HARMONY LAKE RETREAT This Wellington, Missouri, site grants you access to a 12-acre lake the owners describe as perfect for fishing, swimming, and paddle boating. There’s even a private island! If you prefer smaller bodies of water, streams and creeks also run through the property’s meadow area. RV and tent camping options are both available, and guests have the opportunity to interact with farm animals during their stay. Good news for Fido — pets are welcome at all of these sites. So, get out there, enjoy the fresh air, and make the most of nature while the weather is nice. And if you’re the type of person who prefers the outdoors in only small spurts, you can stay even closer to home — most kids will jump at the chance to have a good old-fashioned campout in the backyard. ENJOY NATIONAL CAMPING MONTH CLOSE TO HOME!
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Grilled Corn and Ricotta Dip
Speeding killed more than 9,000 people in 2019, proving that it’s not as safe as it often feels. Slow down, particularly around cross streets, traffic, and stopping and starting conditions. But speeding isn’t the only form of aggressive driving . Running red lights, making illegal turns, completing hazardous lane changes, and other dangerous behaviors account for many collisions every day. Finally, road conditions are the cause of many crashes. Sometimes, the weather is the cause — snow, sleet, rain, or strong wind can lead to collisions. But so can road maintenance or design problems. Sometimes an intersection contains a blind spot. Potholes, debris, poor lighting, or missing signs can also create hazards. That’s just one more reason to stay constantly alert. Crashes in Kansas City
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This dip tastes great with bread, crostini, or crackers and will be a hit at any summer gathering.
INGREDIENTS
• Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, finely grated • 2 tbsp unsalted butter, diced • Chives and scallions, finely chopped
• 6 ears of corn • 1 1/2 cups heavy cream • 1 1/2 cups ricotta • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour • 2 tbsp thyme, finely chopped
Multiple factors can play a role in a single collision. A driver may behave aggressively while intoxicated, a speeding driver can
DIRECTIONS
1. Preheat the oven to 325 F. 2. In a large grill pan on high heat, cook the corn until charred on all sides. Let cool, then cut the kernels from the cob. 3. In a food processor or blender, purée two-thirds of the kernels with the cream, ricotta, flour, and thyme. Season with salt and pepper, and stir in remaining whole kernels. 4. Pour into an 8-inch baking dish. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese on top, and dot with butter. Bake for approximately 1 1/2 hours, until bubbly. 5. Garnish with chives and scallions before serving.
become distracted, and a drowsy driver may fall victim to poor road conditions. Unfortunately, you cannot control other drivers, but you can improve your own driving habits to reduce the chances of a collision. And if one occurs due to another driver’s negligence, Dickerson Oxton will fight for the justice you deserve.
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