Wisconsin health officials have confirmed recent cases of Powassan virus in the state, a rare but potentially deadly tick-borne illness transmitted by blacklegged ticks. These ticks, also carriers of Lyme disease, can rapidly spread the virus to the brain, causing viral encephalitis. However, unlike Lyme disease, Powassan virus has no cure and can lead to … Read more
The Michigan DNR is preparing 126 properties for online auction this August and early September. These surplus lands, including river and lake frontage and forested acreage, are located throughout Lower Michigan and the Upper Peninsula, including a waterfront property on Duck Lake in Gogebic County (Lot #10050). Public land sales, allow these parcels better suited … Read more
To honor the 50th anniversary of the sinking of the Edmund Fitzgerald, Stormy Kromer has released a limited edition cap. The cap’s dark navy and black colorway and custom patch pay tribute to the freighter’s final port of call in Superior, Wisconsin, and the 29 crew members who died on Nov. 10, 1975. Gina Thorsen, … Read more
A free Small Business Clinic, hosted by the Office of Business and Entrepreneurship, Wisconsin Small Business Development Center, Northwood Technical College, and Ashland Area Development Corporation, will be held on Friday the 31st, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Northwood Technical College’s Ashland campus. The event offers 30-minute consultant sessions on topics like starting … Read more
Officials confirm the Coast Guard rescued two people from Lake Superior on Friday night, near Bayfield. The rescue operation began after the Coast Guard received a distress call about a boat taking on water. When they arrived, first responders pulled two people from the water and brought them to shore. EMS then evaluated both individuals … Read more
An environmental coalition alleges Enbridge paved over a sacred Michigan Indigenous site for its proposed Line 5 tunnel, a claim Enbridge denies. Oil and Water Don’t Mix, opposing the project, states the Emmet County site was historically important and slated for archaeological surveys. The coalition’s Sean McBrearty claims Enbridge improperly concealed the site by transferring … Read more
City Manager Paul Anderson updated the Ironwood City Commission on construction projects at its last meeting. A $482,000 water main replacement and paving project on Superior Street and repaving on Curry Street is expected to start this week, aiming for completion by Labor Day. Additionally, $177,000 chipping and sealing, will begin Monday on Brogan, South … Read more
During their monthly meeting, the Gogebic County Friends of the Fair Board addressed construction progress following the fire that destroyed the 4-H horse barn, a hay barn, and grandstands. The new horse barn is expected to be finished before this year’s fair, with volunteers soon setting up stalls. Repairs are also underway for the livestock … Read more
The Iron County Board of Supervisors approved the hiring of Jay Sween of Wisconsin as county manager in a new position following a closed session on July 9. The motion, made by Karen Lauer and seconded by Mario Loreti, passed with Paul Mullard casting the sole dissenting vote. Richard Boes and Patrick Hanson were absent. … Read more
The Gogebic County Board of Commissioners voted to thank Greg Basom for organizing the Snowmobile Olympus, despite his decision not to organize this year’s event. Basom’s decision stems from a disagreement over fairground track usage fees, a change from previous arrangements when the county allowed free use. Basom, who revived the event in 2019-20, has … Read more