Past issues of the Weekender

"Dear Annie: I have a good friend who constantly wants to talk about politics. The problem is that we are on opposite ends of the spectrum. She thinks she’s politically savvy. She is not educated or well informed, but she has an opinion on everything."

What flavor of spice rub best describes your personality?

New movies for the Week of November 3: A look at the life of Priscilla Presley, a story about a possible rekindling of old love, a Christmas tale, and more.

We've got movie showtimes for Sioux City, Le Mars, Nebraska City, Shenandoah, Fremont, Wayne, Vermillion, Orange City and Sheldon.

"Dear Annie: I was the one who set off a whole flurry of responses because I wrote that I hated being old, hated the wrinkles and hated the condescension and obligatory solicitousness that people showed to old people just because they were old."

"DR. WALLACE: Help, I'm a perfectionist! Not only do I try my utmost to get a perfect grade in every class I have at school, but I also do the same with my athletic pursuits ... "

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In the Weekender's latest collection of "Sux 6: The best things to do in Siouxland" - Holiday illusionists to perform at the Orpheum in Sioux City, a Veterans Day music celebration at the Marquee, a performance by a Native American dance group and more.

Weekender Question of the Week: What are the absolute must-haves for any meat-and-cheese tray?

We've got movie showtimes for Sioux City, Le Mars, Nebraska City, Shenandoah, Fremont, Wayne, Vermillion, Orange City and Sheldon.

"Dear Annie: I'm a 23-year-old woman living with my parents because the cost of housing is so high. This is creating problems, especially in my relationship with my father. He has been disrespectful to me for a long time, at least since I was 18."

"DR. WALLACE: I'm a high school senior and I do want to attend college somewhere. I have not given it much specific thought yet. I just know that I'd like to achieve a college degree so that I can have a better chance at getting a good job somewhere."

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Weekender Question of the Week: What is your start date when it comes to Christmas shopping?

In the Weekender's latest collection of "Sux 6: The best things to do in Siouxland" - Dueling Pianos return to Hard Rock Hotel & Casino's Anthem, Mat D and the Roadside Revival will be kickin' it old school at Vangarde Arts, and more.

Weekender Comic for Nov. 23, 2023 - Tail wagging

Dear Annie: "I used to enjoy sex, almost to an unhealthy level. Is this normal in a marriage? Is it normal to not have anything your husband does physically, do anything for you?"

Tween 12 and 20: DR. WALLACE - My father has been out of my life for over 10 years. I’m a female high school student and I just turned 17 years old.

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In the Weekender's latest collection of "Sux 6: The best things to do in Siouxland" - NAIA Volleyball tournament returns to Sioux City, the Festival of Trees auction set for Thursday, a presentation of poetry at the Betty Strong Encounter center, and more.

The Weekender's Question of the Week: Which performer or band truly deserves a tribute act?

Weekender Comic for Nov. 30, 2023 - Pawns

New movies for the Week of Dec. 1, 2023 to look out for: A new action film from legendary director John Woo, a drama from Todd Haynes starring Julianne Moore and Natalie Portman, and more.

"Dear Annie: We have a relative coming from out of town to visit for a week. I'd love to say I'm excited to see her, but I'm not. Last time she stayed, I was ready to push her out the door! She's bossy and tries to tell me what to do and how to do it."

"DR. WALLACE: My parents are divorced, so I alternate one week with my mother and then the next week with my father and his new fiance."

If you want to know about even more events happening around the Sioux City area, the Weekender's got you covered.

In the Weekender's latest "Sux 6: The best things to do in Siouxland" - Siouxland Civic Dance Association is presenting "The Nutcracker," Mannheim Steamroller makes return to the Orpheum Theatre, lights show at Adams Homestead and Nature Preserve, and more.

Question of the Week - What holiday movie are you completely sick of?

Weekender Cartoon - Working Lunch

New movies for the Week of Dec. 8, 2023 include: The Emma Stone dark fantasy comedy "Poor Things," a historical drama about ancient America ("The Oath"), a horror film about a family trip gone wrong ("Leave the World Behind"), and more.

