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Aging 101 and the risks of late life
Janet Baird Weisiger reflects on aging in her 80s, detailing health decline, dementia, and the high costs of long-term care. She recalls retirement dreams, shares personal caregiving struggles with her husband Dick, and hinges resilience on faith while urging preparation for aging.
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Holland’s streets ban loud singing and ethnic songs
An essay-like piece by David Alexander from Holland argues that city rules prohibit singing on public streets between 11 p.m. and 7 a.m. and bar various religious patriotic or ethnic songs without City Hall permission, contrasting Taiwan’s freedoms with Holland Michigan’s limits.
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Lakewood East Lakewood road project finally finished
Patricia Sabin thanks contractors for completing the rebuilding and repaving of East Lakewood, noting relief after months of detours on Northside. She praises the Douglas to River Avenue stretch as an improvement and expresses appreciation for Dan Seaborn’s autism column promoting understanding for families with three grandchildren on the spectrum.
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U.S. Women Team World Cup win prompts pay equality poll
Online reader poll asks if the U S Women's National Team should earn equal pay with the U S Men's team with a percentage shown. A new question asks familiarity with the Great Lakes warning flag system for state park visitors.
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