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
U.S. 2 is open and traffic is flowing freely after two summers of multiple detours in the process of rebuilding the much traveled roadwaytht runs through Bessemer. The Globe reports the project covered 2.7 miles of U.S. 2 from Powdermill Creek on the west side of the city just east of Cedar Avenue, near Memory … Read more
The last day of the 44th Annual Iron County Farmers Market is tomorrow. Tomorrow is also the first day of fire prevention week. Members of the Saxon, Kimball and Hurley fire departments will be in attendance at the market. There will also be a cook-out fundraiser put on by the 4H Green Team. Vendors will … Read more
Fall has arrived in the U.P. and that means harvest festivals a-plenty. Running through tomorrow, the 60th Annual Bayfield Apple Festival is back, hosted by the Bayfield Chamber and Visitors Bureau. Food and craft vendors all weekend long, there will be live music from Big Top Chautauqua’s Blue Canvas Orchestra and other musicians at theMemorial … Read more
The Northern Michigan University Center for Rural Health is hosting an essay contest in partnership with the Michigan Center for Rural Health and the Legacy Literacy Fund of Michigan. According to RRN, high school students who attend school and live in the U.P. and plan to study in a health related field at a college … Read more
Bayfield residents continue to have concerns regarding the local post office, which has had staffing issues. According to the Ashland Daily Press, a note on the lobby door on Monday said the office was closed due to staffing issues and had been closed since September 27th. Residents say in some cases they haven’t received mail … Read more
Michigan.gov will be holding a virtual job fair Oct. 12. Learn about job opportunities across nine different state departments. The event will offer the opportunity to attend a video 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 … Read more
The Friends of the Ironwood Carnegie Library Autumn Used Book Sale is coming up next weekend. The Friends could use volunteers for a number of different days and tasks. On Thursday the 13th, help is needed to set up tables and signs at the Memorial Building and get boxes of books unloaded. Friday, volunteers are … Read more
This Friday is Plaidurday in Ironwood, get your best plaid out and get ready to celebrate. Events will be hosted by Stormy Kromer, Travel Ironwood, FeLiveLife and Plaidurday.com. Businesses will decorate with plaid, there will be games throughout the day, shops will be open late. The Depot Park Farmers and Artisan’s Market will open at … Read more