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Area trick-or-treat events

ESCANABA -- Here's a look at the updated list of scheduled trick-or-treat — and trunk-or-treat — dates and times for communities throughout the area: BARK RIVER Residential trick-or-treating in the Bark River area will take place Saturday, Oct. 31, from 5 to 7 p.m. The Bark River ...

Prescribed burns to take place

The U.S. Forest Service - Hiawatha National Forest announced Thursday that the Upper Peninsula Fire and Aviation Management Unit personnel may conduct prescribed burns over the weekend on the Dutch Mill unit and on Stonington Peninsula as weather and conditions allow. If conducted, smoke may be visible around Rapid River from US-41 and US-2. For the safety of the public and fire crews, those in the area are advised to exercise caution and extra awareness. Find more information, including links and a map, at www.fs.usda.gov/r09/hiawatha/fire/management.

Emily Ann Roberts’ First Headline Tour to stop at the Island in May 2027

Harris — Breakout country singer, songwriter and entertainer Emily Ann Roberts is embarking on her first ever headline tour, with a stop at the Island Resort & Casino Showroom May 7 and 8, 2027. Named for Roberts’ just-released EP, THE THREAD TOUR features special guests Colton Dawson, Mae Estes, Cole Goodwin, and Kenny Whitmire on select dates. Tickets go on sale today at 10 a.m. ET through the casino. “After having the incredible opportunity to open for my heroes in this industry, it’s finally time for me to step out on my own as the headliner,” shared Roberts. “2026 has ...

Mike in Gladstone

GLADSTONE — U.S. Senate candidate Mike Rogers visited Gladstone Thursday as part of his bus tour through Michigan in the days leading up to the midterm election. Rogers came to visit a modest crowd at Saunders Point Brewery in Gladstone. While there, he gave an address to attendees on ...

Briefs for Thursday, Oct. 22

Wells Lions Club raffle winner ESCANABA — The $1250 winners of the Wells Lions Club's 52-week raffle for week 12, dated Oct. 19, are Rae Pechawer of Escanaba and Beth Frazer of Stevens Point. Domestic violence vigil ESCANABA — Tri-County Safe Harbor (TCSH) invites the public to candlelight vigils honoring those lost alongside those who survived during Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM) this October. The vigils will be held in Delta, Schoolcraft and Menominee counties. Anyone wanting to share their story, honor a victim or survivor, or offer silent support is welcome to ...

Webster students showcase reading skills

ESCANABA — During their regular board meeting Monday, the Escanaba Area Public Schools (EAPS) Board of Education observed significant strides the district's young ‘Mos have taken in their early literacy education. Students from Lisa Willis' classroom at Webster Kindergarten Center who ...