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July 22, 2025
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Historic Highlights: Eastland was deadliest shipwreck in Great Lakes history

Historic Highlights: Eastland was deadliest shipwreck in Great Lakes history

Ask most Americans, and they will tell you that the Titanic is the deadliest maritime disaster in our history. And they would be wrong.

By Tom Emery●
July 21, 2025 at 10:00 am CDT

Spirit Matters: Immerse yourself in nature’s green medicine

Spirit Matters: Immerse yourself in nature’s green medicine

As summer turns the world a vibrant green, now is a time to embrace the soothing powers of the color.

By Jerrilyn Zavada Novak, Spirit Matters●
July 20, 2025 at 5:00 am CDT

Lovina’s Amish Kitchen: Church service was held at Tim and Elizabeth’s

Lovina’s Amish Kitchen: Church service was held at Tim and Elizabeth’s

Lovina reflects on birthday celebrations, family gatherings, recent moves and the joy of having her children close by.

By Lovina Eicher●
July 20, 2025 at 12:00 am CDT

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