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Funnel clouds possible Monday afternoon

ESCANABA — Funnel clouds are possible this afternoon, according to a special weather statement issued by the National Weather Service Marquette. According to the statement, released shortly after 3 p.m., an upper level disturbance will produce weather conditions that are favorable for ...

Business Profile: Vagabond Resort and Campground improvements

ENSIGN TOWNSHIP —After purchasing the Vagabond Resort and Campground in October, new owners Yvonne and Kenny Pittman have already made a slew of improvements this spring to the sites, cabins and land on the 28-acre property. The Vagabond, located on County 513 T Road outside Rapid River on ...

District court seeking magistrate

ESCANABA - Delta County District Court is currently short a magistrate following a resignation. At the end of May, Magistrate Jeana LaCarte turned in her resignation after 20 years of working in the courthouse. "She's been working in the courthouse for 20 years and just feeling like she ...

Bills would bring hunter safety to schools

LANSING — House Bill 4285 passed in the Michigan House Wednesday, a bill that would present Michigan schools the option of offering hunter safety programs for grades 6 through 12. The bill passed with overwhelming support, 101 – 7, with two not voting. Among those who supported the bill ...

City prepares for new electric program

ESCANABA — Escanaba residents can expect to see an increase on their electric bill beginning next year — but the increase could be offset by energy optimization savings. In March the city approved joining the Michigan Public Power Agency (MPPA) as an associate member with the hopes that ...