Flags will fly at half staff today to honor the return home of a serviceman who served during World War II. The flag order coincides with Private Lowell Smith’s funderal. RRN reports Army PFC Smith was assigned to Company F, 2nd Battalion, 157th Infantry Regiment, 45th Infantry Division in January 1945. Smith was part of … Read more
The Second Annual “Big or Small, Let’s Save Them All” event kicking off Breast Cancer Awareness Month is this Sunday starting at 3 at the Gathering Barn in Ashland. Doors will be open at 2:30. There will be several gentlemen modeling decoratged bras and dancing for dollars. Each dollar will be counted as a point. … Read more
The Gogebic-Ontonagon Community Action Agency wants residents to be aware of a series of rental scams going on in the area. Scammers take photos of a property listing from Zillow and list them as rentals they have. They will then charge an application fee, asking for banking information, photo ids and social security numbers. When … Read more
Governor Whitmer has proclaimed October as Weatherization Month in Michigan, and the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services has received a large increase in federal funding for home weatherization, to the tune $183 million over the next five to seven years. Eligibility is based on household income and if the home’s current condition is … Read more
The city of Ironwood has hired a new City Manager and City Engineer. The Globe reports members of the City Commission voted unanimously to confirm a contract hiring Paul Anderson, P.E. of Ironwood, to replace Scott Erickson who also acted as both manager and engineer to the city for 17 years. Andrew DiGiorgio, director of … Read more
A reminder that Michigan.gov is holding a virtual job fair today. The event will offer the opportunity to attend a virtual information session to hear from recruiters about jobs, the application process, resumes and cover letters, interview preparation, and more. Applicants will be able to individually chat with the recruiters of their choice for 10 … Read more
A young bull moose sighted in the Marengo area is likely a visitor from across the border in Michigan. The DailyPress reports Rebecka Jolma said she had no idea what kind of animal was crossing the road near her home in rural Marengo. he pulled over to the side of Government Road and starting shooting … Read more
The newest COVID-19 booster vaccine is now available at the Oscar G. Johnson VA Medical Center, as well as the flu shot. The clinic will be open to walk-ins to drom 10-11 am and 3-4 pm today. To be eligible for the vaccine, at least 2 months must have passed since your last booster or … Read more
The Ashland City Council is expected to discuss and perhaps move ahead with a housing development proposed by a local business owner. The DailyPress reports business owner wants to build new apartments and move some of his existing rentals there as well. Scott Breiling is asking the city to give him the land and contribute … Read more
U.S. and state flags flew at half staff yesterday on all public buildings in honor of the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service and to honor the brave firefighters and first responders who risk their lives to protect their communities. Governor Whitmer said “the state joins families and loved ones across the nation on this solemn … Read more