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Norway third grader in running for ‘America’s Most Artistic Kid’

NORWAY — A Norway Elementary School third grader is inching closer to being named “America’s Most Artistic Kid” in a national competition tied to the late Bob Ross and his “The Joy of Painting” television show. Odin Plourde is in the top 1% of all competitors moving into the ...

Ore Dock Brewery to host Festival of the Angry Bear

MARQUETTE — The “big bear” of Upper Peninsula festivals returns April 11 for its 12th year after taking a brief hiatus in 2025 due to the opening of The Trestle Building. Ore Dock Brewing Company’s Festival of the Angry Bear is a spirited and much-anticipated street festival that has ...

Ludington Street construction is needed despite disruption, DDA chair says

ESCANABA — Expanded construction planned for Ludington Street this summer will be a major disruption for downtown Escanaba, but local leaders say the work is necessary. During a special meeting Thursday, the Escanaba City Council accepted a bid from Barley Trucking and Excavating in ...

Soo Locks bottleneck after opening

SAULT STE. MARIE -- Though the Soo Locks opened for the season on Wednesday, a standstill followed. As ice prevents ship traffic from flowing, an organization representing the U.S. Great Lakes fleet blames Coast Guard inadequacies. "The U.S.C.G. has systematically cut icebreaking services on ...

Michigan officials warn residents of ongoing scam tactics

ESCANABA — In light of ongoing scams, Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel and the Delta County Sheriff’s Office are warning the public to stay vigilant. On Thursday, Nessel reissued her phishing and website spoofing consumer alerts following reports of fraudulent Facebook event pages ...