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American Heart Month 2026
February is recognized as American Heart Month, and District Health Department No. 2 (DHD2), in collaboration with the Northern Michigan Public Health Alliance (NMPHA), wants to take this dedicated time to raise awareness about cardiovascular health and encourage individuals to take proactive steps toward a healthier heart.Heart disease remains a leading cause of death for…
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A love letter to chocolate
By Patti Diamond Divas on a DimeChocolate doesn’t need a holiday, but Valentine’s Day gives us permission to notice it. Chocolate melts patiently. It waits. It forgives mistakes. When treated gently, it rewards you with far more than the sum of its parts. That’s not a bad lesson for life or love.Most of us think…
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Mio wrestlers travel to Gaylord
Tanyon Smith medals at Northern Michigan Championship in Gaylord. Photo by Merideth Smith Hunter Nichols asseses the opponent. Photo by Tyra Berger Hunter Nichols works his way out of the opponent’s hold. Photo by Tyra…