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Removing shampoo rings

Dear Heloise: For the past 23 years, we have set shampoo and conditioner bottles on the marble seat of our shower in the same corner. A ring shows where each bottle sits, and we have never been able to remove them.  I believe it is caused by the oils in the shampoo and conditioner that remain ...

Need ways to support my grieving mother

Dear Annie: My mom, “Janet,” lost her husband — my dad — almost three years ago after 45 years of marriage. Their relationship was strong, full of love, laughter and quiet routines. His death was sudden, and it shattered her world. Since then, she’s been living alone in the house they ...

Briefs

Cantata Choir to perform ROCK — The Delta County Area Cantata Choir will present their Easter concert on Sunday, April 13th. This year they are performing “Who Do You Say That I Am” by Lloyd Larson, with additional songs, “One Day” and “I Stand Amazed.” There are three ...

Effortless ways to host an Easter feast without cooking a thing

Americans spent an estimated $7.3 billion on Easter food last year, and as egg prices continue to rise, expect that amount also to increase. That creates a lot of stress in the kitchen; why not relieve some of that pressure? With a little creativity and smart planning, you can enjoy the holiday ...

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Lawrence – LeFevre

TRENARY — Rylie Shannon Lawrence and John Robert LeFevre would like to announce their engagement. The couple’s parents are Devin Lawrence of Grand Marias, Mich. and Janet (Scott) Zentner Leftwich of Marshfield, Wis.; and Jeff and Paula LeFevre of Garden, Mich. The couple are 2019 ...

Alexander – Heidtman

MARQUETTE — Together with their parents, Laura Alexander and Jacob Heidtman are happy to announce their engagement. Laura is the daughter of Jo Ann Alexander of Gladstone, Mich. and Richard Alexander of West Haven, Utah. Jacob is the son of Katie Rowe of Marquette, Mich. and Michael ...

LeGault – Colasanto

GLADSTONE — Together with their parents, Mary LeGault and Antonio ­Colasanto, are happy to announce their engagement. Mary is the daughter of Tim and Nancy LeGault of Gladstone, Michigan. Antonio is the son of Alexander and Pasqua Colasanto of Rochester, New York. Mary is a graduate of ...

Cochran – McDowell

CHARLESTON, S.C. — Alexandra Elle Cochran and Theodore Noyes McDowell III were engaged on February 25, 2023, and would like to announce they will be united in marriage in Charleston, South Carolina in April of 2024. Alexandra is the daughter of Kimberly and James Cochran of Driftwood, ...

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Manninens celebrate golden wedding anniversary

ESCANABA — Rob and Laura Manninen celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on a two week vacation Honolulu and Koa, Hawaii, with six of their good friends. The vacation included a luau on their anniversary date, February 16, honoring the couple. Laura (Peacock) is the daughter of Edwin ...

Royers celebrate 50th anniversary

GLADSTONE — Frank and Sue Royer celebrated their 50th anniversary on February 22, 2024. The couple were married in Gladstone at the Bethel Evangelical Free Church. The maid of honor was Rhonda Mitchell Gregg, with bridesmaid, Murlee (Missy) Myers Bazinet. Best man was Dow Dawson Sr., and the ...

Tolmans celebrate 50 years of marriage

ESCANABA — Greg Tolman Sr. and Cathy (Hurkmans) Tolman celebrated 50 years of marriage on March 23, 2024. Greg retired from K&K Golf and being a local musician, and Cathy retired from many jobs in food service. The Tolmans have both spent their entire lives in Escanaba, with the ...

Sigfrids celebrate 60 years of marriage with poetry

Ode to the Sigfrids 60th Anniversary There once was a Swede named Jim He was young and fit and trim By tending the cows on his family farm And herding the chickens into the barn Chores like these kept him humble, hardy and strong! But he left this all behind To move to Chicago to ...

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LeGault – Colasanto

ROME, Italy — Mary LeGault and Antonio (“Anthony”) Colasanto were united in marriage in Rome, Italy on August 31, 2024. Monsignor Alessandro Recchia presided over the 3 p.m. wedding ceremony, which was held in the “Chapel of the Choir” at St. Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City. The ...

Be aware of utility imposters

November 20 was Utility Scam Awareness Day. Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel is reissuing her consumer alert on utility imposter scams. These schemes typically involve scammers posing as utility company employees to trick consumers into providing money and personal or financial ...

Oakley – Williams

ESCANABA — Michelle Oakley and Duaine Williams were united in marriage on Monday, May 13, 2024, at noon in the heart of Escanaba. The two were married by the County Clerk Nancy Przewrocki. Michelle and Duaine’s witnesses where Hailey Williams and Tonya Vincent Todd. Michelle’s parents ...

Hoeress – Tolman

GREEN BAY, Wis. — On August 5, 2023, the backyard was the setting for the vows of Shane Tolman, son of Cathy and Greg Tolman Sr. of Escanaba, Mich., and Jessica Hoeress, daughter of Lee Lessmiller Hoerres of DePere, Wis., to become husband and wife and a family of four. The couple danced ...

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Londyn Jean O’Connor

O’CONNOR — A baby girl, Londyn Jean O’Connor, was born to Hailey Teal, of Escanaba, and Samuel O’Connor, of Bark River, on Jan. 27, 2025. Londyn was born at OSF St. Francis Hospital in Escanaba at 2:23 a.m., weighing 7 pounds, 10.8 ounces. She was 19.4 inches long at birth. Londyn ...

