Dear Heloise: I'm a retired senior citizen who became a widower about five years ago. It didn't take me long to realize that I was a complete novice around the house, especially in the kitchen. Then I recalled that my wife often mentioned hints from your column, and this led to my becoming an ...

Elks Auxiliary meeting ESCANABA — The Elks Auxiliary will have its first meeting Thursday. Social hour begins at 5:30 p.m., with dinner at 6:45 p.m. and meeting to follow. Call or text Jayne at 906-786-3213 to make reservations or cancellations by noon today. Delta GOP to meet ESCANABA — ...

Dear Annie: My husband and I recently went on an eight-day cruise to Iceland with two close friends. We have been friends for more than 40 years and have traveled together many times. Two days before we were to leave, I tested positive for COVID. I went to urgent care, and the doctor told me I ...

MARQUETTE — The Marquette County String Orchestra Society will host a strings refresher workshop Nov. 8 for those looking to return to music or practice their skills. Three MCSOS instructors will teach former adult string players familiar with violins, violas, cellos and bass, giving those ...

Dear Heloise: Regarding hard-boiled eggs, I've had a terrible time with them over the years and have tried several different methods. I finally found a method on the internet that actually works: Put about 3 quarters of an inch of water in a saucepan and heat it to boiling. Once it's boiling, ...

Legion Post 115 to meet ESCANABA TOWNSHIP — American Legion Post 115 Escanaba River will meet at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday at the Escanaba Township Hall in Flat Rock. Delta Dems gathering ESCANABA — The Delta Dems will meet from 7 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at the USW Hall, 1201 Sheridan Road in ...