Dear Heloise: You needed to provide an alert about toxicity in the letter regarding linoleum, as the writer indicated that the linoleum was "old" and ugly. Unfortunately, older forms of linoleum from the 20th century contain asbestos. It should be left intact or removed by a professional that ...
Dear Heloise: I accidentally got grease from my son's bike chain on my jacket. The jacket exterior is made of 100% polyester. I tried using shampoo and washing it with laundry detergent in my washer, but the grease stain didn't come out. I hung the jacket out to dry as well. Can you suggest ...
Dear Annie: I know I am stuck in the "old ways," but I am trying to adapt to changing times. It is becoming very common for couples to live together before marriage. While I have come to accept traditional and extravagant weddings as an occasion to finally declare their commitment before ...
MENOMINEE — The River Cities Concert Association has unveiled its 2026-2027 performance season, bringing five distinct musical acts from around the world to the region. The nonprofit organization partners with Allied Concert Services of Plymouth, Minnesota, to provide cultural entertainment and enrichment to area residents of all ages. All performances for the upcoming season will take place at 7 p.m. Central time at the Blesch Auditorium, located inside Menominee Elementary School. The venue is fully barrier-free. Performance Schedule The new season opens Monday, Sept. 21, with a ...
ESCANABA — Upper Michigan has an invisible air force patrolling the summer sky. They zoom, dive bomb, and attack at dusk and in the twilight hours. Hardly anyone notices them. Hardly anyone hears their peent-peent cries as they zero in on their prey. But everyone benefits greatly from their diligent work. Nighthawks are aerodynamic soldiers of the night sky. They eliminate tons of insects from the air. Most of the day this brave bird rests roosting on a limb or in fields, roadsides, gravelly roof tops or on Stoney ledges. As the sun starts to sink into the western sky, this ...
