Robin “Rob” James Rubick
ISHPEMING –Robin James Rubick was born on September 27th, 1960, in Newberry, Michigan. Rubick was initially a walk–on at Grand Valley State University, but became…
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Super One Foods making adjustments due COVID19
MARQUETTE — Grocery stores all around the United States have been affected by the COVID19 situation, but some aren’t letting it affect business. Super One…
Georige Gipp
ISHPEMING — George Gipp was born on February 18, 1895 in Laurium, Calumet Township, Michigan After attending Calumet High School, and being an incredible athlete…
Jack “Jocko” Gotta
ISHPEMING — Jack Gotta, or better known by his nickname, “Jocko”, was born on November 14, 1929, in Ironwood. Gotta became an incredible football player…
West End Health Foundation creates grant to help non-profits
ISHPEMING — The West End Health Foundation has created a $30,000 mini grant program in response to the COVID19 pandemic. The grants, ranging from $100…
Steve “Mooch” Mariucci
ISHPEMING — We continue our list of the greatest athletes of all–time from each upper peninsula county. Today, it’s Dickinson County. Steve Mariucci grabs the…
Local yoga instructor finds innovative way to teach during quarantine
ISHPEMING — After Governor Gretchen Whitmer issued the “Stay Home, Stay Safe” executive order, establishments such as gyms have been closed for weeks. The idea…
Kevin Ray Tapani
ISHPEMING — We move on to Delta County in our next installment of the best athlete from each Upper Peninsula county. Kevin Ray Tapani, born…
Clarence “Taffy” Abel
ISHPEMING — In our fourth installment of the best athlete from each Upper Peninsula county, we have Clarence “Taffy Abel. Abel was born in Sault…
Salvation Army still providing food for families
MARQUETTE — The executive order placed by Governor Gretchen Whitmer affects many organizations, but not charities. The Salvation Army is able to continue to provide…