We've got movie showtimes for Sioux City, Le Mars, Nebraska City, Shenandoah, Fremont, Wayne, Vermillion, Orange City and Sheldon.

"Dear Annie: I have two adult children who are married to great people; they both have wonderful jobs and beautiful children, who I just adore. So, what's the problem? They believe they have all the answers and that Mom (me) is an idiot!"

"DR. WALLACE: I'm a female student in my third year of college, and I've had a huge crush on a guy I saw in one of my classes my very first week at college, 2 1/2 years ago."

The Junior League of Sioux City will host its annual Santa Day from 10 a.m. to noon, Saturday at the Discovery Shop, 316 W. Seventh St.

The Plymouth County Conservation Board and Foundation will be hosting its 11th annual Snow Scamper 5K at Hillview Park in Hinton, Iowa, on Feb. 3.

If you want to know about even more events happening around the Sioux City area, the Weekender's got you covered.

In the Weekender's latest "Sux 6: The best things to do in Siouxland" - Sioux City Symphony is playing a holiday show at the Orpheum, a Chicago blues band will bring its tunes to Vangarde Arts, the Betty Strong Encounter Center has a show, and more.

The Weekender Question of the Week - What is your favorite chocolate-covered food item?

Weekender Comic for Dec. 14, 2023 - A promotion

New movies for the Week of Dec. 15, 2023 to look out for: A fresh spin on Willy Wonka, the story of a fed up writer who writes a book out of spite (American Fiction), a Chicken Run sequel, and more.

We've got movie showtimes for Sioux City, Le Mars, Nebraska City, Shenandoah, Fremont, Wayne, Vermillion, Orange City and Sheldon.

"Dear Annie: My mother separated from my father when I was 3. She left my father, who never came looking for us. She later married a wonderful man who loves me more than anything."

"DR. WALLACE: I want to wear makeup, but my parents won't let me. How can I convince them? Many of my friends are allowed to wear makeup and this makes me feel like my face is naked compared to them."

Robert Tiefenthaler, the first African-American Iowa District 3 judge, will be the keynote speaker at the Sioux City NAACP Martin Luther King Jr. Birthday Celebration, taking place at 6 p.m. Jan. 14 at First Congregational Church of Christ.

Are you looking for the perfect homemade Christmas gift for your nature-loving friends of family member? Naturalist Kari Sandage will be conducting a class on how unused coffee mug can be made into suet feeders for birds.

The public is invited to a wreath laying ceremony at noon Saturday at the Sgt. Floyd Monument, 2601 S. Lewis Blvd, Sioux City.

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In the Weekender's latest "Sux 6: The best things to do in Siouxland" - The Sioux City Musketeers are set to host a two-game series, Cone Park will open for the year, the Sioux City Public Library will host an "Open Book Club" session, and more.

January happens to be National Hot Tea Month. What is your favorite type of hot tea?

"DR. WALLACE: My brother and I are 16 and 17, respectively. My parents were never fans of formal allowances, but when my brother or I needed a few dollars for some reasonable purpose, they would usually give us close to what we wanted ... "

Check out the Weekender Comic for Jan. 25, 2024.

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New movie releases for this week include: A football comedy with Snoop Dogg (Underdoggs), a assassin story on an island (American Star), a journalism thriller (Cold Copy) and more.

We've got movie showtimes for Sioux City, Le Mars, Nebraska City, Shenandoah, Fremont, Wayne, Vermillion, Orange City and Sheldon.

"High school vocal students from Nebraska and Iowa will showcase their talent during the Wayne State College Honor Choir concert at 4:30 p.m. Feb. 2 in Ramsey Theatre, located in the Peterson Fine Arts Building."

Let your creative side shine with Ponca State Park's annual Snow Building Contest. If you you can build something unique out of snow, you may have a chance at winning a free night stay in a 4-bedroom mini lodge.

"Dear Annie: At holidays and other family get-togethers, my parents-in-law prefer that I speak only when spoken to. They host every holiday. I believe they see me as extremely opinionated, which makes me vulgar at worst and irritating at best, in their eyes."

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If you could play any kind of musical instrument, what would it be?

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