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The 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline can help

By ANGIE MATUSZEWSKI Aging and Disability Resource Center of Florence County FLORENCE, Wis. — If you’re feeling sad, lonely, and hopeless—and you’ve even thought about harming yourself—know that you are not alone. Many people, even those who seem to have everything going for them, have had feelings similar to what you’re experiencing right now. Thinking about suicide does not make you a failure or a weak person. It simply means you are in a great deal of pain. There is hope beyond that pain, and help is available when you feel you have no other options. What ...

No man is an island — we need each other

NIAGARA, Wis. — Last week I talked about the Blue Zones throughout the world where people lived extraordinarily long lives, and we looked at the factors that contributed to that longevity. Among them were several that related to the need for socialization. Man is a social animal who needs companionship and interaction with other people. We simply do not do as well when we are alone too much. This is true for humans of all ages — not just those of us who are getting older. This fact became particularly apparent during the COVID pandemic. The isolation saved us physically, but many are ...

Retirees to gather for lunch

IRON MOUNTAIN — AT&T and Michigan Bell telephone retirees and former employees will gather for lunch at 11:30 a.m. Monday, June 3 at Holiday Kitchen in Iron Mountain. All are welcome.

Golden K learns what’s offered at the library

By JOAN JOUPPI For The Daily News KINGSFORD — Early morning risers are greeted with blue skies, birds singing and the faint aroma of flowers opening their blossoms. As Mr. Rogers put it: “It’s a beautiful day in the neighborhood.” The Golden K seniors arrived May 13 at the ...

Senior News: To live long and prosper is entirely possible

NIAGARA, Wis. — If you are a Star Trek fan, you will recognize the title of today’s column. Our household was filled with avid viewers as together we “dared to go where no man had gone before” and watched the adventures of Captain Kirk and Mr. Spock as they toured outer space on the starship Enterprise. It was all good fun. Today, however, the topic pertains to a subject much closer to home — our longevity and the lifestyle habits that will lead us to the accumulation of many years while enjoying optimum health. I have always assumed I would live a long time because longevity ...

Golden K learns about 100-Plus Women Who Care

KINGSFORD — The sun rises and spreads dancing rays across the lake. Blue skies promise a great day ahead. Watching this warmth and beauty unfold spurs one into an euphoric peace. Here is where we find the Golden K seniors preparing for their Monday meeting. Judy Sielaff, embracing duties ...