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Golden fried and family tied: the U.P.’s beloved fish fries

ESCANABA- Golden brown walleye, perch, bluegill and smelt that are beer battered or Golden Dipt and deep fried to perfection make for a fantastic Friday night in Upper Michigan. We’re famous for our fish fries! The traditional fish fry is a feast fit for a king or queen. If you travel ...

How to water African violets

Dear Heloise: African violets often look droopy and tired without the right light or amount of water. If your plant struggles in a desk or shadowy corner, move it to an east-facing window. These plants thrive in mild morning light but dislike the hot afternoon sun from west windows. Place the ...

A big birthday with an even bigger price tag

Dear Annie: My younger sister is turning 30 and has planned a birthday dinner at a trendy rooftop restaurant where the tasting menu is $165 per person -- not including drinks, tax or tip. She also wants us to split the cost of a professional photographer "to capture the moment for all of ...

Get rid of moldy smells in purses

Dear Heloise: I have a black leather purse, which I stored in its fabric bag. But when I pulled it out this year, it had a terrible moldy smell. I read that baking soda and/or lemon zest would help get rid of the odor, but neither helped. Any ideas on how to get rid of the odor? — Mel G., ...

Our marriage is great, but our love has gone quiet

Dear Annie: I have been married for 22 years to a good man. He is faithful, hardworking and, by most people's standards, a wonderful husband. He has never given me any reason to doubt his loyalty, and he has always taken his responsibilities seriously. From the outside, we look like a solid, ...