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Brush up on Great Lakes beach safety

With this week predicted to be a scorcher — potentially reaching 100 today and in the 90s through Wednesday before settling back into just the 80s — the temptation will grow to cool off by taking to the water. If plans includes a visit to one of the Great Lakes in our region, the Michigan Department of Natural Resources has some advice on staying safe while enjoying an outing at the beach. “Remember the Great Lakes are large, powerful systems that hold more than 20% of the world’s fresh water. Strong currents can catch even the most experienced swimmer off guard,” the DNR ...

Neighbors step in to care for cats

A big bouquet goes out to Jenna and David Nyman for caring. After a neighbor passed away unexpectedly, Jenna and David spent over three weeks feeding, watering, cleaning litter boxes and trapping the cats that were in the home and left without a caretaker. Thanks also to Deb, who helped transport the cats to safety. Well done, neighbors, well done.

Chamber appreciated Walleye Tour support

A special thank you to the “cast” members who made the National Walleye Tour event possible last week: City of Gladstone, Visit Escanaba, Bay de Noc Great Lakes Sport Fishermen, Hannahville Indian Community, Delta Wheel Truing Solutions, City of Escanaba, all our chamber members, local businesses, volunteers, anglers and everyone who helped extend a warm welcome throughout the tournament activity. Seeing visitors discover the beauty of our waterfront and experience the warmth of our community is incredibly rewarding. We appreciate the time NWT spent here and look forward to welcoming ...

Ways to beat the heat when summer temps soar

The region could have a scorching start to next week as the National Weather Service predicts temperatures could climb into the mid-90s Monday and Tuesday. With that in mind, we’re repeating the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services guidelines to protect against risks related to hot weather. MDHHS routinely reviews emergency department data for heat-related illness. When daily temperatures rise above 80 degrees — which the region has seen in recent weeks — ED visits for heat-related illness increase because the body cannot cool itself enough, the MDHHS stated in a ...