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Dan Pose Band to play tonight at Crystal Theater

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CRYSTAL FALLS — Local trio Dan Pose Band with Mitch Ness, Tyler Schuls and Lenny Johnson will play the Crystal Theatre today to replace Jackie & Gary, who had to cancel due to unforeseen circumstances, theater Managing Director Kristin Underhill announced. The concert will begin at 7 p.m. The band plays a variety of music, including alternative country, punk, and ’90s vibe. They have received high praise at several area events. Tickets cannot be ordered online. Anyone who chose Jackie & Gary as a flex-pass program will be admitted with that ticket. Other tickets at discounted ...

Life in the north woods is truly something special

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NIAGARA, Wis. — I can still remember that day in August of 1977 when my husband and I, along with our oldest son — who was 5 years old at the time — took a ride north to Pembine, Wis., where my husband was scheduled to interview for a teaching job at Pembine High School. Until then, we ...

Losing weight before a wedding

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Dear Heloise: I’d like to respond to Patty W. She wanted to lose weight for her son’s wedding. I also wanted to lose weight for my son’s wedding a few years ago. The best diet advice I received was free and easy; it was simply “more exercise, less eating” — or MELE for short. It ...

When love meets its limits

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Dear Annie: I’ve never written an advice column before, but I honestly don’t know where else to turn. My mother is elderly, physically frail and becoming increasingly confused. Earlier this year, she developed pneumonia and was so sick she could barely function. Her longtime boyfriend, ...

Today's Birthdays

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Aug. 15, 2026 Kade Scott, 15, Ishpeming Aug. 16, 2026 Taylor McDonald, Iron Mountain Brittney Miller,  Niagara, Wis.    Jaeden Hudson, Iron Mountain (Jaeden is in the blue shirt)

Senior Crafting Connection co-founder presents program to Golden K

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KINGSFORD — Golden K seniors welcomed another Monday meeting with their usual happy chatter. At one end is a table of ladies sharing their weekend activities, and at the other a table of men reflecting about a great golfing experiences or sports. The middle is a mix of varied conversation. ...