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Tips to winterize the home as cold weather approaches

NEW YORK — It’s not uncommon to spend a lot of time out of the house when the weather outside is warm. The popularity of outdoor living spaces has made it easier than ever to enjoy nature without leaving home, which can generally be done from late spring to mid-fall each year in many ...

The dangers of mold infestation

Whether it’s a fuzzy patch on a basement wall or a dark speckle on bathroom grout, mold might be dismissed as a minor nuisance. But a mold infestation is a serious health hazard and a threat to a home’s structural integrity. When mold spores find moisture and a food source, they can ...

Senior news

NURSING HOMES/SENIOR LIVING FACILITIES Freeman Nursing and Rehabilitation Community Kingsford 906-774-1530 The center welcomes anyone who would like to entertain residents. Volunteers are also needed to help with crafts and other activities. The third Tuesday of every month at 2 p.m. has a Memory Cafe — a fun hour to spend with others. For more information, contact Jaime Hathaway at jlhathaway@protonmail.com. The program runs on donations. Sunday: Church on TV, 10 a.m.; have fun with the weekend packet, 6 p.m. Monday: “Price Is Right” on CBS, 10 a.m.; room visits/chocolate, ...

Bicycle grease stains a jacket

Dear Heloise: I accidentally got grease from my son's bike chain on my jacket. The jacket exterior is made of 100% polyester. I tried using shampoo and washing it with laundry detergent in my washer, but the grease stain didn’t come out. I hung the jacket out to dry as well. Can you suggest ...

Geology Club to meet Wednesday in Florence

FLORENCE, Wis. — The Northwoods Geology Club will meet at 5 p.m. Wednesday in the upper level of the Wild Rivers Interpretive Center in Florence. Everyone is welcome to look around the center and/or help the club install new lighting for the mineral display. At 6 p.m., the group will move downstairs for the featured guest speaker of the month, Jake Kacynski of Coleman Engineering. He will give a presentation on geotechnical principles of construction projects. A regular business meeting will follow. All meetings are open to the public, with no dues or fees. Door prizes are ...

Rehearsals to begin for DCCC Christmas concert

KINGSFORD — The Dickinson County Community Chorus will begin rehearsals at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 8, in preparation for the upcoming Sounds of Christmas concert. Rehearsals run from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Tuesdays in the fellowship hall of the First Presbyterian Church, 395 Hamilton Ave. in Kingsford. The children’s chorus will begin rehearsals at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 6, and will continue on the same nights as the adult choir. There are no auditions to participate; however, prospective new members should possess some knowledge of choral singing. There is no charge for membership in ...