Bessemer Planning Commission Recommend Allowing Self Storage

At the most recent meeting of the Bessemer Planning Commission, the board voted to allow self storage units with permission in Mixed Use Corridors and Country Estate Zones in the city. TheDailyGlobe reports that the planning commission’s vote now stands as a recommendation to the City Council. Currently, the property known as North of 45 … Read more

Ashland Bike Rodeo and Library Summer Reading Kickoff This Weekend

This Saturday, the 9th Annual Ashland Bike Rodeo is taking place outside the Vaughn Public Library. TheAshlandDailyPress reports the event is organized by the City of Ashland Parks and Recreation Department, in collaboration with Ashland Police, Ashland Fire, and Vaughn Public Library. This year the day will feature a comprehensive safety skills course for kids, … Read more

Name of Ontonagon Man Killed In Single Car Rollover Released

The name of an Ontonagon man killed in a single vehicle rollover crash in Oneida County has been released. The Oneida County Sheriff’s office says Michael Fortner was the driver of a vehicle that rolled over near the town of Piehl, on Highway 45 North early last Thursday evening. Investigators report he was ejected from … Read more

Pier At Bayview Park Will Be Closed This Summer

Swimmers who like diving off the pier at Pamida Beach will have to find another place to show off their skills this summer. TheAshlandDailyPress reports the pier at Ashland’s Bayview Park along Lakeshore Drive East was damaged considerably this winter by ice. A structural engineer for the county’s insurance company has declared the pier unsafe … Read more

Vilas County to Begin Charging Admission Fees to Parks and Landings

Starting the 15th, Vilas County will begin charging user access fees for all vehicles using county parks and landings. The fees will continue through the summer season. Daily or season passes will be available. Vilas County residents, including anyone who owns or rents property in Vilas County qualifies for a discounted annual resident membership, and … Read more

Local Haze May Be Due to Fire in Northern Part of Michigan

Some haze and smoke may continue over the U.P. this morning. The 3000 acre fire located just southeast of Grayling in the northern part of the state is to blame. The source of the fire, which started Saturday, was a campfire on private property near Staley Lake. The MDNR reports that as of yesterday morning … Read more

St Germain to Allow ATVs & UTVs on Public Roadways Year Round

Roads in St. Germain will now be open to ATV and UTV traffic year-round. TheLakelandTimes reports the town board voted unanimously to allow the new traffic with a few exceptions. The amended ordinance does require an annual review, giving the board and the public the option to review how allowing that traffic has worked for … Read more