×

Local News

DNR plowing program helps U.P. anglers reach the ice

ESCANABA - In Delta County, ice fishing is a winter tradition for residents and visitors alike. Anglers rely on dependable access to the ice, especially after heavy lake-effect snow. The Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has strengthened winter access to boating sites through a ...

Sale of Eagle Mine and Humboldt Mill complete

CHAMPION — Lundin Mining Corporation announced Friday the completion of the previously announced sale of the Eagle Mine and the Humboldt mill in Marquette County to Talon Metals Corporation. The Lundin Mining Corporation first announced in December it was selling the Eagle Mine and the ...

Shoe Sensation more than doubles charity goal

ESCANABA -- The local branch of Shoe Sensation, a retail footwear chain with locations across 22 states, had a highly successful season recruiting donations for "Socks 4 Troops," a campaign that provides new socks to veterans and active-duty military personnel. Out of the over 240 stores ...

Kindness Rocks plans to expand work in 2026

ESCANABA – Kindness Rocks U.P. Michigan, a non-profit 501 (c)(3) community charity organization, is launching the new year with a renewed commitment to inspiring acts of kindness across the community and surrounding areas. “As we like to say, kindness is contagious and can make a ...

Sayklly’s: A household name for generations

ESCANABA — A chocolate-maker that has become a household name in the Escanaba area began operations 120 years ago. Today, the retail store called Sayklly’s Confectionery and Gifts is the focus of this week’s business profile. They maintain the storefront at 1304 Ludington St.; the ...

Court rules state’s mental health procurement plan violates law

A Michigan court has ruled that the state’s plan to overhaul its mental health service delivery system violates state law, citing conflicts with the Michigan Mental Health Code. The decision, issued Thursday by Judge Christopher P. Yates of the Michigan Court of Claims, declared that the ...