Island Resort and Casino announces $30mil expansion
HARRIS — The Island Resort and Casino has announced a $30 million expansion that is expected to start this summer and end next year. Read…
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Local family getting ready for World Championship Snowmobile Derby
ISHPEMING — One of the most popular pastimes in the Upper Peninsula is snowmobiling, and some in the area are preparing for the World Championship…
Hancock City Leaders Meet to Plan Upcoming Events
HANCOCK — It is known as the third snowiest city in the United States and city leaders in Hancock spend a lot of time planning…
Madeline Goodman of Madgoodies Studio named as one of two Tom Baldini Scholarship recipients
MARQUETTE — The cozy little studio on the corner of West Ohio Street was founded by Madeline Goodman in the fall of 2018. Since then,…
Marquette increases recycling and garbage collection fees
MARQUETTE — Recycling and garbage fees are being increased in the city of Marquette. Earlier tonight, the Marquette City Commission approved a motion to pass…
New Training Facility Helps Firefighters Get Real Life Experience
STANTON TOWNSHIP — Imagine being a new firefighter hearing your first call. You’re nearby. You flip on the lights. Get to the station for the…
Big Brothers Big Sisters encourages Marquette County to volunteer during National Mentoring Month
MARQUETTE COUNTY — Most New Year’s Resolutions involve self-improvement, such as losing weight, eating healthier, or saving money. Big Brothers Big Sisters of Marquette and…
Marquette Mountain, Rippling River Resort gearing up for Special Olympics’ Winter Games
MARQUETTE — The steady snowfall we’ve been seeing has set the perfect setting for a unique competition. Marquette Mountain and Rippling River Resort are gearing…
Calumet is the First School in Upper Peninsula To Use Therapy Dogs
CALUMET — Public schools in Calumet, Laurium, and Keweenaw are the first in the Upper Peninsula to begin using therapy dogs on their campuses. In…
New Year New Pet Adoption Event at UPAWS taking place through the end of January
GWINN — A special New Year’s adoption event is currently being held at the Upper Peninsula Animal Welfare Shelter, and it will continue through the…