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In the stillness of winter

Outdoors

“There’s a pale moon waning as the blackbirds dot the sky, but the crows are my friends and I wave to them a-passing by,” – Otis Gibbs A crow floats down into the wintry scene. His presence cracks the moment like a light bulb dropped on the kitchen floor. He looks lost or out of place ...

Prep Schedule Jan. 13

Local Sports

Today’s games Girls’ basketball Mackinac Island at Big Bay de Noc, 4 p.m. Manistique at Munising, 6 p.m. Rapid River at Hannahville, 6 p.m. Marquette at Gladstone, 7:15 p.m. Escanaba at Menominee, 7:30 p.m. Carney-Nadeau at Goodman-Pembine, Wis., 7:30 p.m. Florence, Wis. at ...

Meet the Athlete: Lonnie Davey

Local Sports

KINGSFORD — After hitting 10 3-pointers against Escanaba to set a new school record Daily Press sports writer Adam Hinch got the opportunity to sit down with Davey and discuss a variety of topics. Adam Hinch: So Lonnie, when did you first get into basketball? Lonnie Davey: I started ...

DNR offers cold-weather safety tips for outdoor adventurers

Outdoors

MICHIGAN -- Present winter conditions vary throughout the state and will continue to fluctuate based on weather forecasts. The Michigan Department of Natural Resources reminds everyone to put safety first when enjoying favorite outdoor winter activities. “People often get caught up in the ...

The 21st Kids Trappers Workshop

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HERMANSVILLE - The U.P. Trappers Association - District 3 is once again hosting the U.P. Trappers Kids Workshop at the Hermansville Community Center on Saturday, Feb. 7. The event will run from 8 a.m. to approximately 4 p.m. central time. All are welcome. 2026 marks the 21st year this event ...

DNR: Many 400- and 500-pound bears tagged in UP

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ESCANABA — Bear hunters recorded another robust season in Michigan in 2025, harvesting nearly 2,000 animals and bringing home a remarkable number of large bears in the Upper Peninsula. At the Escanaba-area check stations alone, the Michigan Department of Natural Resources registered an ...