NEWPORT, R.I. – This is one type of insanity that won’t leave you confused,

disheveled, and paranoid about what time to take those “crazy pills.” You

won’t find yourself in a small room with white walls, as your mind slowly

becomes your entertainment. The only “madness” you’ll experience, is that in

March.

The performance of a student’s interpretation of Louisa May Alcott’s classic story, “Little Women” is still in production, and the theatre troupe is certain they are creating a masterpiece.

The play, which will be presented April 5, began production in early February.

I’ve always been rather skiddish about the idea of getting a massage. Great concept, but the thought of it never sat quite right with me. My dad swears by them, and has even offered to get me one, but I have always refused. I’ve never heard anything bad, quite opposite actually.

DALLAS _ Ellen Savage dropped her cell phone one time too many. Kevin Brown went swimming with his cell phone, and then its replacement. David Stixroot knocked his phone into a hotel toilet, then dropped the replacement phone into a swimming pool skimmer.

The method of phone death may differ, but all three and many others have faced the same predicament _ how can one replace a broken, lost, stolen or dunked cell phone without going broke?

If you’re at or near the end of your contract, the cellular company usually will provide a new one for free or at a subsidized price.

Residents of Newport and tourists who visit can expect a treat this summer. The Newport Country Club will host the 61st U.S. Women’s Open from Monday, June 26 – Sunday, July 2, welcoming professional and amateur golfers from around the world to compete in the championship.