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A case for ditching the perfume

Dear Heloise: I just read the letter about not wearing strong scents as they can really bother people. I agree and would even ask: Why wear it at all?! In olden days, it was worn to mask bad body odor before people bathed regularly. And going even further, a multitude of body products today are ...

Drawing the line with my daughter-in-law

Dear Annie: My 54-year-old son recently married his childhood sweetheart with whom he had a son 36 years ago. They never married before but kept in touch because of their son. Unfortunately, their boy was killed in an auto accident four years ago. I've loosely kept in touch with my new ...

Briefs for Saturday, Nov. 8, 2025

Soo Line engine group to meet GLADSTONE — The Gladstone Michigan Soo Line Steam Engine No. 730 Authority will have its regular monthly meeting at 4:30 p.m. Monday at 819 Delta Ave. Anyone in the community interested in joining the group is encouraged to attend its regular meetings on the ...

When a mother’s ‘help’ hurts

Dear Annie: I’m 28 and recently moved back in with my parents to save money after a tough breakup. I’m grateful for the support, but I’m having trouble with my mom’s behavior. She constantly comments on my weight, how I dress, or how much I’m on my phone. Last week, she said I’d ...

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Rascona-Scheeneman engagement

Karl Scheeneman of Gladstone and Julie (Steve) Theoret of Escanaba announce the engagement of their daughter, Anna Scheeneman, to Andrew Rascona. The groom-to-be is the son of John and Tammy Rascona of Calumet. Andrew and Anna currently live in Escanaba. The wedding is to be held at the ...

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 ...

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Open house Sept. 28 for Conines’ 75th anniversary

PERRONVILLE — The children of William and Priscilla Conine of Perronville will host an open house to celebrate their parents' 75th wedding anniversary from 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 28, at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton parish hall in Bark River. Those who worked with or have been acquainted with ...

Poviches celebrate 50 years of marriage

FORD RIVER — Mark and Carol Povich celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on Aug. 16, 2025. Mark and Carol met at Alma College and were married in Alma, Michigan. Mark completed medical school and joined the Air Force. After completing his service, the couple moved their family to the ...

Boddys celebrate 70 years of marriage

FORD RIVER — Fred and Kay (Colvin) Boddy celebrated their 70th wedding anniversary Wednesday, July 23 at their Ford River camp. Friends and family were present to honor the couple. The Boddys were married while Fred was in the Army, stationed at Chicago Navy Pier. Fred was a teacher and coach ...

Brayaks celebrate 50 years of marriage

GLADSTONE — On May 3, 2025, Thomas and Rosemary (Mitzi) Brayak of Gladstone (Groos Location) celebrated their golden wedding anniversary on the Croatian island of Hvar in the Adriatic Sea along with ten close relatives. Joining them were their daughter and son-in-law, Tamara and Jarrod ...

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Beattie – Dubord

GLADSTONE — Mark Dubord and Jill Beattie met through Facebook on Feb. 4, 2023, started dating on March 5, 2023, were engaged on Dec. 9, 2023, and were married on June 1, 2025, to become Mark and Jill Dubord. The wedding ceremony and reception were held at The Terrace Bay Hotel in Gladstone ...

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 ...

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Jerimyia Lei Wills Jr.

Brittney Demarse and Jerimyia Wills Sr., a son, Jerimyia Lei Wills Jr., born Oct. 2, 2025, at OSF St. Francis Hospital in Escanaba. Weight was 8 pounds. Siblings are Austin Wills, Alexis Wills, Rosie Wills, Autumn Wills and Khloe Wills.

Makenzie Elaine Kidd

ESCANABA — Breanna (Winling) and Tim Kidd of Escanaba, a daughter, Makenzie Elaine Kidd, born June 9, 2025, at OSF St. Francis Hospital in Escanaba. Weight was 6 pounds, 11 ounces; length was 18.5 inches. She is the couple's first child. Grandparents are Mark and Tammy Winling of Gladstone ...

