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Gift gaffe at work

Dear Annie: On a yearly basis, my employer recognizes employees who have dedicated 10, 15, 20, etc., years of service as well as individuals who are retiring. These employees have their names published in local press and also receive a gift. This past year I completed my 10th year of service. ...

Knights of Columbus plan steak fry

NIAGARA, Wis. — The Niagara Knights of Columbus Council No. 2847 will sponsor a steak fry on Saturday, Sept. 19, at St. Anthony’s Parish Hall from 4:30 p.m. until 7. Ticket prices are $25 per person with advance ticket sales preferred. If you are interested in purchasing tickets, contact Mike Darne at 715-988-0476 or Bob Burton at 715-251-4714.Tickets will also be available at the door. The meal will consist of an 8-10 oz. tenderloin, baked potato, salad, and dessert. Beer, soda, and coffee will be available.

Foxy Loxy ladies gather Wednesday

QUINNESEC — The Foxy Loxy Red Hat Ladies will meet at 12:30 p.m. Wednesday at the Big 10 Sports Bar & Grill in Quinnesec. All are welcome.

Northern Saddle Club thanks sponsors for supporting orienteering event

HOMESTEAD, Wis. — The Northern Saddle Club and the Wisconsin-Minnesota Competitive Mounted Orienteering Club extend their appreciation to the businesses and organizations that donated in support of their mounted orienteering event June 13-14 at the Halls Creek Equestrian Facility. Riders ...

Strip out excess hair product

Dear Heloise: Get a small plastic rinsing cup. Shake baking soda into it. Add a little shampoo on top. Mix with your finger, then wash your hair with this mixture. It’ll strip out excess product. I’ve done this for many years. — Joannie T., in Little Rock, Arkansas LEAD LEACHING Dear Heloise: I have vintage white milk glass nesting bowls, white Federal glass bowls, and vintage jadeite bowls. I’ve been using these to mix and store food. I keep hearing that they aren’t safe to use anymore due to them containing lead. Can you please advise me regarding this? Also, I’m still ...