December 2024

Q: I am 51 and have several older relatives with lung problems that I try to visit regularly. I’ve read that there is a resurgence of COVID cases since the weather has cooled and I want to do everything I can to avoid giving it to my relatives.

The holidays can be a stressful and anxiety-inducing time of year for many. There is typically more financial output than other times of the year. Family gatherings can bring stress from being around certain people. Some may feel sadness from missing those who are no longer with us. And there is even the internal conflict that many feel from eating more indulgent foods.

Munising Public Schools has announced the dates and times of its holiday concerts. This year’s theme is “Christmas at the Movies.” The band concert is scheduled for 6 p.m.