The Independent calendar lists upcoming meetings, facility hours and events in and around Marshall. To have your group’s events listed, email the information to news@marshallindependent.com or submit the information to our virtual newsroom. Today Household Hazardous Waste Facility open 8 ...

Dear Annie: My daughter “Kate” recently got engaged to her boyfriend of three years. He’s polite and responsible, and they seem happy together. The problem is that Kate doesn’t want to invite her father -- my ex-husband -- to the wedding. She says it’s her day and she doesn’t want ...

Dear Heloise: In response to the person who was wondering about traveling solo, there are several online groups on Facebook for people who travel solo, as well as tour groups that cater to solo travelers. There is one group that specifically offers tours to women traveling solo for both ...

The Independent calendar lists upcoming meetings, facility hours and events in and around Marshall. To have your group’s events listed, email the information to news@marshallindependent.com or submit the information to our virtual newsroom. Today Household Hazardous Waste Facility open 8 ...

Dear Dr. Roach: My husband was diagnosed with secondary polycythemia in 2011. His hematocrit test (HCT) was 57%. He was referred to a hematologist. The hematologist would order a phlebotomy when his HCT was high. My husband decided to go to a Veterans Affairs health care center for his care to ...

I would like to thank the Pride in the Tiger Foundation for the soft start materials grant I received for my classroom. The materials I received allow students to use their hands and minds to be creative and socialize with other students. The materials have been a great addition to my ...