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Open fruit cups without frustration

Dear Heloise: In response to the question about how to open fruit cups without spilling: Before opening it, tilt the cup back away from you so that the juice is away from one side. When opening it, tilt it back toward you while continuing to peel off the top. Works like a charm! -- Terri M., in ...

Fortune Lake Camp focuses on Aging with Grace

CRYSTAL FALLS — Senior adults are invited to attend a special event titled “Aging with Grace” from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday at Fortune Lake Lutheran Camp in Crystal Falls. The program will feature Chris Harkness, a semi-retired speech-language pathologist and founder of Aging ...

The high cost of being maid of honor

Dear Annie: My younger sister is getting married in June and has asked me to be her maid of honor. I was genuinely touched — until she handed me an extensive “wish list.” It includes hosting a destination bachelorette weekend (on my dime until others reimburse me), attending dress ...

Today’s Birthdays

March 5, 2026 Joe Waitrovich, Iron Mountain Julia Krokstrom, Iron Mountain

Friday deadline nears for St. Urho’s Day reservations

IRON MOUNTAIN — The Finnish American Raja Ryhma organization, whose members share an interest in preserving their Finnish heritage and traditions, will celebrate mythical hero St. Urho on Saturday, March 14, in the Antoine Room at Recreation Lanes, North U.S. 2 in Iron Mountain. The public ...

Florence County Historical Society to meet Tuesday

FLORENCE, Wis. — The Florence County Historical Society will have its first meeting of the new season at 2 p.m. Tuesday at First Presbyterian Church fellowship hall in Florence. The agenda will focus on new exhibits, activities and ideas for the organization. The museum, at 201 Florence ...