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A strong leader

BARAGA — The term "people person" can be applied in a lot of situations. It seems however, that a real "people person" is someone who does more than just "like people" but one who truly "serves people." Keweenaw Bay Indian Community Chief Executive Officer Brigitte LaPointe is a person who ...

Mary Coon Walters

BARAGA — Students of Southwestern American history, especially, New Mexico history, are no doubt familiar with the name Mary Coon Walters. History buffs would be quick to tell you Walters served as the first woman on the New Mexico Supreme Court. There may be others that could tell you she ...

Dear Annie

Dear Annie: Three months ago, I ended a two-year relationship with my boyfriend. We lived together in my apartment. The breakup was painful and overdue. I've blocked his number and have no interest in reopening that chapter. The problem is that his mail is still arriving here. Not just ...

To your good health

DEAR DR. ROACH: I have a question about possibly getting a measles vaccine at the age of 67. I do not recall ever getting measles. But I am the youngest of four, so it is likely that I was exposed through them. I happen to have my vaccination records as a child, and it does not show any ...

Lucena Brockway

KEWEENAW COUNTY — History remembers some people for their actions. Others are remembered for their contributions to community or society. Lucena Brockway, a true pioneer of the “Old Northwest,” is remembered for actions done in quiet isolation and words never spoken Lucena Harris ...

Dear Annie

Dear Annie: I live with my almost-30-year-old daughter. She acquired our place through a lawsuit settlement. She talks to and treats me like I'm a child and tries to control my life. She often reminds me: "This is my place. I run things." I could go on and on, but the bottom line is that she ...