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Aunt won’t dish on her dishes

Dear Annie: My aunt has the strangest quality. I see her at every holiday and family party, and she always brings something delicious made from scratch. For my cousin’s birthday, it was a key lime pie that disappeared within minutes. It was unreal. On several occasions, I’ve asked her ...

Today’s Birthdays

Oct. 1, 2026 Jamie Stankovich, Iron Mountain Joshua Arnold, Iron Mountain

Telephone retirees to meet Monday

IRON MOUNTAIN — The AT&T, Michigan Bell retirees and former employees will meet for a luncheon at 11:30 a.m. Monday at the Holiday Kitchen in Iron Mountain.

Exercising can lift a bad mood

Dear Heloise: Can exercise lift our moods and help with stress? — Irene K., in Hillsboro, Oregon Irene, yes, exercise can improve our moods and reduce stress by improving sleep, relieving muscle tension, and affecting brain chemicals. Exercise is actually very simple, and you don’t have ...

Faithorn church to host Harvest Dinner Saturday

FAITHORN — Faithorn United Methodist Church will host its Harvest Dinner from 4 to 6:30 p.m. Saturday at Faithorn Township Hall. Menu will include chicken and meatballs, along with all the favorite fall vegetables and homemade pies. Cost is $15 per person in advance from a member or $17 at the door. Children younger than 7 will receive a kids meal and treat free of charge. Everyone is welcome to come and enjoy great food and socializing with neighbors.