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Lest we forget

HOUGHTON COUNTY — Tomorrow the country will observe Veterans Day, honoring the men and women who have served, and who are serving, in the military. There are many local schools and organizations that have invited veterans to events and lunches to thank them for their service to the ...

Houghton County earned a reputation in the Great War

The United States entered World War I in the conflict’s final year. After the German Empire had announced an unrestricted submarine warfare, the United States declared war against the Central Powers on 6 April 1917. The war was already in its third year. Among the divisions the U.S. sent to ...

Dear Annie

Dear Annie: My 54-year-old son recently married his childhood sweetheart with whom he had a son 36 years ago. They never married before but kept in touch because of their son. Unfortunately, their boy was killed in an auto accident four years ago. I've loosely kept in touch with my new ...

Dear Annie

Dear Annie: I'm 28 and recently moved back in with my parents to save money after a tough breakup. I'm grateful for the support, but I'm having trouble with my mom's behavior. She constantly comments on my weight, how I dress, or how much I'm on my phone. Last week, she said I'd have "better ...

To your good health

DEAR DR. ROACH: My husband was diagnosed with chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) in 2010 and remained in stage 2 with no effects until 2022. In the interim, he was also diagnosed with atrial fibrillation and is taking Xarelto. When the CLL came back in 2022, he was successfully treated with ...

Dear Annie

Dear Annie: My sister "Michelle" and I used to be close, but things changed after she had her second child. She rarely returns my calls and only texts if I reach out first. When we do talk, it's always short, and she seems distracted or annoyed. I've offered to help with the kids or bring meals ...