When Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth posted a meme of Franklin the Turtle, the amiable child's cartoon character, in a helicopter using a military weapon to kill people in a small boat below him, and captioned it "For your Christmas wish list," it understandably caused an uproar. Should ...
Can the United States come up with an immigration policy that will prove sustainable? Two writers whom I respect and take delight in reading, despite their widely differing views, Tyler Cowen, who favors more immigration, and Christopher Caldwell, who favors less, have their doubts. Both, ...
The month of December is going by and so is the opportunity to participate in The Mining Journal Cheer Club, which brings Christmas to the homes of many families in our local communities. The Cheer Club is a joint effort between the Journal, the Salvation Army, and St. Vincent de Paul to provide toys to local children and families in need. Toys and other gifts can be dropped off at The Mining Journal’s Marquette office at 249 W. washington St., Marquette. Gifts should be unwrapped. Monetary gifts, which will be used to provide Christmas items to these families, are gladly accepted as ...
To mark Older Driver Safety Awareness Week, Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson is highlighting resources shared on the Safe Drivers Smart Options website that can help drivers of all ages stay safe behind the wheel and maintain their mobility and independence. “As we age, our physical abilities, vision, and health can change,” Benson noted in a news release. “Whether you are an active driver or considering the transition toward retirement, it’s important to stay educated on safe driving strategies. Older Driver Safety Awareness Week is a good time to have conversations with ...
The holiday season is in full swing in Superiorland and elsewhere. Lots of shopping, recreating, meeting and eating going on and generally peoples' moods are upbeat and positive. Bud not everyone. The holiday blues beset a significant number of people each year. Feelings of sadness, anxiety, or stress that can occur are often triggered by financial strain, unrealistic expectations, social isolation or grief. These temporary feelings can include fatigue, irritability, and changes in sleep or appetite. Managing them involves being realistic about expectations, making time for self-care, ...
Giving Tuesday, the worldwide day of giving that takes place each year on the Tuesday after Thanksgiving. That's today. The day, which comes right on the heels of Thanksgiving, Black Friday, Small Business Saturday and Cyber Monday, encourages people around the world to consider volunteering donating to nonprofits as part of their holiday giving. In our region, the #Give906 campaign is a great way to keep your donations of time and money in the area, where they can help fund the nonprofits that support friends, neighbors and communities in the Upper Peninsula. Organized by Grow & Lead ...
