One of my favorite stores is St. Vincent de Paul's. Almost every small town in the UP has one. I am sure you have either shopped or visited one in your travels. What I find interesting is that many people don't know how the concept of thrift stores started. Or why it's named after a Catholic ...
I recently attended a relative's wedding and the following reception. It was a wonderful affair, with excellent food and a great venue. The bride and groom beamed with happiness, and everyone wore their best. We were happy to party and wish the new couple well. Many people were visiting others ...
HANCOCK — Hancock Rotary presents the “World of Wine Tasting and Silent Auction” at 7 p.m. Friday at the Finnish American Heritage Center (doors open at 6:30 p.m.). This year’s annual wine tasting event will feature wines supplied by Retaggio Imports, which is serving as winery ...
ESCANABA – Bay College welcomes the community to join in the Third Annual Cards of Hope: A Crafting Event to Support Veterans. For the third year, Bay College is partnering with the Oscar G Johnson VA Medical Center (OGJVAMC) to support Veterans. Students, faculty, and staff at Bay College, ...
The other day a friend of mine was in tears in my living room; her son, who had married, was refusing to baptize the new baby. The person I was talking with was distraught, for she was certain that her new grandchild was never going to be allowed into heaven. I sat there and listened as a ...
LANSING – The Michigan Craft Beverage Council (MCBC) announced it will accept proposals for the 2027 research and education grant program until Friday, October 9, 2026, at 3 p.m. (EdT). The MCBC awards individual research grants of up to $40,000. While any research topic will be considered, ...
