Boulder Junction is opening its first disc golf course, a sport growing in popularity. Funds were raised last winter to construct the course, managed by town parks board member Dennis Duke and Pete Berett. Though not fully complete, all baskets are in, allowing for play, with a soft opening anticipated by October. Construction, which began … Read more
The Ironwood City Commission has approved an engineering plan with a budget of $19,995 by B32 Engineering Group Inc. for the installation of the new ice refrigeration system at Pat O’Donnell Civic Center. City Manager Paul Anderson stated that the company would provide project engineering and bid specifications, terms required by the Michigan Department of … Read more
A new hospital has opened in Park Falls. The new $35 million Marshfield Medical Center-Park Falls project was aided by a $20 million state grant. The facility offers 24-hour emergency and nearly 25 other services, including pediatric and women’s health, addressing regional healthcare needs. Governor Evers highlighted the project’s role in improving healthcare access, creating … Read more
The Michigan Secretary of State is holding free “Road to Restoration” clinics to help eligible drivers regain their licenses. Experts and volunteer attorneys will offer consultations, license status checks, and guidance. On-site Secretary of State services like vision testing and written exams will also be available. Clinics are scheduled in Ontonagon on Wednesday, 11 a.m. … Read more
At its meeting at the end of August, the Gogebic County Board of Commissioners discussed retaining Ashley Dennis as full-time 4-H coordinator for the MSU Extension Office. District 1 Director Paul Putnam advocated for Dennis after learning the commission’s plans to return her to part-time, citing the increased number of volunteers and projects, as well … Read more
Upper Peninsula legislators have expressed anger and frustration with Aspirus Health’s announcement to end OB/GYN services at its Ironwood facility. Sen. Ed McBroom called it “outrageous,” citing a lack of notice and previous surprises, including the 2023 closure of its Ontonagon facility and the ending of OB/GYN services at a Keweenaw facility. He noted the … Read more
Concerns are rising over declining teen vaccination rates in Upper Michigan, which have dropped to 65%, five points below the state average, due to misinformation. Houghton County mirrors this 65% general vaccination rate. Experts warn a 95% community vaccination rate is crucial for protection. Low rates, especially for measles, pose high contagion risks. Houghton County … Read more
Iron County commissioners voted 3-2 at their last meeting to maintain local 911 dispatch services, despite concerns about staffing raised by Commissioner Mark Stauber. The decision follows voters’ approval of two millages in February to fund the dispatch center until 2027. Commissioners Patti Peretto and Pete Judd argued against contracting with neighboring counties, emphasizing that … Read more
The Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) office in Ashland, Wisconsin, will remain open, reversing a U.S. Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) closure plan. The decision came after opposition from the Great Lakes Inter-Tribal Council (GLITC) and U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin. Employing 40 staff, the Ashland office is vital for six Lake Superior Chippewa bands, providing … Read more
A St. Germain man faces a charge of homicide by negligent operation after a head-on motorcycle crash on Oct. 18, 2024, in Lac du Flambeau, which killed Peter Postema, 20, of Manitowish Waters, and injured Brody Vizanko, also 20. Chandler Savel turned himself in on Aug. 14 after an arrest warrant was issued. A $2,000 … Read more