Today's Birthdays
July 22, 2026 Judy Stanek, Kingsford Kaitlyn Bath, Breitung Township
The power of being a present parent
Dear Annie: I am a working mother of two young children, and lately the guilt is eating me alive. I love my job. I worked hard to get where I am. But every morning when I leave the house, my 4-year-old asks why I have to go again, and my heart sinks. My husband is supportive. We have good ...
Avoiding microwave messes
Dear Heloise: No more major cleanups for your microwave! Just cover the dishes with a paper plate or a paper towel. Also, you can place a cup of vinegar in the microwave and bring it to boil. Let it sit for a few minutes, then wipe the inside of the microwave with cloth or paper towels. Big ...
Kwarciany named 2026 UP Veteran of the Year
ESCANABA — Retired Air Force Master Sgt. Steve Kwarciany has been named the 2026 Upper Peninsula Veteran of the Year in recognition of his unwavering commitment to fellow veterans, exceptional leadership and lasting service to communities across the Upper Peninsula. The U.P. Veteran of the ...
Florence Parish sponsors Vacation Bible School
FLORENCE, Wis. — The Florence Parish will offer three days of onsite Vacation Bible School for children who will be entering first grade to the seventh grade from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Wednesday, July 27- 29, at the First Presbyterian Church. Snacks and lunch will be provided. On Thursday, July 30, a school bus will transport them for a day at Fortune Lake Lutheran Camp just west of Crystal Falls. These days of fun, crafts, games, and stories will be led by Fortune Lake Camp staff, with assistance of volunteers from Bethlehem Lutheran and First Presbyterian churches. ...