Word of the Month: Quotidian

David Zapatka While reading in the October Mensa Bulletin, member and contributor Ruth said she loved watching old monster movies and said, “I preferred all these monsters to quotidian life.” Quotidian: kwoh-TID-ee-uhn, adjective, 1. Occurring daily; happening every day 2. Ordinary or everyday, especially when mundane or trivial 3. (Medical) Recurring every day, particularly referring…

Lovely Poinsettias

Barbara Brown, Master Gardener The poinsettia (Euphorbia pulcherrima) can be a perfect holiday-time accent with its bright red flowers, which are not flowers at all. They’re bracts, or specialized leaves. The actual poinsettia flowers are the small yellow balls in the center of the bract. If red is not your desired color, you can find…

From the Office of the County Commissioner: Denton County’s Future Looks Bright

County Commissioner Dianne Edmondson The year 2025 marked a milestone for Denton County, and especially Precinct 4. It was a year defined by bold investments, visionary planning, and a commitment to shaping a thriving future. As the county continued its unprecedented growth, we worked hand-in-hand with leaders and communities to lay the foundation for progress…

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