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MARSP mini-grant brings science to life for third grade students

IRON MOUNTAIN — The Dickinson Country branch of the Michigan Association of Retired School Personnel, or MARSP, awarded a $250 mini-grant to Iron Mountain North Elementary third grade teacher Sommer Spencer. The funds were used to purchase materials for students to participate in ...

VNL Lions Club’s 54th-annual Community Picnic on Sunday

NORWAY — The Vulcan-Norway-Loretto Lions Club invites area residents to its annual fundraising picnic from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday at Marion Park in Norway. They will again feature their famous grilled chicken dinners, along with brats, hot dogs, ice cream, pop and water. There will be games and face painting for the children and many raffle prizes to be given away. The club will have many tents set up for the day so all are welcome to bring chairs to help with the seating. Raffle tickets are available from all Lions members and will be available at Marion Park on the day of ...

Garden Walk slated today in Menominee and Wallace

WALLACE, Mich. — The Northern Lights Master Gardeners Inc. will sponsor a Garden Walk from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. today, rain or shine. The self-guided walking tour features six beautiful private gardens in Menominee and Wallace. Some locations will have artwork or plants for sale. They ...

Nut allergy scare occurs with beer

Dear Heloise: This is a warning/tip for adults with a nut allergy. My 40-year-old daughter was at a craft brewery with friends enjoying a beer when she began having a mild reaction, as she has with her allergy to several nuts. She took the appropriate steps immediately and is fine. She called ...

Strawberry Social, Quilt Show set for July 18 in Florence

FLORENCE, Wis. — The Florence County Historical Society will have its annual Strawberry Social and Quilt Show from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, July 18. They will offer strawberry shortcake and a beverage to enjoy on the patio and grounds of Maxsells, 209 Central Ave./U.S. 2. A new array ...

Norway museum Tuesday to hosts Music on the Farm

NORWAY — The Jake Menghini Museum of Norway will present its annual Music on the Farm on Tuesday on the museum grounds, 105 Odill Drive in Norway. A strawberry sundae social will begin at 6 p.m., with a performance by the Norway City Band to follow at 7 p.m. The band is directed by state Sen. Ed McBroom. Donations are appreciated. Everyone is welcome to attend.