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Fun-filled activities at the Gladstone Library

May 23, 2013 Courtesy photos “Welcome Spring” was the theme of a recent story hour held at the Gladstone Public Librar. more »»

 
 
 
Rock Lions support Little League

May 23, 2013 Courtesy photo The Mid Pen Little League recently was presented a check for $700 from the Rock Lions to help cover the cost of team sponsorship, equipment, and operations. more »»

Schools

May 23, 2013 Myers is Marquette U. honors grad MILWAUKEE, Wis. — Tara Myers graduated summa cum laude, with highest honors, from the Marquette University College of Nursing on May 19. more »»

Manistique students win science fair

May 22, 2013 Courtesy photos Students in grades 4-8 at St. Francis de Sales Catholic School in Manistique recently took part in a science fair. more »»

Nahma to host 3rd annual music festival

May 22, 2013 Courtesy photo Festival goers who attended the Nahma Music Festival in 2012 will have the opportunity to enjoy themselves again when the Third Annual Nahma Music Festival gets underway on Saturday,... more »»

First Communion at Holy Family Church

May 21, 2013 Courtesy photo First Holy Communion was celebrated on Sunday, May 5, at Holy Family Catholic Church in Gladstone (Flat Rock). more »»

Remember When?

May 21, 2013 Photo courtesy of Frank Schmitt Frank Schmitt of Rapid River has identified the men who are pictured in an identical photograph submitted by Donald Swanson of the 107th Engineer Battalion C Michiga... more »»

A face lift for school courtyard

May 21, 2013 Courtesy photo Stephenson High School Art Club students recently finished painting the final two of four outdoor benches as an effort to dress up their school’s courtyar. more »»

Lutherans aid local dental clinic

May 20, 2013 Courtesy photo Pastor Judy Kincaid of Immanuel Lutheran Church, at right, presents a $500 contribution to the Carefree Dental Clinic represented by Dr. Paul Jacobs and wife Paula Jacobs of Escanab. more »»

Friends donate to Library

May 20, 2013 Courtesy photo The Friends of the Gladstone Library were very pleased to be able to donate $10,000 to the Gladstone School and Public Library at the annual Candlelight Dinner held April 27. more »»

Two Girl Scouts awarded scholarships

May 18, 2013 MARQUETTE — Two U.P. Girl Scouts received scholarships at a luncheon held in Marquette on April 27. more »»

Girl Scout volunteers recognized at luncheon

May 18, 2013 MARQUETTE — Several adult Girl Scout volunteers were recognized at a luncheon held in Marquette on April 27. The Girl Scouts of the Northwestern Great Lakes, Inc. more »»

Elks/Boy Scouts to serve county homeless

May 18, 2013 ESCANABA — The Elks National Foundation has approved a $1,000 grant to the Escanaba Elks to use toward a homeless dinner to be held on Wednesday, June 5, from 5-7 p.m. more »»

Dancing with horses

May 18, 2013 ESCANABA — Whether it’s to the music of Strauss, Duke Ellington, the Beatles, or U2, you can dance with your horse. more »»

Births

May 18, 2013 BODA — Duane and Anne Marie Boda of Ishpeming welcomed their first child, a daughter, born at Marquette General Hospital on April 10 at 6:57 a.m. more »»

Schools

May 18, 2013 Branz awarded bachelor’s degree GLADSTONE — Sarah Jean Branz received a bachelor of arts degree on May 4 from Aquinas College in Grand Rapids. more »»

Lion honored for 58 years of service

May 17, 2013 ESCANABA - The Escanaba Lions Club has been around for about 75 years, and the group recently honored a member who has been a major figure in the club’s history for most of those year. more »»

Bikes and memories go together

May 17, 2013 ESCANABA — Shiny and sturdy, balloon tires, handle grips and a little “ring-e, ring-e” bell — do you remember your first bicycle? Oh, the excitement of swinging your leg over that new bike and... more »»

Schools

May 17, 2013 Mc Mahon earns doctoral degree AUGUSTA, Maine — John Mc Mahon, a 1976 graduate of Escanaba High School, completed a doctoral degree from Western Michigan University in April. The degree is a Ph.D. more »»

The fight against breast cancer: K-Dance Express students perform for a cause

May 16, 2013 ESCANABA — The students of K-Dance Express will hit the stage for their 15th annual revue, in “Dancing for Breast Cancer. more »»

4-H Club members are cleaning up

May 15, 2013 Courtesy photo Creative Crusading Kids 4-H Club picked up three tires and over 20 large bags of garbage in the field on 6th Ave. N., across from Walmart on May 5. more »»

 
 

 

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