Editorial

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 ...

Editorial cartoon for July 11, 2026

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 ...

Editorial cartoon for July 10, 2026

Editorial cartoon for July 9, 2026

State Adopt-A-Highway crews to do roadside cleanup this month

It’s again time for groups of volunteers to walk along Michigan’s highways, graciously picking up the trash and other discarded items thoughtlessly left behind by others. Beginning Saturday, motorists should be on the lookout for bright yellow-green vests as Adopt-A-Highway volunteers fan out across Michigan for the second of three scheduled collections in 2026. The statewide pickup will continue through Sunday, July 19. Adopt-A-Highway is a Michigan Department of Transportation program designed to help keep the state’s roadsides and ditches clean and attractive. Participants ...