DEAR DR. ROACH: I see people walking everywhere with weighted vests. Is this a good idea for exercise? — M.B.W. ANSWER: In my opinion, there are plusses and minuses about a weighted vest. On the good side, they increase the intensity of workouts and activate muscles that don't ordinarily get ...
Dear Annie: I've been dating a man, "Daniel," for about a year. He's kind, reliable and has a great relationship with his family. I care about him a lot, but there's something that keeps nagging at me. He's never been very ambitious. He works a steady job, pays his bills, but doesn't seem ...
LANSING — Every day is a great day to take to the trails, and now you've got another terrific reason to get outside, enjoy your favorite path (or discover a new one) and reap the health benefits of immersing yourself in nature: Michigan Trails Week, which kicks off today continues through ...
ESCANABA – The Upper Peninsula Arts and Culture Alliance will host its Third Annual Conference on Saturday, September 27, 2025, at Bay College in Escanaba. This year’s theme, "Creative Capacity: Cultivating Capability in Arts and Culture," will bring together artists, educators, nonprofit ...
CRYSTAL FALLS – The Crystal Theatre in downtown Crystal Falls is pleased to welcome Mexican guitarist Mauricio “Chico” Sanchez to the U.S. and the U.P. for a performance at 2 p.m. (CDT) Sunday, Sept. 28. A seasoned guitarist and soulful singer with more than 25 years of musical ...
LAURIUM — The installation of the new ice generating plant at the George Gipp Ice Arena is progressing, according to Village Trustee Jeff Erickson. Erickson said the plant is set in and piped, and electrical wiring will be installed during the week. Bassett Mechanical Contracting, of ...