KINGSFORD — Spring brings vibrancy back to life. Sunshine and sprouting plants get most of us in the mood to plant or clean. The Golden K group was grateful for the return of some of the winter snowbirds. In addition to being a Golden K member, Paul Larson has volunteered at the IXL ...

NIAGARA,Wis. — There was a period of history known as the Middle Ages that had the unflattering reputation of being a very backward time of human civilization. It fell between the height of the Roman Empire and the beginning of the Renaissance. Wars raged across Europe, serfs toiled in ...

KINGSFORD — Looking out the window facing north, the bird bath is still buried in snow. Move to the south side of the house and the grass is showing promise of green grass. The birds are busy checking the ground for possible food supply and building nests. One could put on snowshoes and ...

NIAGARA, Wis. — As the weather turns warmer and more and more snow melts away, my thoughts turn to summer and future plans: people I want to travel to visit, jaunts around the U.P. to places my husband and I haven’t seen in a while, and quality time spent lounging on our deck with friends ...

NIAGARA, Wis. — The evolution of the kitchen is an interesting one. Of all the rooms in a home, this one contains the most opportunity for advancement. It can be argued that the kitchen, as the center for the preparation of family meals, is also the hub of the home. I remember the kitchens ...

KINGSFORD — The calendar indicates spring is here. Overlooking the garden where daffodils and crocus should be popping out, there is only snow. The root beer stand has opened, and all things seem to be ready. What's missing? The green grass. One can only hope for warmer days and ...