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TOPS holds annual recognition night

ESCANABA — TOPS Chapter MI0726 of Escanaba held recogination night for 2022 on May 2. Members were awarded certificates and pins as follows for the most weight loss: Divison 2 First Place — Jean Ferrari Division 3 First Place — Kris Gallant Second Place — Pam ...

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906 SERA meeting, ­luncheon planned GWINN — All retirees from State of Michigan employment are welcome to attend the 906 SERA meeting and luncheon at UP North in Gwinn at Noon on Wednesday, May 17. There is a cost for the lunch and reservations are necessary. Those wishing to attend are ...

Trusts can aid those with mental illness

More than 50% of Americans will be diagnosed with a mental illness or disorder during their lifetime, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Chances are, some of these individuals will be inheriting wealth at some point. If a family member’s mental health issues may ...

How to have a fun summer when your finances fall short

With layoffs, bank closures and inflation, financial tensions remain high for many Americans heading into the summer. In a fall 2022 survey conducted by The Harris Poll for the American Psychological Association, 83% of adults said inflation was a source of stress, and 56% said they and/or ...

AAUW recognizes member Ann Wood

Editor’s note: In preparation for the Escanaba Area Branch of the Association of University Women (AAUW) 50th anniversary event on May 20, the group will be featuring local members over the next few weeks. Today’s featured members is Ann Wood. ESCANABA — Ann Wood is a nearly-lifelong ...

Securing a new tissue box

Dear Heloise: When I open a new box of facial tissue, I put a couple handfuls of marbles in the bottom so that when I go to grab one tissue, the whole box doesn’t come with it. A heavy weight on the bottom keeps the box on my nightstand. I enjoy your column. — Jan W., Castleton, ...