Gogebic Coummunity College Continues Search for Upper Level Administration Positions

Gogebic Community Colleges continues to have vacancies to fill at the upper level of administration. The Association of Community College Trustees has been hired to assist with it’s search for vice president of student services and athletics as well as vice president of business services. Both positions have been open and actively recruiting for a … Read more

COVID-19 Cases Rising in the U.P., Vaccination Clinics Scheduled

The Western Upper Peninsula Health Department reported late last week that there have been more than 200 COVID-19 cases in Gogebic, Ontonagon, Houghton, Baraga and Keeweenaw Counties since December 8th. Iron County Public Health has two COVID-19 clinics scheduled for the rest of the year. The Pfizer vaccine for children and adults will be available … Read more

Iron County To Crack Down on Accessory Buildings Used As Residences

Local residents in possession of permits for accessory buildings such as garages and then converting them into living spaces without being taxed properly were the subject of discussion at Tuesday’s meeting of the Iron County Comprehensive Planning/Land and Zoning Committee. Assistant Administrator Gerry Nasi said non-compliance will require an inspection by an independent contractor with … Read more

Ashland Getting Special Treatment By Santa This Year

Santa will be making an early stop in Ashland on Saturday, as Bob Ford of Ashland, AKA Santa will drive through neighborhoods visiting with kids. Santa will begin his parade at 1p.m. through residential Ashland at the corner of Third and 17th Streets West, travel up and down the neighborhood and conclude along Main Street … Read more

Replacement for Pete Matonich Appointed

Wakefield resident and Gogebic County Undersheriff Ross Solberg has been appointed to be the next Sheriff of Gogebic County effective January 1st, 2022. Solberg has 28 years of full-time law enforcement with the Gogebic County Sheriff’s office. Solberg replaces Pete Matonich, who is retiring and will complete his service to the county on Dec. 31st. … Read more

Elementary Students in Bessemer Can Get Vaccinated on Friday

The Gogebic-Ontonagon Intermediate School District and the Western U.P. Health Department will be holding a COVID-19 vaccination clinic for students at Washington Elementary School in Bessemer. Vaccinations are not required, but students will be able to get their first dose with parental permission Friday from 9 am to noon. Parents are invited to attend with … Read more

MECCA Trails ‘Winterfest’ Returns

February 5 sees the return of the MECCA Trails system’s second annual Winterfest. Events this year will be held both in-person and virtually from the 18th of this month through the 18th of February. Cross-country skiers will have three races to choose from, including the Flowage 15K Freestyle, the Clair d’ Loon 5K, and the … Read more

Blood Supplies At Seasonal Low, Local Blood Drive to Help

Ironwood High School is holding a blood drive in conjunction with the American Red Cross at the Ironwood Memorial Building, tomorrow from 9 am to 2 pm. Anyone who gives is eligible to receive a $10 gift card from Amazon. High school students and other donors 18 years of age or younger must meet certain … Read more