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Ending the toothpaste tube drama

Dear Heloise: The letter from Jan M. purports to end all the toothpaste drama. However, there’s one more thing that nobody has mentioned. Because of my curiosity, I cut open the tube after thinking I’d effectively removed all the toothpaste within — only to discover that no matter how ...

Being needed isn't the same as being valued

Dear Annie: I am the person everyone in my family calls when they need something. I babysit, drive relatives to appointments, host holidays and lend money when someone is in a bind. I rarely complain because I love my family and want to be helpful. A few weeks ago, my sister called me in a ...

Weakness and more persist in woman after gallbladder removal

DEAR DR. ROACH: I have a friend who had gallstones and ultimately had her gallbladder removed. When they went in, they saw lots of infections, cleaned her out, and put drains in her liver. She's been feeling awful and weak, and she wants to get a second opinion. Which type of specialist should ...

When is 'soon'?

Annie: I am a 31-year-old woman, and I've been with my boyfriend for five years. We've been talking about marriage for the past two -- talking about it and talking about it. Every time it comes up, it's positive. He tells me he can't wait to marry me. But Annie, the proposal still has not ...

Entertainment schedule for Friday, July 3, 2026

Please check with venues first in case of cancellation) Friday * Saunders Point Brewing in Gladstone. “Red, White and Brew” event with Jeff McNiven from 12:30 to 3:30 p.m., and Jack Neumann from 6-9 p.m. * Upper Hand Brewery. Darian Rivera Pop-Up from 1 to 3 p.m. The Day Drinkers band at 6 to 9 p.m. * Vagabond Resort in Rapid River, 3 p.m. – Whiskey Ryan * The Dew Drop in Gladstone, 6 to 9 p.m. – Reflections Band * The Church Brewery in Bark River, 6 to 9 p.m. – Pink Violin Band * Drifa Brewing Co. in Marquette, 6 to 9 p.m. – Local musician Jeff McNiven * Fresh Coast ...

Gauging the temperature of oil

Dear Heloise: I love your column, Heloise. I read it every day! It’s sometimes hard to get an accurate temperature of oil when using a thermometer, especially if there’s only a 1/2 inch of oil in a saute pan. My hint is to dip the end of a wooden spoon into the hot oil. When you see the ...