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Marshall County Humane Society News

Spay/Neuter Clinic closed Wednesday for the holiday

It’s the season for the Fourth of July. I say “season” because the firecrackers are not confined to “the day.” They are going off as I write while it’s still June and they’ll keep popping and banging until the arsenals are exhausted. If your animals are as terrified of the noise as mine are you will bring the quaking creatures inside where, hopefully, the TV, AC, VCR and all those other acronym things will cover the racket and calm the critters. Your full service vet is a good source for help if your animal really has a problem.

If you’re a parent, my dogs would really appreciate your kids limiting the explosions.

For dog owners, pay attention to your pets. Keep them in a quiet area, keep water bowls full and be patient.

The Marshall County Humane Society sponsored, low-cost Spay/Neuter Clinic is closed this week for the holiday but we will be open again next Wednesday. Both kittens and puppies should be at least three months old. The procedure for cats is $30 for females and $25 for males. Prices for dogs begin at $40 for females and $35 for males 25 pounds and under and go up according to weight. For your appointment call 662-252-6196.

For information on adoptions, fostering and anything but the Spay/Neuter Clinic call 662-564-2900. Correspondence and donations should be mailed to the Marshall County Humane Society, P.O. Box 625, Holly Springs, MS 38635.

Recipes from Martha Ruth Leonard
Pillsbury Fast & Healthy
Chicken Quinoa Soup
1 tbsp. oil 1 cup chopped onion 2 cans ready-to-serve fat-free chicken broth with 1/3 less sodium (14-1/2 oz. cans) 3/4 cup uncooked quinoa 2 tsps. dried dill weed	1 cup thinly sliced carrots 4-1/2 cups sliced, fresh mushrooms 1 cup water 2 cups cubed, cooked chicken or turkey breast 1 cup frozen early June peas
In nonstick Dutch oven or large saucepan, heat oil over medium heat until hot. Add carrots and onions; cook 5-6 minutes or until onions are tender, stirring occasionally. Add mushrooms, cook and stir over medium-high heat for 1-2 minutes or until slightly soft. Stir in broth, water, chicken, quinoa and dill. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low; cover and cook 16-20 minutes or until quinoa is translucent and tender. Stir in peas; cook until thoroughly heated. 6 (1-1/2 cup) servings. Quinoa: An ancient grain with great flavor, potent nutrition, and convenience. A grain from the Andes, grown at over 11,000 feet in the Andes mountains of Ecuador. A small, round, yellow grain with a pleasant crunchy texture that cooks in just 12 minutes. A gluten free whole grain, rich in dietary fiber providing 45% daily value (DV). Best amino acid profile of all cereal grains. “Heart Healthy” whole grain.
Hominy Soup a la Mexicana
3/4 lb. extra-lean ground beef 2 15.5-oz. cans hominy, drained and rinsed 12-oz. bottle mild tomatillo or green taco sauce 2 tsps. dried basil or marjoram leaves	1/3 cup finely chopped red bell pepper 1 14-1/2-oz. can ready-to-serve vegetable or beef broth 2 cups water chopped fresh cilantro, if desired
In large nonstick pan or Dutch oven, cook ground beef and bell pepper over medium-high heat for 4-6 minutes or until beef is lightly browned, stirring occasionally. Remove beef mixture from saucepan, drain on paper towels. Return beef mixture to saucepan. Stir in all remaining ingredients except cilantro. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium; cover and cook 15 minutes to blend flavors. To serve, ladle soup into 6 individual soup bowls. Sprinkle each with cilantro.
Cinnamon Pear Pancakes
2 cups pancake mix 1-1/2 tsps. cinnamon 1 med. pear, peeled, finely chopped	1 tbsp. sugar 1-1/2 cups water 1 cup strawberry syrup, heated
In medium bowl, combine pancake mix, sugar and cinnamon; mix well. Add water; stir just until large lumps disappear. Fold in pears. Heat nonstick griddle or large skillet to medium-high heat (375 degrees). For each pancake, spoon scant 1/4 cup batter onto hot griddle; flatten to form 3 to 4-inch pancake. Cook 1-2 minutes, turning when edges look cooked and bubbles begin to break on surface. Continue to cook 1-2 more minutes or until golden brown. Serve with warm strawberry syrup. Tip: Pancakes will not cook completely if batter is too thick. Add additional water, 1 tbsp. at a time, until batter is thin enough to spread on griddle.

Pages from the Past

10 Years Ago - July 3, 1997

Celebrities play at Kirkwood

Den Febler and Mark Bryan, members of the popular rock group “Hootie and the Blowfish” and John Daly, former PGA Open and British Open champion, visited and played at Kirkwood National Tuesday, June 24. Paige Gholson, Harris Gholson III and Julie Power, had their picture made with the celebrities.

Board of supervisors vote to issue $4.3 million in bonds for new jail

After months of discussion, the Marshall County Jail is on track. The board of supervisors has begun advertising for a $4.3 million general bond issue to finance construction and equipping a complex which will house the jail, justice court and the E911 office.

New Rotary president

Rotary District Governor William Delaney of Tunica recently congratulated Jane Callicutt upon being elected president of the Holly Springs Rotary Club.

25 Years Ago - July 8, 1982

Romans welcome son home

Mr. and Mrs. Michael Roman entertained with a family reunion at their home on Salem Ave. during the 4th of July festivities to celebrate the homecoming of their son, Dennis Roman, from two years as a missionary at Gaza in Israel.

Board hikes taxes to cover expenses

The Marshall County Board of Supervisors voted Tuesday to increase county taxes one and a half mils in order to compensate for several “unforeseen expenses,” including a dramatic increase in insurance premiums.

Aldermen accept third gas increase in year

Tuesday night the Holly Springs Board of Aldermen were faced with a third natural gas rate increase this year and whether to pass it along to businesses and residents. City utility manager Buddy Carpenter and consulting engineer Walter Paschal presented the 13.5 percent increase to the board Tuesday night. Paschal said the increase will raise the minimum bill for residential users from $4.80 to $5.45.

50 Years Ago - July 4, 1957

Miss Phillips is hostess; alfresco supper on lawn

Martha Phillips entertained with an alfresco supper on the lawn of her home Wednesday night honoring Hester Farris of Vicksburg, houseguest of Mrs. George Buchanan Jr. Supper was served on picnic tables by the hostess’ parents, Dr. and Mrs. Herbert Phillips. Guests were Kay Tyler of Austin, Texas, Mary Pane Calame of Memphis, Tenn., Bea Hasselman, Constance Lanier, Montine Young, Pat Evans, Carolyn Slayden, Rita Cochran, Becky Lou Humphreys and Kay Thompson.

Graduates from Melrose

Clara Mae Milan was graduated from Melrose High School in Memphis, Tenn., during commencement exercises June 3. Miss Milan graduated from Union Valley Elementary School four years ago.

Dr. Rhea L. Wyatt to head Rotary in 1957-58

Collins Tidwell, retiring president of the Holly Springs Rotary Club, presented the gavel to the new president, Dr. R.L. Wyatt, who took office this week.

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