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Art Week activities in Escanaba celebrates community creativity

ESCANABA — Art Week in Escanaba officially begins Sunday, launching a weeklong celebration of the arts that runs through Saturday, Aug. 1. The festivities open with a performance by the Marquette City Band on Sunday afternoon at the Karas Bandshell in Ludington Park. Beginning at 4 p.m., ...

Tornadoes confirmed

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 ...

AG Nessel Reissues Government Imposter Scams Consumer Alert Following Reports

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 ...

Tour Da Yoop starts today in Manistique

MANISTIQUE — Cyclists from around the world will gather today for the 9th annual Tour Da Yoop, Eh (TDY), one of the Midwest’s most unique endurance cycling events. The 10-day, 1,200-mile journey around Michigan’s Upper Peninsula blends grit, community and purpose. Cyclists will travel ...

Community reflects on lasting legacy of Thomas L. Butch

GLADSTONE — Members of the community are mourning the loss of Thomas L. Butch, a respected and influential figure whose legacy of leadership, public service and dedication leaves a lasting mark on the community he helped shape. Butch, aged 84, of Gladstone, passed away peacefully on ...