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Quartet of Bulldogs Hit Double-Digits in Mac Win

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Baldwin City, Kan. – McPherson College men’s basketball started 2015 off with a win as they took down Baker University 75-64 on the road Saturday.  The victory snapped a five-game losing streak and bumps the ‘Dogs to 5-11 on the year.

“Certainly I’m happy for our players,” said Coach Swartzendruber.  “Going through a losing streak is tough.  But this group has continued to work hard.  They have positive attitudes and believe they can be a good team.”

Baker started the game holding a slim lead which they maintained for the first half of the period.  After trailing by five, McPherson closed out the final nine minutes on a 19-8 which included nine straight points; the Bulldogs took a 30-23 advantage into the break.  MC made 11-of-28 in the first half and went 3-of-8 from deep while the Wildcats scored on 9-of-22 with 2-of-7 dropping from behind the arc.

Mac led throughout the second half, but not by much; the ‘Dogs stayed ahead of BU by a just handful and never let the Wildcats get ahead.  It wasn’t until there were less than seven minutes left that the score margin reached double figures; McPherson hit on 12-of-12 from the free throw line in the final seven minutes to hold on for the 75-64 triumph.  The Bulldogs knocked down 12-of-22 from the floor with 5-of-7 threes going in; they also converted on 16-of-20 foul shots.  Baker scored on 14-of-29 field goals but made a mere 1-of-10 from distance; the team went 12-of-14 from the stripe.

McPherson ended the game making 23-of-50 from the field, 46%, and bucketed 8-of-15 from range, 53.3 percent; 21-of-28 free throws were netted by the Bulldogs.  The team grabbed 32 rebounds and also recorded 14 turnovers, 12 assists, and seven steals.  25 points came from bench players for MC.

DeAndre Henson didn’t start the game but ended the night with a team-high 18 points; he was 5-of-8 including four three balls.  The guard/forward combo was 4-of-4 from the charity stripe and also led the team rebounds with eight.  Both TJ Grant and Darius Hill tabbed 15 points for Mac.  Grant went 3-of-6 from the floor and made all eight of his free throws; Hill connected on 5-of-16 field goals and 5-of-5 foul shots.  Chris Crook, who also had a team-high four steals, was the final Bulldog to hit double-digits with his 12; he hit on 4-of-7 from the field and also 3-of-4 from the stripe.

Mac travels to Sterling College for their first game of the 2015 KCAC season; the Bulldogs will face the Warriors on January 8th at 8:00 p.m. (CT) with junior varsity set to compete at 4:00.

Make sure to follow Bulldog Nation on Facebook (MCathletics) and Twitter (@MAC_Bulldogs)

McPherson College is a Kansas Collegiate Athletic Conference member school and a part of the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics

Make a resolution to get finances in order for the new year

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Photo credit: Becky Wetherington

After spending big during the holidays, many people make getting their financial house in order a top New Year’s resolution.

“Any day is a good day to make financial resolutions,” said Janet LaFon, family financial education specialist, University of Missouri Extension.

There are, however, several key areas in financial planning, like keeping financial records, starting a savings plan and getting a will done, that people need to remember all year according to LaFon.

“One of the best things a person can do is set up a home filing system for financial records. This will make it easier to find your financial information when it is needed. If you already have a system, spend time cleaning out items no longer needed,” said LaFon.

The New Year is also a good time to review beneficiaries named in insurance policies and wills to make sure those named are still the people you want to include.

Get more tips for personal finance goals in the full version of this article at http://missourifamilies.org/features/financearticles/cfe44.htm

Beans are inexpensive, healthy and convenient

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Tammy Roberts, MS, RD, LD, Nutrition and Health Education Specialist, Bates County, University of Missouri Extension

Beans are one of the best values around when it comes to the amount of nutrients for your dollar. One cup of cooked pinto beans provides 14 grams of fiber, 14 grams of protein, less than one gram of fat and around 230 calories! You get all of that at a cost of only 17 cents!

Many people don’t want to cook beans because it takes too long, but beans can be easily prepared in the microwave or slow cooker…

This time of year, many people put beans in their chili. That is one great way to use beans but there are many other options. Add beans to your favorite soup or casserole, toss thawed beans on a fresh salad, or mash your beans, add spices and make a healthy bean dip.

