By Peggy Carrier

There seems to be a lot of flu in our area. Have you had your flu shot? Let's keep all our sick ones in our prayers.

A couple of days of milder weather has been nice after the extreme cold and wind we've been having. Looks like some more cold has arrived.

Lofty Carrier fixed a delicious birthday lunch for his wife DaleLynn on Sunday. Others helping her celebrate were her son Skylar with daughters Jessica and Madison, Mr. and Mrs. Brian Carrier, Mr. and Mrs. Ward Carrier, Gabe Carrier and myself.

Katie and Eli Keith were visiting their grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Larry Keith, on Sunday and attended church with them.

Guess everyone was out enjoying the warmth and sunshine on Sunday afternoon. No one answered their phone anyway -- so news is almost nonexistent.

Jan. 29, 1861, Kansas became the 34th state.