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Check out tips on traveling solo

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 domestic and international travel. Also, the tours offered by Road Scholars often include solo travelers. I hope this encourages those who want to step out on their own but are in need of a “safety net.” -- Ann Edgecombe, in Jacksonville, Florida DIFFERENT PERSPECTIVE ON CURSIVE ...

Regional Calendar

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 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Public Works Building, Marshall. Call 532-8210 for more info. SW MN Arts Council Gallery 9 a.m.-noon and 1-4 p.m., 509 West Main Street, Marshall. Lyon County Museum 10 a.m.-4 p.m., 301 W. Lyon St., Marshall. Marshall-Lyon County Library hours 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., 201 C ...

Symptoms, not numbers, are the main drivers for a phlebotomy

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 save money. He saw a nurse practitioner at the VA. She said the new guidelines for treating secondary polycythemia that is not genetic is to go by symptoms, not numbers. She refused to order phlebotomies unless he was having dizzy spells or headaches. His HCT was 54.3%. He never had dizziness or ...

Regional Calendar

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 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Public Works Building, Marshall. TOPS# 1373 (take off pounds sensibly), 8-9 a.m., 82 W Main Street Cottonwood. For questions call 507-828-0944. SW MN Arts Council Gallery, 9 a.m.-noon and 1-4 p.m., 509 West Main Street, Marshall. Lyon County Museum, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., 301 W. ...

In Recognition

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 classroom. The Pride in the Tiger Foundation is always incredibly supportive of teachers and students. Thank you, Pride in the Tiger! Sincerely, Theresa Leek Second grade teacher

Knowing the date of purchase

Dear Heloise: I also have trouble seeing the dates on items, so when I bring home my groceries, I grab a permanent marker and write the date on the top of a can, the end of the egg carton, or whatever. It makes it so much easier. Love to read all of the hints. -- Karen B., in New York Karen, grocery stores usually have a rapid turnover of products, so writing the date of purchase is a good idea. -- Heloise COFFEE FILTERS Dear Heloise: My single-serve coffeepot has a permanent filter to use for ground coffee when not using a pod (which I find wasteful and expensive). I find that the ...