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Business to celebrate Escanaba during anniversary

ESCANABA — The local Shoe Sensation store plans to recognize Escanaba and Delta County for their community spirit as it celebrates its anniversary in the Delta Plaza at 301 North Lincoln Road. “We love being part of this community,” said Marge Derkos, local store leader. “Serving our ...

No shortage of young leaders in Delta County

ESCANABA — I recently had an opportunity to spend the day with the Delta Force Leadership group for Economic Development Day and came away from the session feeling really good about the leadership potential of this year’s class. They are a very smart and engaging group of young leaders. ...

Column: Delta Force students learn keys to economic success

ESCANABA — Delta Force students learned their local economy’s global reach from business leaders during Economic Development Day on Thursday, Sept. 28. In the second-to-last session of this year’s Delta Force class, students learned from business professionals about the inner workings of ...

Sjoquist returns as orthopedic surgeon

IRON MOUNTAIN — Kingsford, Mich. native Dr. Daniel Sjoquist is returning to practice in the community where he was born and raised, serving the people of Iron Mountain and Escanaba with hip and knee expertise. Once known for his performance on the field with the Kingsford High School ...

Higher Love opens Menominee drive-thru

MENOMINEE — Higher Love has opened a drive-thru location in Menominee with a soft opening on Oct. 2 at 1400 8th Ave, Menominee. To make the experience as smooth as possible, guests are encouraged to “Save more. Order before.” by placing their order ahead of time. The Higher Love team will ...

Gladstone Power & Light marks 95 years

GLADSTONE — Gladstone Power & Light, the community’s locally owned, not-for-profit electric utility, is celebrating 95 years. Gladstone Power & Light is a member-owner of WPPI Energy, a not-for-profit wholesale energy provider and joint action agency. The utility’s ...