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5 things you didn’t know about ‘The Godfather’

Author Mark Seal has written a new book about the making of one of Hollywood’s greatest films – “The Godfather.” We learned so much about the making of this 1972 movie, some of which may surprise you. So, listed below are what we consider the five most fascinating facts about the making of “The Godfather” that we didn’t know, until we read the book and interviewed the author, who once wrote for The Dallas Morning News.

LIBRARY HAPPENINGS

Newton Public Library 720 N Oak Street Newton, KS 67114 (316) 283-2890 fax: (316) 283-2916 www.newtonplks.org library@newtonplks.org Library Hours: Mon-Tues, Thurs: 9 a.m. – 8 p.m.

STATE BRIEFS

Man given 4 consecutive life sentences for child sex abuse WICHITA, Kan. – A Wichita man has been sentenced to four consecutive life sentences for sexually assaulting a young girl, the Sedgwick County District Attorney’s office said Thursday.

First person seemingly cured of Type 1 diabetes

Dear Doctors: As someone who was born with Type 1 diabetes, I’m very interested in any new advances that make it easier to live with this disease. I’ve recently heard on the news that someone has actually been cured. Is that possible? Is there going to be a treatment soon?

Kansas Main Street program lifts Emporia

Many communities share the goal of revitalizing their core districts to drive economic success and enhance quality of life. Downtowns are the heart of regional entrepreneurship. They preserve community history, and they represent walkable neighborhoods that are enhanced by a mix of uses necessary to sustain and grow our local economies.

Bethel College men’s basketball extends streak beating USM

LEAVENWORTH — When your top gun is held to two points, it’s time for the rest of the team to pick up the slack. That’s what happened for the Bethel College men’s basketball team Wednesday afternoon in a 79-59 win over the University of Saint Mary in KCAC play in Leavenworth.