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WWW.UPANDCOMINGWEEKLY.COM DECEMBER 27, 2023 -JANUARY 2, 2024 UCW 21 Answers to the 12/20/23 puzzles Congratulations to Glen Cook who picked up a copy of Up & Coming Weekly at the Haymount Exxon. Follow Us Today! Stay up to date on all the Up & Coming Events in Cumberland County and surrounding areas! LIKE NEWS OF THE WEIRD by the Editors at Andrews McMeel Syndication Crime Report After getting a Waffle House logo tattooed on his calf on Dec. 2 in St. Petersburg, Florida, 33-year- old Max Alexander Krejckant of Clearwater "refused all options to satisfy his debts," police said —which amounted to $250. As a result, The Smoking Gun reported, he was arrested at the Ink Godz shop; police found only $6 and a driver's license on his person when he was frisked). Krejckant bonded out and pleaded not guilty (huge Waffle House tattoo evidence notwithstanding). Wonder what the charge is for bad inking decisions? Animal Antics The mystery of who has been slashing tires in the southern Italian city of Vastogirardi has been solved, The Guardian reported. The wave of damaged tires began in July and ramped up again in October in the town of about 600 residents, forcing police to place undercover cops on patrol. Finally, they mounted surveillance cameras, and in late November, they collared their suspect: a dog named Billy, who was suffering from a painful case of gingivitis. "It is a peaceful village — we knew it couldn't be anyone from outside as we are always aware of any suspicious movements," said deputy mayor Remo Scocchera. "It's a positive thing that the perpetrator wasn't a person in the village." Still, Billy's owner will probably have to pony up for the damaged tires. News You Can Use In Stenlille, Denmark, a vehicle fire also damaged a nearby house on Dec. 2, InShort reported. Police issued a warning to the community after the fire, cautioning people against using toasters under the front of cars to keep EV batteries warm. While there were no injuries, the car was heavily damaged, and the owner likely will have to pay a fine. ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20 Aries, someone you care about or admire could come under scrutiny this week. Whether it is deserved or not, this person will be in the hot seat and can use your support. TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21 Taurus, you could project an intensity this week that has other people running for cover. Consider adding a little sugar to your presentation. You'll still get your point across. GEMINI - May 22/Jun 21 Gemini, make an effort to gain greater control over your finances. Develop a budget and stick to it. Soon you'll enjoy a new level of financial freedom. CANCER - Jun 22/Jul 22 Cancer, see what is going on with friends this week, as you are likely in the mood to have some fun. You'll never know what's on the agenda unless you ask. LEO - Jul 23/Aug 23 Leo, you may run into a little interference with a project due to someone's ego getting in the way. is person seemingly is not a team player and it could affect your plans. VIRGO - Aug 24/Sept 22 Visualizing what you want is not a waste of time, Virgo. In fact, it can help you map out a plan of attack to accomplish your goals. Start making a to-do list. LIBRA - Sept 23/Oct 23 Libra, a personal relationship that was derailed will get back on track this week. After some conflicts, it finally seems like you are both on the same page once more. SCORPIO - Oct 24/Nov 22 Scorpio, do not let it get you down if you are paired with someone on a project who is not your first choice. Focus on the task at hand and you may find you work well together. SAGITTARIUS - Nov 23/Dec 21 Sagittarius, even if your life seems to be a mystery right now, you do not have to figure out all the answers right away. Take time to mull things over. CAPRICORN - Dec 22/Jan 20 Try to put yourself in someone else's shoes this week, Capricorn. When you are so focused on your life you may miss how it affects others around you. AQUARIUS - Jan 21/Feb 18 Aquarius, start coming up with some new ideas to keep your brain busy. You might need to delve into a different career or a new hobby to challenge yourself. PISCES - Feb 19/Mar 20 Pisces, after some initial upheaval this week, your life starts to calm down a little. ere may be one lingering issue that needs to get worked out, but you'll handle it.