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Today’s birthdays

Feb. 25, 2026 Rick Steeno, Niagara, Wis. Rob Strand, Wallace, Mich.

GFWC to meet on March 6

IRON MOUNTAIN — The Iron Mountain-Kingsford General Federation of Women’s Clubs will meet at noon Friday, March 6, at Pine Grove Country Club in Iron Mountain. The program guest speaker will be Andrew Murdock, who will present a program on his experiences in Scotland. A Lenten luncheon of ...

Flowers are ‘for the dead’

Dear Heloise: While I agree with Daniel D.'s mother that flowers are best enjoyed by the living, I had to share with you that my late mom said "flowers are for the dead" when, as a kid, I presented her with a bouquet (from her garden). However, later in life, she really did seem to enjoy the ...

Politics is harming our healthy friendship

Dear Annie: I’m a 64-year-old woman who thought making new friends at my age would be simple: find someone kind, show up, bring snacks, repeat. A few months ago, I met “Jill” at a community class. We clicked right away. She’s funny in that dry, smart way that makes you feel like ...

Bay College has competition for 2026 commencement speaker

ESCANABA/IRON MOUNTAIN — Bay College has opened a competition to be the 2026 commencement speaker at its spring graduation ceremonies. The winner of this competition will deliver their speech to the graduates and guests of Bay College's 2026 commencement. To enter, a Bay College student ...

Literature and Film Course slated at Crystal Falls Community District Library

CRYSTAL FALLS — Teresa Tibbs-Tacke has started the third year of her popular Literature and Film Course at the Crystal Falls Community District Library. “Literature and film night is my favorite night of the whole month. Every month we are given an assignment of reading a novel, short ...