NIAGARA, Wis. — Amid the many holiday preparations that keep all of us busy at this time of year, it is nice to leave some time for reminiscing. My husband and I like to have a little “happy hour” in front of the Christmas tree a few evenings a week, during which time we remember together ...

Dec. 20, 2025 Zoe Ketola, Iron Mountain Dec. 21, 2025 Kelly Lundin, De Pere, Wis. Chloe Gronda, Goodyear, Ariz.

Dear Annie: In 1996, I met a man while traveling. At the time, I was a single mom of three in a new city and state away from family. I was struggling with finances, child care and transportation. My family and I weren’t close and had many disagreements, so I moved far away. When I arrived at ...

KINGSFORD — Traditions are one of the things that make the holidays special. We enjoy reunions with family and friends. We share gifts, greetings and smiles. Maybe we get a chance to wear that Christmas sweater and hang lights around the house. This past Monday the Golden K group ...

NORWAY — Grace Methodist Church of Norway will offer a free Christmas community meal from 5 to 5:30 p.m. Sunday. The menu will include barbecue pork, oven-browned potatoes, vegetable, roll and dessert. There is no cost for the dinner; a donation basket will be available. The free meal will ...

KINGSFORD — The First Presbyterian Church in Kingsford will serve a free meal on Christmas Day by delivery or drive-thru pick-up only. Members of community can enjoy a free ham dinner that can be delivered directly to their homes or picked up at the church. Deliveries will begin at 11 a.m. ...