What's even neater is that new owners Jim and Tina Novak are being backed by a host of folks with Marion ties who realize the importance of the draw the restaurant has had for this area.

Then, down the road in Florence, the Mills family, who owns Doyle Creek Ranch, is opening a Flinthills giftshop and guesthouse.

So I went to the computer and fired off a question to the sports editor as to why the game wasn't reported.

A response came back by the end of the day, stating it was the responsibility of the home school to provide the information. Had I known that, I would have done it myself. Hope the game at Cessna Stadium is covered without assistance from us.

New owner Josh Ens is doing a good job with the lanes, and if you're looking for a little fun that doesn't cost an arm and a leg you might want to give it a try when the relatives are in town for the holidays-or anytime for that matter.

From how it was explained, it looks to me like the concept is on the cutting edge for the times we are in. Basically, if you have a business idea and need help getting it off the ground, the HBIC might be your best place to start.

I can't explain it in a few words, but you can read more about it in our Page 1 story. If you have a passion for what you want to do, don't wait another minute to get going.