Atlas Dane Mercier

ESCANABA — Lisa (Pischel) and Tyler Mercier of Wilson, a son, Atlas Dane Mercier, born May 20, 2025, at OSF St. Francis Hospital in Escanaba. Weight was 7 pounds, 15.7 ounces; length was 20 inches. Atlas joins two brothers, Luca and Porter. Grandparents are Mellissa and the late Michael ...

Drew Corey Wicklund

RAPID RIVER — Caitlyn (Leisner) and Austin Wicklund of Rapid River, a son, Drew Corey Wicklund, born Sept. 7, 2025, at OSF St. Francis Hospital in Escanaba. Weight was 8 pounds, 13.5 oz.; length was 21 inches at birth. Grandparents are Rob and Pam Leisner of Gladstone, Faye and Gary VanOrder ...

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Churches announce services

Apostolic Pentecostal Family Life Center, Escanaba: Sunday worship begins at 11 a.m. and Wednesday night service is at 7 p.m. The pastor is Douglas Shaffer. The center is located at 117 Stephenson Ave. For more information, contact Pastor Shaffer at 906-241-1419. Assembly Of God New Life, ...

Church

Apostolic Pentecostal Family Life Center, Escanaba: Sunday worship begins at 11 a.m. and Wednesday night service is at 7 p.m. The pastor is Douglas Shaffer. The Family Life Center is located at 117 Stephenson Ave. For more information, contact Pastor Shaffer at 906-241-1419. Assembly Of ...

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 ...

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NBC’s ‘Stumble’ a mockumentary with plenty of tumbling runs, heart

NEW YORK (AP) — Bodies go flying and tumbling in NBC's latest comedy series, "Stumble," a mocking but loving look at the competitive world of cheer from a brother-and-sister writing team. Jeff and Liz Astrof have created a mockumentary about a ragtag group of recruits building a cheer team ...

Local entertainment for Nov. 7, 2025

(Check with venues first in case of cancellation) Today — Leigh’s Garden Winery, 6-8 p.m.: Friday Night Piano — Marnie and Amy — Upper Hand Brewery, 6-8 p.m.: Roman Around with John and Todd — Saunders Point Brewing in Gladstone, 6-9 p.m.: Rob Rise — The Delft, 7 p.m.-1 ...

New film ‘Nuremberg’ highlights psychiatrist who analyzed Göring

EDITOR'S NOTE — This story includes discussion of suicide. If you or someone you know needs help, the national suicide and crisis lifeline in the U.S. is available by calling or texting 988. There is also an online chat at 988lifeline.org. Helplines outside the U.S. can be found at ...

Foxworthy bringing southern humor to the Island venue

HARRIS — Redneck comedian Jeff Foxworthy has made more people laugh than just about anyone on earth. Now he’s headed to the Island Showroom on Saturday, Jan. 24, to tickle even more funny bones. Foxworthy is one of the most respected and successful comedians in the country — and the ...

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Discussing sinus node dysfunction and treatment

DEAR DR. ROACH: At age 76, I was diagnosed with sinus node dysfunction last year after several episodes of what I’d call being “spaced out” (for lack of a better term). I couldn’t explain these instances to myself, much less anyone else lest they think I was crazy, until I had one where ...

Narrative medicine — the art of listening to patients

When it comes to providing exceptional care, health care providers are constantly looking for ways to better connect with their patients. That was a lesson Dr. Amanda Bruemmer learned early in her career. Bruemmer was an English major in college who loved creative writing. But she knew she ...

Low-dose lithium for dementia is not yet supported by evidence

DEAR DR. ROACH: Would it be risky to take a low dose (20 mg) of over-the-counter lithium orotate to treat cognitive decline? The recent study in the journal Nature recommended waiting for further studies to look at the benefits and risks of taking this compound. Given the promising findings in ...

AFA revamps website for families affected by dementia

NEW YORK — The Alzheimer’s Foundation of America has launched a newly redesigned website to help connect families affected by Alzheimer’s disease and other dementia-related illnesses with vital support services, programs and information that can help them. The new look and structure of ...