Every year as the telltale signs of “cabin fever” begin to show themselves I am relieved to also witness the signs of spring. And, thankfully, those little glimpses of the change of season manage to save me from spiraling downward into winter’s white abyss. This year, even with the ...
NIAGARA, Wis. — I am inspired by our current situation to address the topic of leadership in today’s column. We have all been around long enough to have been exposed to both good and bad leaders throughout history. If we did not experience them in our own lifetime, we learned about various ...
Families have been doing quiet, organized school activities in the morning to help children keep up with learning from grandparentsteachtoo.blogspot.com, wnmufm.org “Learning Through the Seasons,” khanacademy.org, home school sites and teacher suggestions. They are spending times with ...
Social Security benefits are part of the retirement plan of almost every American worker. If you're among the people covered under Social Security, you need to know how much you might receive from us when you begin receiving benefits. These monthly payments may be a vital part of your ...
NIAGARA, Wis. — By this point in our lives, most of us can remember events that have become permanent milestones or turning points in our country’s history. As a baby boomer, the Vietnam War and the assassinations of 1968 loom large in my memory. I have vivid memories of 20% interest rates ...
By JOAN JOUPPI For The Daily News KINGSFORD — What does it take to beautify a city? The Home is Where The Heart Is committee plans to find out. This Niagara, Wis. group is looking into sprucing up the main street. While the highway upgrades are being made, including new curbing and ...
Kelly Burgess and Lucy visits with her mother Bev McDermott at ManorCare Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Kingsford.
Dear Readers: Today is St. Patrick’s Day, named for St. Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland — a day to celebrate the legacy and customs of the Irish. Celebrate with green pancakes shaped into shamrocks, or pop some green food coloring into any food or drink. — Heloise DONATION ...
Sixty percent of children and teens ages 2 to 19 are drinking one soda or other sugary drink on any given day— sugar, water, a little flavor, chemicals, and a little fizz, according to federal statistics. Pediatrician, Dr. Natalie Muth states,” “For children, the biggest source of added ...
NIAGARA, Wis. — As I reviewed the column topics covered so far this year, I noticed a trend toward self-improvement suggestions as well as tips on creating our best life as we age through our retirement years. Hopefully, you have found some information that affirmed what you were already ...
KINGSFORD — The Golden K consists of men and women over the age of 55 — some are more over that age than others. But they all have one thing in common — they care about their families, communities and health issues. Watching the growing concerns over the coronavirus, members ...
NIAGARA, Wis. — When we were children, we took as fact everything we were taught by our teachers or read in our textbooks. And, up until adolescence hit, we believed everything our parents told us as well. As we grew older, we began to challenge all of that authority as we experienced life ...
NIAGARA, Wis. — Frank Sherman, 98, longtime resident of Niagara, recently made a stop by the Niagara Historical Museum for a tour with his daughter, Jane, and son-in-law, Stan Hohol. Sherman shared several stories in a recorded video interview for the museum. He discussed his father’s ...
NIAGARA, Wis. — Ewa and Wes Papciak of Florence, Wis. shared the tradition of Fat Tuesday with residents at Maryhill Manor Nursing Home in Niagara. The couple treated residents with paczki — a traditional Polish pastry that is a deep-fried piece of dough shaped into spheres and containing ...
NIAGARA, Wis. — I have been retired now for just about four years. I can truthfully say that as much as I looked forward to this time of my life, it has taken some adjustment. Many of you who have made the transition to these retirement years may be experiencing similar feelings. And those ...
By JOAN JOUPPI For The Daily News KINGSFORD — Everyday changes happen and one must adapt to them. The change in the weather that was an easy one. Blue skies, dry roads, warmer temperatures and running water from the thaw brought people out to spend as much time as possible in the ...
The cold weather is upon us in Wisconsin. While some people enjoy the snow and cold and others can’t wait for summer to return, none can deny that winter can produce some dangers, especially for older people. Not only are there slippery sidewalks to contend with but also the possibility of ...
NIAGARA, Wis. — I wrote last week about a book I was reading, “Women Rowing North” by Mary Pipher. Last week, I had completed only the first section that dealt with the many challenges of this journey and shared with you some of Pipher’s insights on the loneliness so many of us will ...
By JOAN JOUPPI For The Daily News KINGSFORD — The endless hours of preparation was all worth it. The Pine Mountain ski jumping competition was one of the best. Even the weather cooperated. As Monday morning rolled around, the Golden K members gathered at the First Presbyterian Church in ...
Residents at Victorian Pines Estates in Iron Mountain work on a puzzle. From left are Lucy DallaValle, Bill Broman and Lorraine Lacoy.