The United States of America’s 250th anniversary prompts historical conversations.

For many, they’re about examining the country’s Founding Fathers and trailblazers, many of whom are already household names. As a tribal college faculty member who teaches American history, I’m committed to ensuring that Native people are remembered for their contributions to our shared national story.

The secretary at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Marion covers multiple roles, including meeting the care concerns of anyone who walks in the door.

“The main point of my job is to serve the Lord — and His people — in any capacity needed,” said office manager Sheri Fuhrman.

Always wanting to work at a church, Fuhrman applied for and landed the secretarial position at St. John’s in December 2019.

Whether gardening indoors or outdoors, gardeners are likely to encounter powdery mildew on one or more of their plants.

In the early 1970s, scientists were sounding warnings about climate change which seemed far-fetched. Out of curiosity, I attended an event featuring a man who’d become known as Earth Day senator; Wisconsin’s Gaylord Nelson.

I was starstruck. Sen. Nelson was congenial and charismatic, respectfully listening to comments and answering tough questions. I stayed for the meet-and-greet, a life-altering decision.

FRIDAY, AUG. 7

SHAWANO: Downtown Sidewalk Sales, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

OCONTO: Storytime, 10:30 a.m., Farnsworth Public Library, 715 Main St. Story and crafts for preschool children. A caregiver must stay with the child.

For over 20 years I’d had a nice little doable raspberry patch on the farm. It was ever-bearing and in turn, produced raspberries early summer and again in the fall, until a heavy frost put them to sleep for the winter.