There was an explosion and fire in downtown Iron River Saturday, with the West Iron County Fire Department first on the scene. A posting by the fire department on social media around 10:30 pm on Saturday night advised the public to stay away from the area. Multiple witnesses said the home near Cayuga and 9th … Read more
The Bessemer Parks and Recreation Commission has decided to work on a five year plan for the area’s parks and recreation plan. TheDailyGlobe reports the commission has number of items on it’s wishlist, like pickleball courts, ADA compliant playground equipment and a splash pad. Commissioners decided that its next meeting will be dedicated to the … Read more
More than 30 vehicles from across the country were at the Big Powderhorn Resort over the weekkend to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Cat Clowder, a gathering of those who celebrate their love of the Sno Cat and similar vehicles. TheDailyGlobe reports the mix of those who love Sno Cats is an eclectic one, … Read more
An investigation into a report of suspected child abuse has resulted in a woman from Bayfield County being charged with physical abuse of a 15 year old boy. TheDailyPress reports that Brianne F. Nicoletti of Clover, also known as Brianne Hyde is charged with ten counts related to the adopted boy in her care. The … Read more
The lack of snow in the region has prompted a decision to allow off road vehicle riding to begin in February. TheDailyPress reports Iron and Ontonagon counties have issued statements announcing that snowmobile trails would be closed and atv/utv trails would be open until further notice. The Gogebic Range Authority has made the same decision, … Read more
The Wisconsin DNR is advising anyone interested in hunting for the first time this year to register for a hunter safety course. The DNR says classes fill up quickly, so anyone born after January 1, 1973 who needs a hunter education course should book now in order to be able to purchase their hunting license. … Read more
Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers made a stop at Washburn Elementary School on his State of the State tour. His visit to Washburn was to help highlight the importance of mental health of kids and youth in the state. While he was there, the staff presented their Sources of Strength program, where kids learn lessons through … Read more
The Ontonagon Sheriff’s Department has announced a Ewen man has been arrested on multiple charges including larceny in Ontonagon County. Sheriff’s deputies arrested the unidentified man midweek last week, on one count of larceny of $20,000K and unlawfully driving away from the scene of a crime. He was arraigned in 98th District Court and remains … Read more
The City of Ashland has two projects that would improve the downtown area and is looking for funding. Renovation of the Vaughn Public Library will be put to a vote as to whether the city can fund the project through a bond worth $4.3 million. The city would also apply for a $2.5 millon grant … Read more
An Iron County man already convicted of homicide in Alabama is now being charged in a murder case in Green Bay. Caleb Anderson was extradited to Wisconsin from Alabama to face murder charges in the death of Patrick Earnest, who was found dead in his apartment in 2022. Anderson reportedly found Earnest through an app … Read more