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Tuning into true Delta County crime

ESCANABA — If anyone's ever wondered how the tongue-in-cheek term "Gladstone divorce" was spawned in the area to refer to spousal murder, a new true crime podcast launching tomorrow may provide answers. "What the Town Forgot" is the name of the audio broadcast produced by Joyce Engdahl, a ...

When it's advantageous to rent rather than buy

Real estate prices skyrocketed in recent years and property values have remained high in many markets ever since. Conventional wisdom has long attested to the value of investing in real estate, but a significant percentage of hopeful homeowners may be struggling to find an affordable property ...

Today in Sports Oct. 1

1903 — The Pittsburgh Pirates beat the Boston Pilgrims 7-3 in the first World Series game. Jimmy Sebring hits the first Series homer, Deacon Phillippe is the winning pitcher and Cy Young the loser. 1932 — Babe Ruth made his legendary “call” as he points to center field before hitting a home run into the Wrigley Field bleachers in the 5th inning of Game 3 of the World Series. Yankees go on to win, 7-5. 1945 — World heavyweight boxing champion Joe Louis is discharged from US army after being awarded the Legion of Merit. 1961 — Roger Maris hits his 61st home run of the ...

Property transactions for Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026

Recent property transactions in Delta County — BALDWIN TOWNSHIP Warranty deed: Grantor — Donna Rafuse, grantee — Donna Rafuse, Life Estate, Samuel G. LaCosse, transfer on death, Enhanced Life Estate, Baldwin Township. BARK RIVER TOWNSHIP Warranty deed: Grantor — Seymk Properties, grantee — William G. Wheatley, Bark River Township. CITY OF ESCANABA Quit claim deed: Grantor — Delta County Treasurer, grantee — Esky Home Buyers, Lot 1, Block 78, Proprietor’s First Addition, City of Escanaba. Quit claim deed: Grantor — Delta County Treasurer, grantee — Carol Mae ...

Escanaba City Council to decide on rezoning ordinance

Editor's note: Meeting agendas and their contents are subject to change. The following items were listed on the agenda at the time of publication. The full agenda for today's meeting can be found on the City of Escanaba website. ESCANABA — The Escanaba City Council is set to hold the second reading, public hearing and potential adoption of an ordinance that would rezone 113 S. 10th St., which would allow a homeless shelter to be built on the property. The meeting is scheduled for 7 p.m. today at City Hall, 410 Ludington St., Room C101. The controversial ordinance has been a topic ...