The MDOT Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) Program is a federally required program designed to ensure that firms owned and controlled by minorities, women, and other socially and economically disadvantaged persons have the opportunity to grow and become self-sufficient through participation in federally funded MDOT contracts. MDOT will hold a Workbench Wednesday today at noon. You … Read more
The Mercer Area Chamber of Commerce invites everyone to the 2nd Annual Fall Color Classic and the Fall Classic Car Show this Saturday starting at 8 am at W.S. Carow Park. Registration for the Car Show starts at 1 pm. The show runs from 2 to 5 pm in downtown Mercer. Registration for the bike … Read more
The city of Ironwood has announced that the intersection of Lowell Street/Francis Street will be closed for the installation of new water main and sanitary sewer main. The street is expected to remain closed for the day today. Anyone with questions can contact the City of Ironwood offices. http://blogaudio.virtualnewscenter.com/WUPM-091322-STUART-STREET%20CLOSURE%20IN%20IRONWOOD.mp3
A group supporting the $450 million proposed Line 5 relocation project gathered outside the UA Local 400 Office and Training Center late last week. The relocation project which would cover Ashland, Bayfield and Iron Counties, is estimated to bring over 700 construction jobs to the area is being reviewed by the Wisconsin Department of Natural … Read more
A man from Ontonagon who was reported missing by his family Wednesday morning has still not been found. Joseph Bittner was last seen leaving on his four wheeler to do some work at a nearby camp. His family called police when he didn’t return home that evening. His four wheeler was found along Lakeshore Drive … Read more
The Copper Peak Trails Fest takes place tomorrow and Sunday. The course navigates down to the Black River then climbs 500+ vertical feet to the historic Copper Peak ski flying jump. The downhills are fast and flowy with jumps, rollers, berms, rock gardens and bridges. There will be a Sport Bike Race (7 miles), an … Read more
Tomorrow is the Battle of the Badges Charity Softball game in Hurley. Local law enforcement agencies will competer in a Wisconsin versus Michigan matchup. The game starts at 2 pm at Cary Park in Hurley. There will be kid’s games and concessions starting at 1 pm. There will be a 50/50 raffle and all proceeds … Read more
The Depot Farmers and Artisan’s Market at the Iron Bell Trail Head will be open again tomorrow from 4 to 6 pm. and this week, RavenRidge Farms will be raffling off a bunch of fresh baked pies every twenty minutes for just a dollar a chance or six chances for $5 as a fundraiser for … Read more
Not too hot, not too cold…just about right describes the weather for Hurley’s Fesivale italiano this past weekend. The Globe reports a great crowd for the event with folks of all ages in attendance. A three block area of the main street was blocked off, to allow for vendors with everything from jewelry and clothing … Read more
The Ironwood Theater has received a grant from the Michigan Community Service Commission. The commission awarded $10,000 to 26 organizations across the state hosting volunteer projects for the 9/11 National Day of Service. Through these projects, volunteers will serve veterans, military personnel and first responders, and also focus on environmental improvement and disaster preparedness. Funding … Read more