Dear Heloise: Thank you for all your hints, which I read in the Long Beach Press-Telegram. In response to Lori B. about the difficulty of reading the expiration dates on product labels due to the small print, I have a solution. There is a magnifying glass feature on my smartphone, which I use ...

Dear Annie: My mom remarried last year, and her new husband, “Ken,” has made himself very at home -- too at home, if you ask me. I’m 26 and still live with my mom while saving up to buy a condo. We’ve always had a good rhythm: we cook together, watch movies, take walks. But ever since ...

Dear Annie: My fiance, “Mark,” and I are getting married in six months, and there’s one issue I can’t shake. His best friend, “Tyler,” makes me uncomfortable. Tyler has a history of cheating, drinking too much, and making offhand comments that cross the line -- especially toward ...

Dear Heloise: Jane, in Virginia, mentioned that all the colors are the same with furniture: gray, white and beige! A very simple and inexpensive way to get pops of color is with throw pillows, colored glass jars, and artwork. Lots of stores offer these items at great prices instead of your ...

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 Marshall Sunrise Rotary, 7 a.m., Marshall ...

Dear Dr. Roach: In a recent column, you answered a question regarding weight loss. You stated that you do not recommend weight-loss drugs unless the person is very overweight or has medical complications. I’m curious to know your reasoning behind this. Can you please elaborate on your answer? ...