING TO SENIOR NEEDS
* In 1674, the Women’s Petition Against Coffee claimed the beverage was turning British men into “useless corpse[s]” and proposed a ban on it for anyone under the age of 60.
* Eugene V. Debs ran for president in 1920 while serving a prison sentence in Atlanta Federal Penitentiary for his protests against World War I. He still captured nearly 1 million votes.
* The plot of “The Nightmare Before Christmas” was partly inspired by the collision of holiday store decorations.
* Cotton candy was invented in 1895 by candy maker John C. Wharton and dentist William Morrison, who called it “fairy floss” and sold thousands of servings at the St. Louis World’s Fair in 1904. It was renamed “cotton candy” in the 1920s by Josef Lascaux -- another dentist -- who sold the saccharine confection to his patients. Hmmm, sounds a little bit suspicious to us.
* In a study by the Smell and Taste Treatment Research Foundation, the scent women found most arousing was Good & Plenty candy mixed with cucumber.
* Arachibutyrophobia is the fear of peanut butter getting stuck to the roof of your mouth.
* Lancaster, Pennsylvania, was the U.S. capital for the shortest period of time, a mere day, on Sept. 27, 1777.
* Aretha Franklin’s voice was declared a “natural resource” of the state of Michigan.
* In 1967, supermodel Twiggy became the first celebrity to be immortalized as a Barbie doll. Other celebrity Barbies have included Cher, Elizabeth Taylor, Elvis and Priscilla Presley, and Nicki Minaj.
* A face with big eyes, a small nose and a small chin exhibits kinderschema: the collection of traits humans have evolved to find adorable.
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Thursday evenings 7:00 PM at the Kindersley & District Plains 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 at 306-604-9044. “Come Fly With Us”
Q:
Why is “Wicked” going to be a two-part film? How long was the Broadway musical? — E.L.
A:“Wicked” was originally a novel written by Gregory Maguire before it became a Broadway musical. The stage version is about 150 minutes, plus an intermission. Even if the movie translates the musical verbatim, it would still be a long film, but it might not require a second one. The reason that a second film, which will premiere in theaters in November 2025, is needed might be due to the film version including more elements from the book. (Also, it’s a great way for the studios to make more money.)
I personally believe that pro-shot musicals, which are filmed live musicals, are the best way to see a Broadway show on your screen. Disney+ did this with “Hamilton,” which allowed millions of people who couldn’t see the original cast on Broadway to experience the show.
Q:I heard that Claire Danes has a new show coming out. What network will it be on, and when does it start? — K.S.
A:“The Beast in Me” is the title of the upcoming limited series on Netflix — a mystery thriller starring Claire Danes (“Homeland”) and Matthew Rhys (“The Americans”). Danes plays an author who is grieving the loss of her child, when she gets distracted by a mystery surrounding her new neighbor. This neighbor is a real estate mogul who was once suspected of being involved in his wife’s disappearance.
The show is from the creative minds of Gabe Rotter (“The X-Files”) and Howard Gordon (“Homeland”). It won’t be released until sometime in 2025, but it has an impressive cast. In addition to Emmy award winners Danes and Rhys, the cast includes Jonathan Banks (“Breaking Bad”), Will Brill (“Fellow Travelers”), Kate Burton (“Grey’s Anatomy”), Bill Irwin (“Legion”), and Julie Ann Emery (“Better Call Saul”). ***
Q:I haven’t seen one of my favorite dancers, Mark Bal-
las, on “Dancing with the Stars” for a while. Is he taking a break and coming back in the future? — D.O.
A:Mark
Ballas actually returned as a guest judge on ABC’s “Dancing with the Stars” for season 33. The three-time Mirrorball champion joined the judges’ table alongside former “DWTS” pro Derek Hough, Carrie Ann Inaba, and Bruno Tonioli for just one episode. But he says that he’s open to more in the future.
Ballas announced at the end of a “DWTS” live tour in 2023 that it would be his final dance with a “celebrity partner.” Therefore, it’s doubtful that he’ll return to the ABC show as anything other than a judge.
Ballas is the son of two Latin ballroom professionals and teachers. His father, Corky, was a dance pro on “DWTS” for two seasons, having been paired with TV sitcom icons Cloris Leachman in season 7 and Florence Henderson in season 11. Ballas’ mother, Shirley, is a judge on “Strictly Come Dancing” in the United Kingdom.
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