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Northern Lights YMCA opens 2026 Summer Camp registration
4+ hour, 5+ min ago (264+ words) ESCANABA " The Northern Lights YMCA has opened registration for its 2026 Summer Camp programs, aiming to offer a variety of opportunities for children to stay active, make friends and enjoy a safe and supportive summer experience. The YMCA offers three summer…...
Keeping cool with a ceiling fan
6+ mon, 1+ week ago (521+ words) Dear Heloise: I've been reading your column all my life. (I'm 72.) Thanks for all the great tips! I wanted to clarify something that Sarah P. , from Bakersfield, California, asked about using ceiling fans 24/7. Ceiling fans, or really all fans, do not…...
Gladstone, Escanaba to have Downtown Day on Saturday
6+ mon, 2+ week ago (377+ words) Delta County's two cities this year both have climbed on board with the Michigan Downtown Association's Downtown Day, set for Saturday. Gladstone is hosting a celebration with vendors, live music, food and activities on Delta Avenue and in the farmers…...
Labor Day a bittersweet time
7+ mon, 1+ week ago (505+ words) ESCANABA " Sweat, sore muscles, growth, changes and a ticking clock " that about sums up Labor Day. Most women have a love/hate relationship with the first Monday in September. Now, I'm not trying to be sexist here, but men think…...
Escanaba beach closing for season
8+ mon, 4+ hour ago (80+ words) ESCANABA " Due to staffing levels, the Escanaba Municipal Beach will be closed for the season effective Sunday, August 17. A port-a-john will be on site near the beach house, along with the outdoor shower still available. Escanaba beach closing for season…...
Summer days at Camp Harstad
8+ mon, 5+ day ago (164+ words) R. R. Branstrom | Daily Press YMCA Lifeguard Caden Westphal helps a child apply sunscreen before walking to the beach at Camp Harstad. Only a couple days remain of this summer's eight-week program at Camp Harstad, which provides activities, crafts and field trips…...
At this summer camp run by grandmas, kids learn cooking skills and life advice
8+ mon, 1+ week ago (617+ words) When I was growing up my mom used to make this a lot," she says, showing a chicken stir fry recipe. At this Intergenerational Summer Camp" in a Southern California suburb, the grandmas are in charge. Every week, they taught…...
Kids learn to "Color Our World
8+ mon, 2+ week ago (314+ words) ESCANABA " Kids explored their creativity and learned about color mixing at the Escanaba Library on Wednesday. Beth Peterson, an art teacher at Webster Elementary, hosted two free clay color mixing sessions as part of the 2025 Summer Reading Program, "Color Our…...
Marina Fest returns this weekend
8+ mon, 2+ week ago (219+ words) ESCANABA " Marina Fest is returning to Escanaba this week, bringing with it a full slate of music against a backdrop of boats and gentle waves. The free event will take place at the Escanaba Harbor. Those attending are encouraged to…...
Watch for heatstroke in dogs
8+ mon, 4+ week ago (451+ words) Dear Readers: It's the end of August, and the heat is on! HEATSTROKE can develop in a dog when its body temperature reaches over 104 degrees, and it can permanently damage body organs. Can you recognize the signs of heatstroke in…...