MACKINAC ISLAND, Mich. – On Tuesday, Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed a bipartisan bill to forgive school makeup days, supporting dozens of communities across the state that were impacted by severe weather following unprecedented snow melt, spring storms, and flooding. "Michigan families ...
RAPID RIVER -- Over countless graves on Monday, customary weapons firings were performed in honor of fallen soldiers and their families as communities around the United States recognized Memorial Day. Shortly before noon on May 25, one of many such ceremonies was performed at the Rapid River ...
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. ...
ESCANABA & IRON MOUNTAIN, MI – The Bay College Foundation is pleased to announce the establishment of the Don Mlostek Memorial Scholarship, created to honor the life, service, and community commitment of Donald “Don” Mlostek. The scholarship will be awarded each year, beginning in the ...
ESCANABA — Holy Name High School — A Chesterton Academy held its Awards & Scholarship Night Thursday evening, May 21 at St. Anne Parish Hall (which is connected to Holy Name High School). Scholarships totalling $34,750 were awarded to the seven graduates. This amount includes Holy ...
MANISTIQUE — During Folk Fest weekend, the Emerald Chase 5K and 10K Run/Walk that takes place at the boardwalk on July 11 is raising funds for the Manistique High School girls’ varsity track and field team. Early registration with a discounted rate is available until May 31. The price ...