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Teen’s graduation party plans hurt his stepmom’s feelings

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Teen’s graduation party plans hurt his stepmom’s feelings

Tuesday, April 21, 2020

DEAR ABBY: I really could use some outside advice. I am a stepmother who raised my husband’s 18-year-old son, “Todd.” We have given him a loving home. Todd’s abusive mother abandoned him at 16, and he has lived with us ever since. I have been a caring and generous mother to him since he was 6.

Prospective bride questions when to reschedule wedding

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Prospective bride questions when to reschedule wedding

Tuesday, April 21, 2020

DEAR HARRIETTE: I had to postpone my wedding because of COVID-19. Just a week before it was scheduled, my city stopped issuing marriage licenses. We had people coming from all over the United States and even a few family members from overseas. Now it’s all gone to hell, and we’ve had to cancel.

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‘Dragging Main’

Saturday, April 18, 2020

In these trying times people are looking for anything that can be seen as normal. What we found hasn’t been normal in decades – but it is now!

It may be time for reverse psychology

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It may be time for reverse psychology

Saturday, April 18, 2020

The media are outraged that President Trump is talking about re-opening the country, following their previous position that he sure was taking his sweet time at opening up the country.

This year’s election cycle will be a test of our democracy

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This year’s election cycle will be a test of our democracy

Saturday, April 18, 2020

Voters in Wisconsin have scored a major victory for democracy. Yes, the Democratic Party benefited from their effort, but that's not the main point. The real winner was the American system itself.

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Saturday, April 18, 2020

Dear Editor, Just wanted to say “Thank You” for all the work you have put into keeping the newspaper up and going to allow people to still have some normality in our lives! I am sure it’s not been easy, but you all are doing a great job! The Weekender was especially nice. Thanks again.

Things like this weren’t supposed to happen in 2020

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Things like this weren’t supposed to happen in 2020

Saturday, April 18, 2020

The late Peter Jennings of "ABC World News Tonight" noted that, whenever news teams cover disasters, reporters often ask questions that sound like this: "How did you get through this terrible experience?" Survivors frequently reply: "I don't know. I just prayed.

Son won’t accept mom’s new relationship with old friend

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Son won’t accept mom’s new relationship with old friend

Friday, April 17, 2020

DEAR ABBY: I was married for more than 20 years and am recently divorced. I should have done it years ago, but my son, “Nicky,” begged me not to. He’s 22. I am now dating a gentleman, “Clyde,” and am very happy to be in this relationship. Clyde treats me like a queen.

Perimenopause can last months to years for some patients

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Perimenopause can last months to years for some patients

Friday, April 17, 2020

Dear Doctor: I’m a healthy and active 42-year-old, but I’ve been noticing a change in my periods lately. They’re not as regular as before, and they’re a lot shorter. Could this be perimenopause? What’s going on, and what else is going to happen?

Invitations to parties overwhelm friend

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Invitations to parties overwhelm friend

Thursday, April 16, 2020

DEAR ABBY: I’m in my mid-40s, and a LOT of my female friends are involved in multilevel marketing companies. Whether it be for eyelashes, supplements, jewelry, antiaging products, candles, leggings, etc., I receive nonstop “invitations” to buy their products.