Manners seem fussy and old-fashioned, but they are essential to the way society functions. They convey a sense of respect for others, show consideration and help create positive interactions.

DEAR MISS MANNERS: My teenage son had begun seeing a new neurologist, who is highly recommended and seems to be very skilled.

DEAR MISS MANNERS: My teenage son had begun seeing a new neurologist, who is highly recommended and seems to be very skilled.

A parent and their son are seeing a neurologist who is very skilled at their job, but their use of constant profanity is ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: I’m a cashier in a grocery store, and we’re required to wear a name tag with our first name printed boldly ...

Community members and city leaders gathered on the Northside this morning to pick up trash for the third annual Earth Month ...

In today's Miss Manners column, advice columnist Judith Martin responds to using fun pseudonyms on name tags to avoid creepy customer interactions.

It feels creepy when customers, often the male ones, address me by saying my name in a domineering way. I’ve tried taking a deep breath to resist the urge to say something insulting, but I really wish ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: I’m a cashier in a grocery store, and we’re required to wear a name tag with our first name printed boldly. It feels creepy when customers, often the male ones, address me by saying ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: I attended a bridal shower where the bride-to-be asked for “no gifts, please.” Half the attendees showed up with gifts anyway, and the ones who honored her request and didn’t bring ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: I’m a cashier in a grocery store, and we’re required to wear a name tag with our first name printed boldly ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: We are often invited to fundraisers by a couple in our circle of friends. They purchase a table or a ...