According to the American Cancer Society, colorectal cancer is the third leading cause of cancer death for both men and women in the United States. There are more than 150,000 new cases of colon cancer in the United States, affecting all races and ethnicities. National health organizations now recommend regular colon cancer screenings beginning at age 45.

David and Heather Pahl will be the latest Nature’s Friend Award winners for private property, while Walsh Dental Clinic is getting the award for the commercial category at Shawano’s Arbor Day celebration next week. The event begins at 10 a.m. April 26 at Alpine Shores Park, 286 Northridge Drive, Shawano. Mayor Bruce Milavitz will present a proclamation on behalf of the city, and students from Olga Brener Intermediate School, St.

Oconto County Brent Michael Stangel and Hannah Elizabeth Wisneski, both of the Town of Little Suamico, March 14, 2023. Adam Franklin Filz and Kayleigh Ann Stewart, both of Oconto, March 28, 2023. Derik Ron Kennedy and Dana Ann Demarce, both of Bonduel, March 28, 2023. Landon Michael Pamperin and Brittney Leeann Blanchette, both of the Town of Little Suamico, March 28, 2023. Randolph Scott Robson and Melissa Jean Dietze, both of the Town of Brazea

BONDUEL HIGH SCHOOL Third quarter HIGH HONORS Seniors: Jonathan Armour, Isabella Delzer, Sarah Garside, Nakiyah Henning, Emily Hudson, Kayla Klosterman, Joseph Krings, Macy Niles, Kerry O’Harrow, Sara Rohm, Lanie Smith, Abigail Stoltenow, Thea Tauchen, Kendra Troxel, Donovan Vigue, Jerald Wetzel, Karlee Ziemer Juniors: Carli Anderson, Anna Beaumier, Joselyn Bohm, Dylan Brooks, Colette DeVeau, Heidi Dreyer, London Faulkender, Broden Hartmann, Kyli

Those who drink a sugar-sweetened beverage every day may be significantly increasing their risk for heart disease or a stroke, according to a 2020 study reported in the Journal of the American Heart Association. “Sugar has several negative effects on the heart and arteries,” said Dr. Oleg Chebotarev, ThedaCare cardiologist.

The Suring Area Historical Society meeting was held March 21 at the Suring Village Hall meeting room. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited by all 15 members and guests present. The meeting was called to order by president Adelaide Boettcher. The secretary and treasurer reports were approved as read. Balance in the account is at $85,361.41.