EDITOR: As lead volunteer for “In Your Cell’ jail/prison ministry out of Wellspring Church and officed in First Methodist Church, both in Escanaba, we are seeking male volunteers to assist us in our prison adoption program. And, you do not have to be a Marine. For nine years now, ...

EDITOR: The county board did not support the UPAAA implementation plan from UPCAP because of DEI. The resolution failed to gain traction by a score of 3 to 2. The resolution was symbolic and not at all tied to funding. The county board’s decision will not cost UPCAP any ...

EDITOR: On July 13, Escanaba lost another Northtown veteran, Bud Irving. Bud gave thousands of hours of his life assisting his fellow veterans of the U.P. With his dogs Chopper and Chubbers, he would visit them in hospitals and bring them to and from medical appointments — no questions or ...

EDITOR: Every time I think the Delta County Board of Commissioners cannot possibly do anything more outrageous, they prove me wrong. The meeting of July 18 was yet another example of why three of our sitting commissioners need to go. The bigotry, racism, and hatred that Commissioners ...

EDITOR: Diversity, equity, and inclusion are not just media buzzwords. The purpose of DEI is actually seeking to promote, “the fair treatment and full participation of all people.” clearly, three members of the Delta County board voted against just that when it comes to staff being ...

EDITOR: In response to LeeAnne Oman of the Delta County Republican Committee dated 7/20/23, I have some thoughts and opinions. The irony of this statement I hope is not lost on me. “Traditionally, in a civil society, the loser of contest is not allowed destroy the winner. The loser goes ...