Carlyle Observer

By Shelley Luedtke How long would you stand in line to meet a celebrity, to check out the latest thrill ride, or buy the newest iPhone? Would any amount of time be warranted? It’s funny what we’ll stand in line for. Or what we won’t.

(photo submitted) On Nov. 15 Salon 206 in Carlyle hosted a Customer Appreciation Night and asked anyone attending to bring a Shoebox full of goodies for the Shoebox Project.

Submitted by Staff. Sgt. Darren Simons We were in Red Serge numerous times attending Remembrance Day Services throughout our Detachment area.

By Linda Wegner Since I formally semi-retired from my writing career, I’ve developed a genuine enjoyment of doing crossword puzzles.

Submitted Church bells in Kisbey tolled 100 times at sunset on Remembrance Day as part of the Bells of Peace ceremony held in hundreds of communities across Canada marking the 100 th anniversary of the end of World War 1.

Submitted by Michele Amy “But the band gets paid, right?” asked Laurie Fornwald.

TIGER VS. PHIL: DID ANYBODY REALLY CARE? By Bruce Penton Chances are good that you’re $19.95 wealthier today because you didn't plunk down that amount to watch the Tiger-vs.-Phil pay-per-view golf extravaganza — “The Match” — on the Friday of the U.

Calendars and Yearbooks Gordon F Kells Community calendar (formerly the Lion's calendar) is being developed. Advertising can be purchased for $50.

By Bruce Penton Colorado Avalanche may not be near the top of the National Hockey League standings, and indeed, they’re a longshot for Stanley Cup consideration, but there’s little argument the top line in the league resides in Denver.

Submitted by Michele Amy Well, Hallowe’en has come and gone, so now is a great time to repurpose those costuming skills as we approach Carlyle Dickens Festival! Just think how fancy the town looks that weekend, with so many folks in costume and main