March 6-7 – Metropolis Comic Book And Toy Show

Comic book fans of all ages are invited to come and see a variety of vendors showcasing comics from the 1940s to present-day, vintage Star Wars toys, autographed celebrity items, games, t-shirts, western items and more. Admission into the show is $5 each day. All attending will receive a free poster and will be eligible for door prizes. Also, all who attend the Comic Book and Toy Show will receive free admission into the Super Museum and Americana Hollywood in Metropolis that weekend. Hours for the show are 10 a.m.-5 p.m. on Saturday and 11 a.m.-4 p.m. on Sunday. The featured guest ...

February 16 – Mardi Gras & All That Jazz Party

Break out your boas and beads — it’s time for Mardi Gras & All That Jazz, the Lourdes Foundation’s annual big fundraising bash! This year’s party is set for 6-9 p.m., Fat Tuesday, Feb. 16, at Harrah’s Metropolis Hotel. Hottie rockers Lew Jetton & 61 South are back by popular demand to liven up the party with their blues and southern rock. There’s the annual auction of Bill Ford’s original, collector’s item artwork. And satisfy your Cajun cravings with gourmet foods from popular restaurants and caterers throughout the region, including: A Pampered Palate Artisan Kitchen Ozark Pride Meats Patti’s 1880s Settlement Rafferty’s Simply Unique Catering & Consulting The ...

Valentine’s Gift Ideas – Romantic but Frugal

The typical pink and red grace the aisles of almost any store you visit. Lace fringes every other cheap cardboard box of candy and stuffed animals threaten to fall on your head from every direction. Is this what it's really about? Don't get me wrong - gifts are great, it's my love language (giving and receiving), but why do we insist on making things so routine, so...impersonal? Jen from Momma Hen has joined us with her list of gift ideas (things she'd love to receive). So, if you're looking for ideas for that amazing gift, look no further. ...

February 13 – Love Your Heroes Pancake Breakfast

Love Your Heroes Pancake Breakfast is sponsored by and held at Culver’s of Murray Saturday, Feb. 13 from 8 am to 10 am. Tickets are $5 and are available at the door or through the Red Cross office. Proceeds benefit the American Red Cross Calloway County Chapter. For more information or to purchase tickets please call Jennifer Wilson at 270-753-1421 or send an email to jwilson@callowaycoredcross.org.

January 10 – Dave Ramsey’s Financial Peace University (FPU)

Financial Peace University is a life-changing program that teaches you how to make the right decisions with your money. You'll be empowered with the practical skills and confidence needed to achieve your financial goals and experience true financial peace! This session will be at Lone Oak First Baptist Church beginning at 6:00 pm. For more information please contact Amie Tooley or call 270-519-4136.