WAUSAU, Wis. – According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, someone in the United States needs blood every two seconds. On World Blood Donor Day, Aspirus and regional blood centers are calling attention to this critical and ongoing need, urging more people to consider ...
WASHINGTON — The United States Department of Agriculture estimates grocery store prices will increase 3.2% this year, on top of the nearly 25% increase since 2020. Experts say that drives a push towards saving money, global flavors, health-focused dishes and sustainability for 2025. Warm ...
Looking for a creative way to celebrate mom this Mother's Day? Flowers and cards are never wrong, but what about showing your mother some love by making her a delicious – and nutritious – brunch? That's love that doesn't just come from the heart – it's good for the heart as ...
MARQUETTE – At 1 p.m. on May 31st, Marquette Mountain will hold its second iteration of the wife-carrying competition, an obstacle course footrace consisting of two-person teams where one teammate carries the other. The wife-carrying competition is part of Marquette Mountain’s ongoing ...
Let’s go down to the waterline. C’mon.” – Mark Knopfler I remember clearly there was a dirt slope leading down to the edge of the lake from the grassy grounds where the tents were situated. I don’t recall how old I was, but I know I was young – maybe elementary school. I was at ...
According to the American Diabetes Association (ADA), nationwide over 38 million Americans have diabetes with nearly 98 million exhibiting prediabetes. The ADA notes that over the past 20 years the number of people diagnosed with diabetes has more than doubled. What is Diabetes Rochester, Minnesota based the Mayo Clinic’s web site states, “Diabetes mellitus refers to a group of diseases that affect how the body uses blood sugar (glucose). Glucose is an important source of energy for the cells that make up the muscles and tissues. It’s also the brain’s main source of ...
