Bay College recognized as veteran-friendly
ESCANABA — Bay de Noc Community College has been officially recognized as a Gold-Level Veteran-Friendly School by the Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency for the 2025–2026 academic year. This prestigious designation — the highest level in the state’s Veteran-Friendly Schools Program — honors institutions that set the standard in serving veterans, their dependents, and all military-connected learners. Bay College’s Gold status reflects an outstanding commitment to ensuring military-affiliated students have access to the resources, guidance, and support they need to thrive. From ...
EDA honors Gladstone with Mighty Oak award
ESCANABA — It is with great pleasure that during the Delta County Chamber of Commerce’s annual dinner on Oct. 9, I presented to the City of Gladstone the Mighty Oak (Century) Award — an award that celebrates a community whose deep roots, enduring strength and lasting impact have shaped ...
Tri-County Safe Harbor seeks volunteers after cuts
ESCANABA – For those looking to make a difference close to home, Tri-County Safe Harbor Inc., a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, is seeking volunteers, interns and donations to help weather the storm of recent funding cuts. Tri-County Safe Harbor, 905 First Ave. S., Escanaba, provides ...
Operation Christmas Child sends gifts and message
GLADSTONE — A local chapter associated with the worldwide Operation Christmas Child movement is requesting donations and has organized a packing party for Sunday, Nov. 16. A project of the evangelical Christian organization Samaritan’s Purse, Operation Christmas Child sends gifts, along ...
CUPPAD survey seeks input on recycling plans
ESCANABA — Central Upper Peninsula residents are being asked for input on a new plan for recycling and disposal services. The Central Upper Peninsula Planning and Development Regional Commission, commonly known as CUPPAD, is working with Alger, Delta, Dickinson, Marquette, Menominee and Schoolcraft counties on their Materials Management Planning processes, and are actively seeking responses from residents to the Central Upper Peninsula Materials Management Plan Survey. The anonymous survey can be completed in 5 to 10 minutes with responses to be incorporated into discussion of ...