Keep pets and plants sheltered from the cold 

February 20, 2007 on 11:30 pm | In Jack Russell News |

The cold and blustery weather can be deadly for both pets and plants left outside. Experts say homeowners just need to take the proper precautions.

Among Oscar-winning actors, piano playing is key 
An analysis of the last 10 best-actor winners reveals a few common threads. Four of the past 10 winning acting roles featured ivories being tickled.

TV movies for the week of Feb. 11 
Movies on TV.

SPCA column 
The Cumberland County SPCA is sponsoring a Hearts for Homeless Pets campaign during the month of February. Purchase 3 hearts for $2 or $1 each and write your own Valentine message. The hearts are used to decorate a dog kennel or cat cage of your choice.

A list of sports notables and their dogs 
Many sports figures have adopted or rescued dogs. USA TODAY’s Jill Lieber Steeg looks at some of the lucky dogs and the athletes, coaches, sports administrators and professional team owners who have opened their hearts to animals in need of a home.