Stabenow authored Farm Bill passes through Congress
WASHINGTON D.C. — On Tuesday, the United States Senate passed the farm bill which was co–authored by Senator Debbie Stabenow (D-MI) and Senator Pat Roberts (R-KA)….
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Preventing electric fires during the holidays
HOUGHTON — During the winter months, fire departments see an increase of house fires often times causing serious injury or worse. That’s generally attributed to residents…
How online buyers and sellers can stay safe this holiday season
MARQUETTE — When buying things online from locals in your area, you don’t expect to be the victim of a crime. Officials are now giving out…
Attorney General releases OKAY2SAY tip numbers
MARQUETTE — Last week, Michigan Attorney General Bill Schuette released the November OK2SAY tip numbers. Top Tip Categories Include: Suicide which had 174 tips, Bullying with…
City reacts to UPHS – Marquette property acquisition
MARQUETTE — Last week, UPHS Marquette and the Veridea Group announced the developer’s intent to acquire the current hospital land. Veridea has said that redevelopment…
How to protect yourself from porch pirates this holiday season
MARQUETTE — During the holiday season millions of packages are delivered every year. Now you might not give much thought to the delivery process, but…
Scrooge! begins at the Forest Roberts Theatre
MARQUETTE — The annual revival of Scrooge! begins again at the Forest Roberts Theatre. This tradition is brought to life by locals, NMU students and staff…
Negaunee presents new economic strategy, “Moving Forward”
NEGAUNEE — The city of Negaunee, along with the Lake Superior Community Partnership, held an event Monday night to show the public their economic development…
Beacon House sale falls through, organization close to fundraising goal
MARQUETTE — Last week, a pending sale of the current Beacon House property on Third Street fell through due to financial difficulties on the buyer’s…
The Salvation Army’s Red Kettle Campaign lagging behind goal
MARQUETTE — In 2017, The Salvation Army’s Red Kettle Campaign raised $96,182 , but this year donations are down 11% from this time last year. The…