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Mexia City Council finalized the budget and tax rate Sept. 21 for the upcoming fiscal year, which begins Oct. 1. Hearings on these two matters were held Sept. 16.

Dear Heloise: I realize people are not visiting each other’s homes as often as they did before the pandemic. However, when we get back to normal, I have a hint for anyone who has unexpected company. First, invest in a wok. This will allow you to have healthy meals that taste great! When people are coming over at dinnertime, you can cut up lots of veggies and a couple of chicken breasts (cut up into smaller bite sizes), or use leftover meat if you have a enough, add to the wok with about 1 tablespoon of oil and stir fry a delicious meal. I always have instant rice in the cupboard and usually cook up 2 or 3 cups of dry rice. You can add a fruit salad or do something creative with another side dish, and you’ll have a tasty meal, low in calories and very healthy. -- Janice W., Ponca City, Oklahoma