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New historical society forming in Oconto County

Published by admin on Wed, 09/27/2023 - 12:58pm

There will be an organizational meeting for a new historical society at 7 p.m. Oct. 10 in the community room at HSHS St. Clare Memorial Hospital, 855 S. Main St., Oconto Falls.

The tentative name for this new group will be the Central Oconto County Historical Society. Residents of Oconto Falls and surrounding area are invited to attend, including the towns of Oconto Falls, Morgan, Abrams, Stiles and Spruce as well as anyone else interested in history of the Falls area.

CLUB NOTES: Delta Kappa Gamma, Nu Chapter

Published by admin on Wed, 09/27/2023 - 12:56pm

Ashley Hegewald talked about creating pollinator gardens during Nu Chapter’s September meeting, held at Wittenberg Elementary-Middle School. After taking a few years off from teaching science at D.C. Everest to be a stay-at-home mom, she volunteered to write a grant to create the gardens at Wittenberg and Birnamwood schools.

FARM LIFE FROM A FARM WIFE: Making desserts out of fall harvest

Published by admin on Wed, 09/27/2023 - 12:48pm

Hauling out my outside fall decorations the other day, I was covered in a sheen of sweat and muttered under my breath, “I’m supposed to be out here in a sweatshirt.” While I don’t want to complain that summer is being obstinately stubborn, I do enjoy brisk, crispy fall air, and the colors — vibrantly magnificent. Giggling I read a Facebook post, “God must be a Packer fan!” The fella had posted a picture of a beautiful green and yellow tree, just turned. Fall is my most favorite time of the year. I just don’t care for what comes after it.

Young adult horror story is complex

Published by admin on Tue, 09/26/2023 - 6:15pm

I discovered “Wake the Bones” by Elizabeth Kilcoyne while looking through InfoSoup. Overall, it was intriguing though it took some work to find some of the backstories.

Laurel Early deeply loves her family’s farm tucked into the hills just outside of Dry Valley, Kentucky. It doesn’t take long to learn that teenaged Laurel is a bit of an outcast.

Family apple orchard continues to grow

Published by admin on Thu, 09/21/2023 - 4:22pm

“Ugly apples are sometimes the best tasting,” said Paul Hammen, of Hammen Family Orchard and Winery on County Road E west of Bonduel.

Certain varieties, such as the knobbed russet, aren’t as red, round and shiny as the apple people would typically reach for, but Hammen attested that they can surprise with exceptional taste.

“That’s why we do apple tastings. Because there are lots of ugly apples out there,” he said. “The knobbed russet is the world’s ugliest apple but one of the best tasting apples.

Speaker series to focus on Peshtigo Fire

Published by admin on Wed, 09/20/2023 - 2:35pm

The Oconto County Historical Society will present its monthly speaker series program at 6:30 p.m. Oct. 5 in the meeting room of the Beyer Home and Carriage Museum, 915 Park Ave., Oconto.

The October program will be on the Peshtigo Fire.

The Peshtigo Fire was a large forest fire on Oct. 8, 1871, in northeastern Wisconsin, including much of the southern half of the Door Peninsula and adjacent parts of the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. The largest community in the affected area was Peshtigo, which had a population of approximately 1,700 residents.

Savvy Senior: Consider getting these 3 vaccines this fall

Published by admin on Wed, 09/20/2023 - 2:31pm

Dear Savvy Senior,

Which vaccines are recommended for Medicare seniors this flu season?

Just Turned 65

Dear Just Turned,

There are actually three different types of vaccines seniors should consider getting this fall to protect against a repeat of last winter’s “tripledemic” of respiratory illnesses, which included flu, RSV and coronavirus. Here’s a rundown of the different vaccines the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is recommending and how they are covered by Medicare.

Fall migration brings whimbrels this way

Published by admin on Wed, 09/20/2023 - 2:26pm

Over our heads these days, mostly while we sleep, millions of birds are making their way south on their fall migration. Guided by the stars and other cues, they navigate great distances from their breeding grounds in the north to reach the warmer parts of North, Central and South America where they spend their winters.

Improve shooting vision with exercise, training

Published by admin on Wed, 09/20/2023 - 2:20pm

You depend on your eyesight for dozens of things every day, but for shooting, vision is crucial. In a self-defense shooting, better vision could be life-saving.

Many of us wear eyeglasses, perhaps even bifocals or trifocals. Those of us over 60 may feel our vision isn’t good enough for accurate shooting, whether for hunting, competition or self-defense. Mike “Ox” Ochsner argues that not only can aging eyes get the job done, but they can be improved with proper exercise and training.

Free dentistry services offered to military

Published by admin on Wed, 09/20/2023 - 2:10pm

Shawano Family Dentistry is offering free dentistry service for veterans for the second year in a row on Nov. 3.

Dubbed the Smiles for Freedom program, the business will provide services to local veterans and active military. Appointments must be made in advance, as there are limited spots.

To make an appointment, go to the clinic at 115 Alpine Court in Shawano or call 715-524-4935.