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Thompson duo to perform Saturday at The Braumart

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IRON MOUNTAIN — Tim and Myles Thompson of Nashville will appear Saturday at The Braumart in Iron Mountain. The father and son acoustic duo takes stage at 7 p.m., with doors to open at 6 p.m. The duo blends original, inventive arrangements and high-level musicianship. Their performances feature guitar, mandolin, fiddle and harmony vocals, moving between high-energy instrumental moments and slow, emotionally resonant songs. Individually and together, Tim and Myles Thompson toured with Crystal Gayle, Wynonna, The Big Noise, Aaron Tippin and Pam Tillis, with Myles also touring with ...

Marquette AMBUCS to host Family Field Day Saturday

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MARQUETTE — Marquette’s chapter of ABUMCS will host a Family Field Day from 1 to 4 p.m. Eastern time Saturday at the MARESA office on Ohio Street in Marquette. The event is free and will feature a variety of outdoor activities designed for people of all abilities. During Family Fun Day, Marquette AMBUCS will celebrate all that they have accomplished over the past few years in the Upper Peninsula. Activities on offer during the event will include bag toss, bowling, parachute, and more. A calming room will also be available. A group bicycle/tricycle parade will take place from 3:30 ...

‘Songs of 1976’ coming to Forest Roberts Theatre

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MARQUETTE — Over the past nine years, professional musicians with Marquette Rockestra have raised thousands of dollars for local causes, including Music for All Kids, the United Way, the Marquette High School Music program and an arts scholarship for MAPS students. This year’s event will celebrate memorable songs from 1976, featuring artists such as Elton John, ABBA, the Eagles, Wings and many more. Marquette Rockestra “The Songs of 1976” will take the Forest Roberts Theatre stage at 7:30 p.m. Eastern time Saturday, May 16. “The Marquette Rockestra is so excited to be ...

Telephone retirees lunch planned

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IRON MOUNTAIN — AT&T and Michigan Bell telephone retirees and former employees will gather for lunch at 11:30 a.m. Monday at Holiday Kitchen in Iron Mountain. All are welcome to attend.

Thompson duo to perform Saturday at The Braumart

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IRON MOUNTAIN — Tim and Myles Thompson of Nashville will appear Saturday at The Braumart in Iron Mountain. The father and son acoustic duo takes stage at 7 p.m., with doors to open at 6 p.m. The duo blends original, inventive arrangements and high-level musicianship. Their performances feature guitar, mandolin, fiddle and harmony vocals, moving between high-energy instrumental moments and slow, emotionally resonant songs. Individually and together, Tim and Myles Thompson toured with Crystal Gayle, Wynonna, The Big Noise, Aaron Tippin and Pam Tillis, with Myles also touring with ...

Keeping a wig in pristine condition

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Dear Heloise: For those who wear wigs, I always wear a thin cotton headband under the elastic perimeter of the wig. It absorbs most of the oil and perspiration, especially in warm weather. I rarely have to wash the wig, and when I do, I just wash the edges to avoid soaking the entire wig. In ...