Dear Heloise: Joyce M., in Fayetteville, Tennessee, had a good idea about shutting off the water if you are going to be away from your home for an extended period of time. An easier way to do this is to locate the water shut-off valve that should be at or very near the water meter inside of you ...

Colorado Yoopers Picnic set LAKEWOOD, Colo. — The annual Colorado Yoopers Picnic will celebrate its 25th anniversary starting at noon Mountain time Saturday at Carl Johnson’s office, 12640 W. Cedar Drive in Lakewood. This gathering is for those who moved from the Upper Peninsula to ...

Dear Annie: A few months ago, my younger sister, “Kate,” announced during dinner that she and her boyfriend were moving to Nashville to “start fresh.” Everyone wished her well, but I was blindsided. What she didn’t share was that she’d already told me she was leaving our family ...

Dear Heloise: I saw a letter from Kelly T. in your column about washing greens. You mentioned submerging them in a bowl of cold water. Adding 1/2 cup of vinegar to 1 cup of water and soaking them for 3 minutes helps to remove bacteria. Just rinse and pat dry. -- Deborah Graham, in Curwensville, ...

Meet state Senate candidate MENOMINEE — State Senate candidate Kelli van Ginhoven will have a meet-and-greet from 2:30 to 4 p.m. Central time today in the upper level left of the fireplace area at the Spies Library, 940 First St., Menominee. Van Ginhoven is running as a Democrat for the ...

Dear Annie: Every year, Thanksgiving turns into a tug-of-war in my family. My siblings and I all live within driving distance of our parents, but the holiday always comes with arguments about who’s hosting, who’s cooking and which in-laws get priority. This year feels worse than ever. My ...