It’s that time again. I’m sure you’ve noticed while flipping through the channels, back and forth from MTV, BET, and your soap operas, that the inundation of the television networks by the ongoing political campaigns has begun. Maybe you’re like me, and as soon as you even see the names of “Kerry” or “Dean,” and even strange words like “caucuses,” you immediately flip by to get to the next music video or reality show.

Sardella’s restaurant is one of the most established restaurants in Newport. Its reasonable prices and atmosphere make it a fine dining experience. Other restaurants have huge establishments, making noise a factor when out to dinner. Availability and personalities of the employees help enhance the experience, making the patron a priority.

Road trips across the country take more time and money than most of us have, but that doesn’t mean we have to feel stuck at home. Newport, RI, is a gorgeous place with lots to see, but once in a while it is great to break out and hit the road with a few friends to experience what other places have to offer.

Stage Fright presents “Lost in Yonkers,” a funny yet dramatic show opening Thursday at Megley Theater. This week stagehands put the finishing touches on the set while the actors got into character. Freshman Jessica Kochu made the metamorphosis to a 13-year-old boy and junior Elizabeth Rossi to a wrinkled Grandma over the course of just a couple hours, demonstrating just how wide an acting range they possess.

Dining out is meant to be an enjoyable experience for everyone, and those people on such diets as the Atkins diet can now enjoy going out to eat at Coddington’s Brewing Company of Newport and Johnny’s Atlantic Beach Club and Pavilion in Middletown without worrying about eating the wrong foods.