ESCANABA — At least three tornadoes touched down in the Upper Peninsula during a weather event on Monday, reported the National Weather Service (NWS) on Friday. One was at Delta County's O.B. Fuller Park; the other two were in Marquette County and Menominee County. The conditions Monday ...
When someone asks me what the Chamber of Commerce does, one of my favorite answers is, "We make connections that help build relationships." Sometimes those connections are easy to see ~ a Business After Hours event, a ribbon cutting, or other networking opportunities. But many of the Chamber's most valuable services happen quietly behind the scenes, often without anyone realizing they're taking place. In fact, some members may have received referrals from the Chamber without ever knowing it. Every day, our team fields questions from visitors, new residents, business travelers, ...
LANSING – Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel is reissuing her consumer alert on government imposter scams, warning consumers to remain vigilant against fraudulent callers. The Department of Attorney General has received reports that scammers are using spoofing technology to manipulate caller ID to display a real phone number from the Department of Attorney General. The Department has also received complaints of fraudsters claiming to represent the State of Michigan, demanding immediate payment for taxes through Bitcoin or prepaid gift cards. “Bad actors deploy pressure tactics ...
ESCANABA — Escanaba's waterfront will come alive today with music, food and summertime activity as Marina Fest 2026 returns to Ludington Park for a full day of free entertainment. The festival will feature four live bands overlooking the city's harbor on Little Bay de Noc, celebrating ...
1902 — Jim Jeffries knocks out Bob Fitzsimmons in the eighth round to retain the world heavyweight title. 1941 — Lefty Grove of the Boston Red Sox wins his 300th and last game, beating the Cleveland Indians 10-6. 1956 — Swaps sets an American record in a 1 5/8-mile race at Hollywood Park. Swaps runs the course in 2:38 1-5. 1956 — Jack Burke Jr. defeats Ted Kroll 3 and 2 in the final round to win the PGA championship. 1976 — In Montreal, Edwin Moses of the United States sets an Olympic record in the 400 hurdles with a time of 47.63. 1982 — Janet Anderson wins the U.S. ...
