The second race of the Escanaba Yacht Club (EYC)'s June series was held on Wednesday. Rain nearly kept the three participating boats from going out, but skippers preferred to make the most of the short sailing season and race in spite of the soggy conditions. Variable winds from around the ...
MARQUETTE — Michigan State University Extension’s Conservation Stewards Program is returning this fall for its 20th year across the state and for a second year in the Upper Peninsula. The Michigan Conservation Stewards Program is an educational program for adults age 18 and older, offered ...
“When she’s walking by the river or the railway line, she can still hear him whisper, ‘Let’s go down to the waterline,’” – Mark Knopfler It’s a warm, summery day today – just like so many I remember from years ago. When I was a kid, there was a place my parents used to take ...
ESCANABA — Walks and errors told the story here Tuesday night as the Escanaba Cubs defeated Niagara 20-1. Carter Seidel got the start for Niagara and allowed eight runs on three hits with eight walks in the first inning. Daunte Sandoval took over in relief and gave up 12 runs and walked 10 batters. The Cubs had a two run single in the first inning to put the Cubs up 6-0. In the second inning, Braun, Graham Juhnson and Joey Garcia each had a run producing hits as the Cubs extended their lead to 14-0. “They were throwing a lot of balls,” Braun said. “I knew when I saw a strike ...
GLADSTONE — The Fran Cannon Firecracker five and 2½-mile run is taking place here July 4. Also included is a 2½-mile walk and a one-mile kids’ run. Entry fee is $35 for the five-mile run, $30 for the 2½-mile run and $20 for the walk. The kids’ run, which begins at 8 a.m., costs $15 to enter. The other events start at 8:15. Race material can be picked up at the large pavilion across from the State Police post July 2 from 4:30-6:30 p.m. Raceday registration also takes place prior to the races at the same location. Entry fee includes a T-shirt while supplies last. ...
ESCANABA — The Gregg Johnson/Al Erickson Memorial tournament will take place this weekend with 10 teams making the trip. Games will be played on Friday and Saturday at The Bay College Field in Wells and Al Ness Field in Escanaba. The semifinals and championship game will take place at Al Ness Field on Sunday. The 10 teams are split into two pools. Pool A consists of Escanaba, Niagra, Kewaunee County, Sheboygan and Sault Ste Marie. Pool B consists of Marinette, Plover, Kingsford, Soo Black Sox and Negaunee. Plover has had a great deal of success at this tournament over the years ...
