ESCANABA – The child abuse case involving a former teacher's aide at the Delta Schoolcraft Intermediate School District (DSISD) Learning Center has been adjourned — for now. Robin Merle Popour, 54, of Gladstone, appeared in…
Wilson man pleads guilty to narcotics charge involving fentanyl pills
ESCANABA — A Wilson man has pleaded guilty to a controlled substance charge after an October 2024 run-in with a…
Mo's announces move, ballroom
ESCANABA — The electronic sign outside the restaurant that burned and closed over one year ago confirms what had for…
One week only: UP North Roast’s special fair blend returns
ESCANABA — A coffee blend available for just one week each year is returning to the Upper Peninsula State Fair,…
Launching a fairly large affair
ESCANABA -- The Upper Peninsula State Fair officially kicked off on Monday. Throughout the week, the grounds shall be open…
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Obituaries
Lawrence Spaulding
GLADSTONE — Lawrence Spaulding, age 78, of Gladstone passed away peacefully at home with…
ESCANABA — Sandra L. Sundquist, age 78, of Escanaba passed away Sunday, August 16, 2026 at…
Sandra L. Sundquist
ESCANABA — Florence Irene Bessonen, age 87, of Escanaba passed away Thursday, August 13, 2026 at…
Florence Irene Bessonen
ESCANABA — Sherry E. Dahl, 59, of Escanaba (Ford River Twp.) passed away at her home…
Sherry E. Dahl
Community
MSP brings teen defensive driving training to the Upper Peninsula
Upper Peninsula, Mich. — The Michigan State Police (MSP) hosted Teen Defensive Driving Programs in Brimley and Gladstone on August 15 and 16, 2026. The programs gave a total of 63 teens hands on training and practical skills to help them become safer drivers. Thirty-three students in total attended the Brimley sessions on August…
Statewide survey shows important role for local newspapers in promoting transparency
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The Upper Peninsula Commission for Area Progress (UPCAP) has announced two upcoming events in September designed…
UPCAP announces September events and retreat for regional family caregivers
Regional News
Teen boy among 6 dead including suspect in Michigan shootings; girl survived
Federal court denies request to rehear dismissal of DOJ lawsuit seeking personal information of Michigan voters
Sen. Peters announces 10th and final motorcycle tour across Michigan
Food truck owners look to revive The Stand in IR
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Editorial cartoon for Aug. 18, 2026
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