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Jesus Fest slated Saturday in Escanaba

ESCANABA — The fourth-annual Jesus Festival will take place from 2 to 8 p.m. Eastern time Saturday at the Ludington Park bandshell in Escanaba. The regional event has brought in up to 3,500 people over a weekend. With 10 churches from various denominations, almost 200 volunteers, ...

Post 145 to host breakfast Sunday

NORWAY — The American Legion Post 145 of Norway will host an all-you-can-eat breakfast from 8 to 11:30 a.m. Sunday at the hall. Menu includes scrambled eggs, sausage, pancakes, French toast, hashbrown potatoes, toast, fruit salad, coffee, milk and juice. Cost is $10 per person, with children age 6 and younger eating for free. All are welcome. The post is at 612 Main St. in Norway.

Tips to winterize the home as cold weather approaches

NEW YORK — It’s not uncommon to spend a lot of time out of the house when the weather outside is warm. The popularity of outdoor living spaces has made it easier than ever to enjoy nature without leaving home, which can generally be done from late spring to mid-fall each year in many ...

The dangers of mold infestation

Whether it’s a fuzzy patch on a basement wall or a dark speckle on bathroom grout, mold might be dismissed as a minor nuisance. But a mold infestation is a serious health hazard and a threat to a home’s structural integrity. When mold spores find moisture and a food source, they can ...

Senior news

NURSING HOMES/SENIOR LIVING FACILITIES Freeman Nursing and Rehabilitation Community Kingsford 906-774-1530 The center welcomes anyone who would like to entertain residents. Volunteers are also needed to help with crafts and other activities. The third Tuesday of every month at 2 p.m. has a Memory Cafe — a fun hour to spend with others. For more information, contact Jaime Hathaway at jlhathaway@protonmail.com. The program runs on donations. Sunday: Church on TV, 10 a.m.; have fun with the weekend packet, 6 p.m. Monday: “Price Is Right” on CBS, 10 a.m.; room visits/chocolate, ...

Bicycle grease stains a jacket

Dear Heloise: I accidentally got grease from my son's bike chain on my jacket. The jacket exterior is made of 100% polyester. I tried using shampoo and washing it with laundry detergent in my washer, but the grease stain didn’t come out. I hung the jacket out to dry as well. Can you suggest ...