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Houghton County man arrested in meth lab investigation

HOUGHTON COUNTY — A 35-year-old Houghton County man was arrested Monday for charges relating to conspiracy to manufacture methamphetamine, illegal possession of ephedrine/pseudoephedrine and maintaining a drug house/vehicle. Through the course of their investigation, detectives from the ...

Gospel Opportunities Radio celebrates 50 Years

MARQUETTE — In 1975, Gospel Opportunities Radio was formed as a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit with the intention of purchasing WDMJ-FM, which was at that time the Daily Mining Journal station. The station has been in operation as a Christian radio station ever since, and this month they are ...

“Beyond the Crest” spreads philosophy born from hiking trail

ESCANABA -- A local writer and outdoor enthusiast has released a new book. In "Beyond the Crest: A Trail through Time," Bill Cook reflects on a monumental journey made 50 years ago and the lessons the trip spurred. If the author's name sounds familiar, it probably is. Cook is a regular ...

Missing person in Menominee County

STEPHENSON — The Menominee County Sheriff’s Office is asking residents along west County Road G-12 (aka Co. Rd. 352) and adjacent roads in Stephenson to check their cameras and outbuildings for signs of missing person named Brett Parrett — a male in his mid 30s. According to the ...

Michigan wedding caterer ordered to refund consumers

LANSING – With wedding season arriving, consumers should be wary of businesses they hire to assist them on their special day. On Monday, Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel announced an Assurance of Voluntary Compliance (AVC) had been signed between Alicia Thompson, owner and operator of ...

Delta County Board to discuss fund deficits

ESCANABA — Today, the Delta County Board will discuss elimination plans and resolutions surrounding fund deficits as identified in Delta County's FY 2024 audit. The regular meeting will be held at 5:15 p.m. in the boardroom at the Delta County Service Center, 2920 College Ave. The Michigan ...