Nasal obstruction is emerging as a significant but often underrecognized factor affecting sleep, exercise tolerance and overall quality of life, according to Dr. Michael Thielman, an ear, nose and throat specialist at Aspirus Health.

Thielman said patients frequently seek care only after years of mouth breathing, poor sleep or chronic throat irritation — symptoms that can be tied directly to impaired nasal airflow.

Dr. Seuss is loose at Pulaski High School, and patrons of the arts will need to bring all the thinks they can think when they come see the latest musical.

Benjamin Geeting is serious when it comes to chess.

The Shawano Community Middle School eighth grader does not hesitate to inform his opponent when moves are incorrect or if anything is not in accordance with chess rules.

Scott Siolka takes nothing for granted when it comes to his health.

Aphelandra believes children’s books are for adults, too.

“And not just in the sense that adults can connect with their kids while reading them a picture book,” she said. “The only kid you need to appreciate the spare writing, sophisticated art and compelling themes of a really good picture book is your own inner child.”

Once again, Christmas ads morphed into Valentine’s Day commercials with lightning speed. Like those aggravating Medicare ads, these sales pitches have become part of the annual marketing rotation.