THE COMMUNITY SAYS GOODBYE TO PAULING YOUTH FOUND LAST WEEK Family, friends and neighbors gathered to celebrate the life of Cameron Besonen at Ewen-Trout Creek School, where he was a student this past Saturday. The 17 year old, who was autistic and non-verbal, passed away after he disappeared into the woods last week. Ontonagon Sheriff … Read more
American Rescue Plan Act Bringing Much Needed Assistance to Townships Across the State Michigan is expected to receive $10.3 billion in funds from the American Rescue Plan Act. Payments for each township could occur as soon as May 10th. Mary Segalin, new secretary of the Michigan Townships Association, says the funds may be used for … Read more
Local Chapter of the Michigan Townships Association Finally Able to Meet Face to Face. The Gogebic County Chapter of the Michigan Townships Association met in person at the Erwin Township Hall for the first time in six month and voted in four new officers, including a new position. Wakefield Township Supervisor Mandy Lake was elected … Read more
FOURTH OF JULY FESTIVITIES ARE BEING PLANNED IN WAKEFIELD The Wakefield City Council has pledged to return the town’s Fourth of July celebration by committing $2,500 to the event. Last year’s events were canceled due COVID-19 restrictions. City Manager Robert Brown has said he hopes everyone stays healthy and folks continue to get vaccinated. He … Read more
DROP IN STATE FUNDING COULD AFFECT PROGRAMS AT GOGEBIC COMMUNITY COLLEGE Gogebic Community College President George McNulty expressed concern about a possible reduction in state funding for the school of over 18% if the proposed budget recommendation funding model is enacted by the House Appropriations committee. the effect would be felt both this fall and … Read more
BODY OF PAULING YOUTH FOUND AFTER EXTENDED, INTENSE SEARCH. Officials announced that the body of Cam Besonen of Pauling, was found in the woods near his home. Besonen was autisic and non verbal. The three day search for the boy involved more than 400 volunteers, along with local, state and tribal agencies, who battled snow … Read more
IRONWOOD RESIDENTS WILL AGAIN HAVE TO PAY WATER AND SEWER CHARGES The Ironwood City Commission has approved the request by the city water department to resume charges for city water and sewer services along with late payment fees, and service connect and disconnect fees. The temporary waiving of reconnection and late fees so far has … Read more
MERCER MIDDLE SCHOOL STUDENTS TO PARTICIPATE IN ANNUAL STUDY Eighth and ninth grade students in the Mercer School District are participating in the annual Iron County Loon and Lake Study, helping to support the world of the Iron County Land and Water Conservation Department. The students will make 3 field trips to nearby Fox Lake … Read more
MERCER APPROVES THE PRAT, NOW MUST GET LEGISLATURE BEHIND THE TAX The town of Mercer has asked residents to contact their elected state officials to ask their support for the town’s Premier Resort Area Tax request. Voters approved the PRAT at the beginning of April, howeve a municipality with less than 40% tourist driven value … Read more
IROWNWOOD RESIDENT AND FORMER MAJOR LEAGUE PLAYER WALKS IRON BELLE TRAIL FOR CHARITY Eric Hillman, a former major league baseball and an Ironwood resident decided to celebrate his 55th birthday by walking the Iron Belle Trail for charity. Hillman, who pitched for the New York Mets in 1994 set a goal of $20,000 for No … Read more