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Investigation in Massey death to continue

MARQUETTE — The greater Marquette community remains stunned in the several days since the body of Trenton Massey was located submerged in the water of the Lower Harbor, north of the Shiras Dock. According to the Marquette Police Department’s Capt. Chris Aldrich, Massey’s body was found ...

DNR seeks tips about dead eagles in Delta County

DELTA COUNTY — Michigan Department of Natural Resources (MDNR) officials are seeking information on a recent series deceased eagles in the Garden Peninsula. According to a news release, five bald eagles were found dead in a single area between April 3 and April 17. “The DNR is requesting ...

Daughtry announced as Friday fair act

ESCANABA — Daughtry, a band known for their soaring vocals, emotionally-charged lyrics, and high-energy performances, will take the stage at the U.P. State Fair Grandstand on Friday, Aug. 21. "The multi-platinum band promises a must-see concert experience for fans of modern rock," wrote the ...

Biologist is re-envisioning campground

MANISTIQUE — A vacation destination left derelict for years is getting a major facelift. The place is known to many in the area as “the old Ramada Inn.” The hotel building contained restaurants and a swimming pool. The area behind it was a KOA campground. After the Ramada period, the ...

Scouts plant trees on chilly Arbor Day

ESCANABA - With the assistance of three area scout troops, the City of Escanaba planted three young trees in Ludington Park on Friday morning in recognition of Arbor Day. Arbor Day is celebrated on the last Friday in April in much of the country, though the date is flexible so that states ...

Skills Challenge tested Yooper students in construction and welding

NEGAUNEE — Yesterday, high school construction and welding students from across the U.P. competed in the U.P. Construction/Welding Skills Challenge at the Michigan Regional Council of Carpenters & Millwrights Training Center in Negaunee Township. The challenge is an annual ...