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Missing Manistique man found deceased

SCHOOLCRAFT COUNTY — A 39-year-old missing man from Manistique has been located deceased following the temporary closure of the Manistique East Breakwater Lighthouse and nearby areas Wednesday. According to a press release, the preliminary investigation indicates no signs of foul play, though the investigation is ongoing. The lighthouse and park areas have been reopened. On Tuesday, the Michigan State Police (MSP) Manistique Outpost received a request for troopers to open a missing person investigation. There were no apparent signs of suspicious circumstances, and it was unclear ...

Remembering Darrell Bengry

ESCANABA -- As part of a social gathering and fundraising event, the Delta County Democratic Party will in two weeks be remembering Darrell Bengry and acknowledging his over 60 years of commitment to the local community. Bengry, a past educator and Delta County Commissioner, died in February. As Bengry did not seek out attention and recognition during his life, this ceremony will not be a stand-alone activity but instead will take place in the middle of a larger event entitled “Celebrate Democrats: Past, Present and Future," which will include ice cream with toppings bar and music by ...

Ludington Street Cruise to debut with adjusted parade route

ESCANABA — The first Ludington Street Cruise will debut this weekend with a modified route due to construction on Ludington Street. The event, which is free for spectators, was previously known as the Krusin' Klassics Fun Run and is now beginning a new chapter under the direction of the ...

Lemmer field trip blends art, history and exploration at Lakeview Cemetery

ESCANABA — Second graders from Lemmer Elementary recently visited Lakeview Cemetery in Escanaba, where they practiced map-reading skills, learned about notable historical figures in the area and created gravestone rubbings as part of a hands-on history and art lesson. On Friday, 150 ...

Business After Hours to be held today

This evening, the Daily Press, Delta Area Transit Authority (DATA) and the Menominee-Delta-Schoolcraft Community Action Agency (MDSCAA) will be partnering to host Business After Hours, a networking event for local professionals. The event will be held at DATA, 2901 27th Ave. N, Escanaba, from 5 to 7 p.m. and will feature raffle prizes, food from Bobaloons Cafe in Escanaba, refreshments from Pikes and Binks and ample opportunities to connect with area business leaders.

Piano donated to library in Chown honor

ESCANABA -- The Escanaba Public Library is now the new home of a baby grand piano that was previously owned by a local family well-known for their musical accomplishments as well as community contributions. The piano, a Model L made by Steinway in the 1920s, belonged to John and Ruth Chown. ...