Logan Orville Paulson

GLADSTONE — A baby boy, Logan Orville Paulson, was born March 4 to Jennifer (Robinson) Paulson and Matthew Paulson, of Gladstone. Logan arrived at OSF St. Francis Hospital at 6:25 a.m., weighing 9 pounds. He as 20 inches long at birth. He joins five siblings at home: Rinn, Lucas, ...

Riggs Austin Grinsteiner

GRINSTEINER — A baby boy, Riggs Austin Grinsteiner, was born to Harli (LaPointe) and Austin Grinsteiner, of Stephenson, on Feb. 14, 2025. Riggs arrived at OSF St. Francis Hospital at 3:59 p.m., weighing 7 pounds, 2 ounces. He was 20-inches long at birth. Riggs is the couple’s first ...

Sofia Lynn Romero-Wilson

ROMERO-WILSON — Sofia Lynn Romero-Wilson was welcomed to the world on Jan. 1, 2025, at 1:19 p.m. Born to Sabrina and Alex Romero-Wilson, of Marquette, at UP Health System, Marquette, Sofia was 6 pounds, 10 ounces, and 18 1/4 inches long at birth. Sofia joins her Frenchie “sister,” ...

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Churches announce services

APOSTOLIC PENTECOSTAL FAMILY LIFE CENTER ESCANABA — Sunday worship begins at 10 a.m. Pastor is David Shaffer. The Family Life Center is located at 117 Stephenson Ave. For more information, contact Pastor Shaffer at 789-4314. ASSEMBLY OF GOD NEW LIFE ESCANABA — Sunday service is at ...

Churches announce services

APOSTOLIC PENTECOSTAL FAMILY LIFE CENTER ESCANABA — Sunday worship begins at 10 a.m. Pastor is David Shaffer. The Family Life Center is located at 117 Stephenson Ave. For more information, contact Pastor Shaffer at 789-4314. ASSEMBLY OF GOD NEW LIFE ESCANABA — Sunday service is ...

Churches announce services

APOSTOLIC PENTECOSTAL FAMILY LIFE CENTER ESCANABA — Sunday worship begins at 10 a.m. Pastor is David Shaffer. The Family Life Center is located at 117 Stephenson Ave. For more information, contact Pastor Shaffer at 789-4314. ASSEMBLY OF GOD NEW LIFE ESCANABA — Sunday service is at ...

Churches announce services

APOSTOLIC PENTECOSTAL FAMILY LIFE CENTER ESCANABA — Sunday worship begins at 10 a.m. Pastor is David Shaffer. The Family Life Center is located at 117 Stephenson Ave. For more information, contact Pastor Shaffer at 789-4314. ASSEMBLY OF GOD NEW LIFE ESCANABA — Sunday service is at ...

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Kallman brings clarinet to band for 17 years

Meet Michele Kallman, a clarinet virtuoso who’s been rocking the Escanaba City Band for a solid 17 years. Kallman’s musical inspirations include the legendary John Williams and the mastermind behind Hamilton, Lin-Manuel Miranda. When Kallman isn’t jamming out on her clarinet, she’s ...

Chown brings sound of horn, leads band’s centennial celebration

ESCANABA — Meet Amy Chown, the Escanaba City Band’s fabulous French horn player. Chown originally played with the City Band from 1980 to 1984, during her college years, and rejoined in 2022 after returning to Escanaba. Now retired from a successful career in marketing, branding, and PR, ...

Scotty McCreery headed to the Island Resort and Casino in January

HARRIS — At just 30 years old, country music singer/songwriter Scotty McCreery has earned one Triple Platinum, five Platinum and four Gold singles, and has already been inducted into the Grand Ole Opry. Don’t miss this incredibly talented artist when he stops at the Island Resort and Casino ...

Music Maker of the Month is Jon Sampson

A new resource is available for those who love making music. The Music Co-op (TMC) is a network for finding local musicians to collaborate with. Whether you sing, play an instrument or write songs, you are welcome to join, regardless of age or skill level. Membership is free. Please call ...

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Health Matters: Nuts and the battle against chronic disease

By Dr. Conway McLean, DABFAS, FAPWHc ESCANABA — You are what you eat…..or so goes the often cited platitude. But this isn’t just a meaningless cliché: every second of every day, the cells of your body are working to maintain their viability, to run the body, repair the damage of ...

Health Matters: A tale of two sesamoids

By Dr. Conway McLean, DABFAS, FAPWHc It is too common an occurrence, people living with foot pain. They perform their job ably, spend time with their family, participate in the usual activities. But chronic pain detracts from quality of life and interferes with our enjoyment of life. ...

Plantar wart treatment not always painful

ESCANABA — I don’t like causing pain. Maybe it’s a psychological thing…..but, regardless, I dislike hurting people. And yet, as a physician, there are some situations where it is unavoidable. (I’m hoping this sentiment is true for most healthcare providers but I’ve read no survey on ...

Health Matters: The mystery of the foot bone bridge

ESCANABA — Being a parent is challenging these days, with our offspring exposed to all manner of dangerous germs and internet dangers. Our children’s health is understandably important and when they have problems, most parents want to resolve the issue. But what if it’s a mystery? The ...