Cauliflower mac & cheese for National

Mac and Cheese Day

As a lover of all things comfort food, one of my favorite food holidays is coming up. July 14 is National Macaroni and Cheese Day. This is not a drill! What better way to celebrate than with a creamy, cheesy bowl of mac and cheese?

Did you know that mac and cheese has a rich history dating back to the 14th century? The earliest known recipe comes from an Italian cookbook called Liber de Coquina, and it was a dish reserved for the elite. However, it wasn’t until President Thomas Jefferson brought the dish to America from France that mac and cheese truly began its rise to comfort food royalty.

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DEAR PAW’S CORNER: My Labrador mix, “Barney,” has a gas problem — a bad gas problem. I monitor his food intake and have even tried putting him on a special diet food, but he continues to emit noxious odors — not just after eating, but throughout the day. Barney is about 9 years old and was adopted from the shelter. Any ideas on how to solve his problem? Thanks. — Jesse B., Independence, Missouri

DEAR JESSE: If you haven’t taken Barney to the vet lately, go ahead and do so. As a senior dog, Barney could be developing some problems, including digestive issues, that manifest in a stinky way.

Take note of your dog’s overall physical state and any changes in his behavior or...

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Manuelito Children’s Home ready for their biggest fundraiser of the year

The calendar has turned to July and all the signs posted around Gallup can only mean one thing: it is almost time for WildThing Championship Bullriding.

As stated in last week’s issue of the Sun, WildThing has been bringing the thunder for over 30 years. But it also brings more than spectacle and excitement, it brings people together and gives them an opportunity to support Gallup businesses and services.

One of the biggest benefactors, as previously stated, is Manuelito Children’s Home. Located west of Gallup at 12 Theta St., the home runs the concessions and parking for WildThing, and it has long...