For more information about preparing beans in a slow cooker or microwave and storing cooked beans, read the full version of this article at http://missourifamilies.org/features/nutritionarticles/nut258.htm

For a variety of bean recipes, including Black Bean Hummus, search the Healthy Habits recipes index at http://missourifamilies.org/nutrition/recipes/

Ten healthy habits for the new year

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Photo credit: Mika Stetsovski

Adapted by Jessica Kovarik, RD, LD, former Extension Associate, from materials by Tammy Roberts, MS, RD, LD, Nutrition and Health Education Specialist, University of Missouri Extension

Weight loss is often included in the list of resolutions for the new year. Instead of going on another diet, choose to adopt healthy habits for a lifetime. To get started, here are ten suggestions based on the Dietary Guidelines for Americans.

  1. Engage in 30 minutes of physical activity every day. This helps to reduce the risk of chronic diseases. To lose weight or maintain weight loss, 60-90 minutes of moderate to vigorous activity is recommended.
  2. Make half your plate fruits and vegetables. Fruits and vegetables are high in nutrients and low in fat and calories. By incorporating a variety of fruits and vegetables into your diet on a daily basis, you are decreasing your risk of chronic diseases, vitamin deficiencies and other health problems.
  3. Get plenty of fiber: 20-35 grams each day. Fiber has many health benefits including reducing risks for chronic disease such as cardiovascular disease and cancer. When you are increasing fiber in your diet, make sure you increase fluid intake as well.
  4. Make at least half your grains whole grains. Choose from oatmeal, brown rice, popcorn, cereal, tortillas and bread. To assure the bread is whole grain, make sure the first grain ingredient listed on the package is whole wheat or another whole grain.
  5. Eat three cups of beans every week. Beans are packed with fiber, vitamins and minerals. One half cup of cooked beans can have as much as seven grams of fiber.

For the complete list of healthy habits, see the full version of this article at http://missourifamilies.org/features/nutritionarticles/nut159.htm

A little knowledge can make a big difference

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It’s a good idea to write down your vehicle’s symptoms before visiting a repair shop, including noises—and whether these occur when the engine is hot or cold.

(NAPS)—When it comes to pinpointing potentially serious issues with your vehicle, your nose may know more than you realize. For example, the smell of burnt toast might be a sign of an electrical short. The smell of rotten eggs may signal trouble with the emissions system, which includes the catalytic converter.

These and other tips are included in “Knowledge Is Power,” a booklet that’s part of a car-care and maintenance clinic developed by ACDelco. It gives vehicle owners easy-to-understand information about their vehicles so they can be informed and make the right choices when they visit an independent auto service center.

Here are some things you may not know about your vehicle:

  • Reddish stains on the driveway can be a sign of a transmission oil leak.
  • If your technician asks if your vehicle’s brakes are “grabbing,” he wants to know if the brakes engage suddenly when you apply steady pressure to the brake pedal.
  • You should pull over immediately if your temperature light reads in the hot zone. That probably means your vehicle’s coolant is too hot to cool your engine.
  • Many brake pads have wear indicators. If your vehicle has them, they will emit loud squeals when they detect wear.
  • It’s a good idea to write down your vehicle’s symptoms before visiting a repair shop, including noises—and whether these occur when the engine is hot or cold.
  • Air bags work with your safety belts, not as a replacement for them.
  • Children under 13 should ride properly secured in the rear seat.
  • Always keep at least a half tank of gas in your vehicle to avoid potential damage to your fuel filter or fuel line.
  • Check your tire pressure frequently for safety and fuel economy. Hot and cold outside temperatures affect the pressure in your tires.
  • Avoid oil and fuel additives unless recommended by your ser-vice consultant.
  • Don’t use dish detergent to wash your car; it can hurt clearcoat finishes.

The “Knowledge Is Power” booklet is part of a presentation kit available to shops at no charge. Consumers can download the free booklet at www. acdelco.com/pdf/Car-Maintenance-Car-Care-Knowledge-Is-Power-ACDelco.pdf.

For more than 100 years, ACDelco has been supplying parts, technical training and business expertise to independent auto ser-vice centers. To find out if a service center in your neighborhood is sponsoring a Knowledge Is Power clinic, visit ACDelco.com and click on “Find a Service Center.”

 

 

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