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Jefferson County Leader - Oct. 15

Jefferson County Leader - Oct. 15

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Friday, October 16, 2026
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15 satisfying comfort food picks that made my dad skip his usual order at the diner

  • Jenn Allen
  • 6 hrs ago

When the usual diner order sounds good but staying home sounds better, these 15 hearty recipes bring casseroles, pork chops, burgers, mac and cheese, breakfast bakes, and fried chicken to the table.

The post 15 satisfying comfort food picks that made my dad skip his usual order at the diner appeared first on Food Drink Life.

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17 ground beef dinners that made “I’m not that hungry” mysteriously disappear

  • Jenn Allen
  • Oct 12, 2026

These 17 beef recipes bring meatballs, casseroles, burgers, tacos, stew, pasta, and cheesy skillet dishes to the table for nights when a small appetite suddenly turns into seconds.

The post 17 ground beef dinners that made “I’m not that hungry” mysteriously disappear appeared first on Food Drink Life.

Calendar of Events June 4-11
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Calendar of Events June 4-11

  • Jun 4, 2026
  • 13 min to read

Thursday, June 4

My Leader Yummy: Grilled Ham Slice with Ruby Apricot Sauce and Oatmeal Carmelitas Cookies
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My Leader Yummy: Grilled Ham Slice with Ruby Apricot Sauce and Oatmeal Carmelitas Cookies

  • By Kathleen Brotherton
  • May 23, 2026

It’s barbecue season once again and if you’re looking for a new twist to something on the grill instead of the usual hamburgers, hot dogs or p…

Calendar of Events Oct. 23-30
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Calendar of Events Oct. 23-30

  • Oct 23, 2025
  • 12 min to read

Thursday, Oct. 23

Calendar of Events Aug. 14-21
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Calendar of Events Aug. 14-21

  • Aug 14, 2025
  • 9 min to read

Thursday, Aug. 14

Cafe Smok N Pi serves barbeque and more in family-friendly place
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Cafe Smok N Pi serves barbeque and more in family-friendly place

  • By Goldie Lowe
  • Aug 6, 2025
  • 1 min to read

Cafe Smok N Pi, 12636 Hwy. 21, in De Soto offers a family-friendly environment where customers may enjoy pizza, barbeque and more, said Bill C…

My Leader Yummy – Hamburger Cheese Bake, Old-Fashioned Strawberry Dessert
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My Leader Yummy – Hamburger Cheese Bake, Old-Fashioned Strawberry Dessert

  • By Kathleen Brotherton
  • Jun 28, 2025

Independence Day celebrations will soon be here, and if you’re looking for a couple of great recipes to take along to a potluck lunch or dinne…

Calendar of Events June 18-26
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Calendar of Events June 18-26

  • Jun 18, 2025
  • 10 min to read

Wednesday, June 18

My Leader Yummy – Meatball Pasta Soup, Hot Ham ‘N’ Cheese Sandwiches
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My Leader Yummy – Meatball Pasta Soup, Hot Ham ‘N’ Cheese Sandwiches

  • By Kathleen Brotherton
  • Mar 1, 2025

Winter will still be with us for several more weeks. On those cold and, possibly, snowy days, we often crave a steamy bowl of hearty soup.

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• Jefferson County Leader: ISSN 3064-948X (Print) ISSN 3064-9498 (Online) • Arnold-Imperial Leader: ISSN 2998-078X (Print) ISSN 2998-0798 (Online) • West Side Leader: ISSN 2998-0828 (Print) ISSN 2998-0836 (Online) • Eureka Leader: ISSN 2998-0801 (Print) ISSN 2998-081X (Online)

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