The public is invited to join the Pipestone County Historical Society for a Legacy Family Tree webinar “watch party” where we will be viewing “Tracing Migrating Ancestors: Who, What, Where, When, why and How” with Myko Clelland. We’re all descended from migrants — it’s a fact ...

Dear Heloise: Recently, you ran a letter from a reader who was wondering how to get rid of the bitterness that was creeping into her coffee. Your suggestion of thoroughly cleaning the pot was a great first step. If this didn’t do the trick for her, I’d like to suggest adding salt to her ...

Dear Annie: I’ve been married for 16 years, and lately, I’m not sure I want to stay in this marriage. I’ve always been the steady one -- the saver, the planner, the person who makes sure the bills get paid and there’s something set aside for the future. My wife, on the other hand, has ...

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: I’m in my early 30s and have been dating someone for nearly two years. On paper, he is everything my parents could have hoped for. He has a stable career; he is kind, respectful, family-oriented and well-liked by everyone. My friends and family think I have hit the jackpot. The ...

Dear Heloise: Following the death of my husband, our family was writing out thank-you notes and ran into some issues of not being able to read the names that were signed on the cards or in the guest register. We also had problems with not having the sympathizer’s addresses and not being able ...