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Today in History: August 4, massive explosion rocks Beirut By The Associated Press undefined Today is Monday, Aug. 4, the 216th day of 2025. There are 149 days left in the year. Today in history: On Aug. 4, 2020, nearly 3,000 tons of ammonium nitrate that had been improperly stored for years in the port of Beirut, Lebanon, exploded, killing more than 200 people, injuring more than 7,000 and devastating nearby neighborhoods; it was one of the largest non-nuclear explosions ever recorded. Also on this date: In 1790, the U.S. Coast Guard had its beginnings as President George ...

Stop on Red Week

Stop On Red Week is observed across the country every year during the first full week of August. It highlights the significance of red traffic lights and aims to curb deaths that are caused by drivers breaking the red light rule. While following basic traffic rules might seem easy, statistics say at least 50 million people are injured or disabled by road traffic crashes yearly. Join the cause and make the roads safer by spreading the word about why we must obey the road safety laws. It is everyone’s responsibility to save lives and protect those around you. Stop On Red Week was ...

Reading program was a success

This week’s bouquets go to: From Ann Murray: The Hermansville Branch of Menominee County Library would like to thank everyone who participated in our six week “ Color Our World” Summer Reading Program. We had great support from the Menominee County Library for craft supplies and books. The Friends of the Library provided snacks each week for the kids. Thanks to Wm Anderson Sportsman’s Club for graciously letting us use their building again this year. Also, Integra First Federal Credit Union and Luft’s Advertiser for getting the word out for us each week. A special thank you ...