Dear Annie: Every December, my life starts to feel like one of those “year in review” videos — only mine looks more like the blooper reel. Back in January, I sat at my kitchen table with a brand-new planner, a cinnamon latte and all the determination in the world. I even wrote, “This ...

Dec. 30, 2025 Marquee Wahoviak, Kingsford Anna Weber, Quinnesec Dec. 25, 2025 Carol Anthony, Kingsford

Dear Heloise: I sympathize to some extent with the writer in a recent column of yours lamented how doctor's offices will say the appointment is at 10:00 a.m. but ask that you arrive at 9:30 a.m. for paperwork. However, I think it actually makes sense to do it this way. Ten a.m. is the time you ...

Dec. 29, 2025 Jim Paul, Spread Eagle, Wis.

IRON MOUNTAIN — The Bay College Foundation’s scholarship program is made possible by the generous support of local businesses, organizations and individuals who contribute through endowment and annual contributions. Each year, more than 300 scholarships are awarded to Bay College students ...

Dear Annie: I think my partner is slipping away from me, and I do not know how to reach for her without breaking both our hearts. My wife, “Laura,” is 68. We have been together for 40 years. She has always been the organized one. When the kids were young, she could tell you where every ...