Presenting this Distinguished Certificate, from left, Dennis Brozak (Finance Officer), Tony Albarello, Frank Siewiorek (Post Commander) and Frank Nowak (1st Vice Commander). (Submitted Photo)CRYSTAL FALLS - At the American Legion Post 87 of Crystal Falls monthly meeting on April 16, a certificate…
By Patrick BrowneIRON RIVER — After a spectacular season of basketball, the Lady Wykons are competing impressively in track and field. Led by senior standout Danica Shamion, whose leadership is both by example and focus, and buoyed by familiar names such as Seanna Stine, Lilyanna DeSousa,…
IRON RIVER - The first Iron County Audubon meeting of 2024 will be held on Monday, May 13 at 7 p.m. at the Iron County Museum.The group meets once a month starting in May through September.The program will feature a “show and tell” session where members or attendees can make a presentation about a…
Dear Reader,Recently I reread a poem entitled “Ithaca” by the Greek writer P.J. Cavafy. He writes about traveling to the island of Ithaca which was made famous by Homer’s Odyssey. He describes the journey as something magical, something that conjures up adventures beyond the body… perhaps to the…
Ted BartczakROCK — Ted A. Bartczak, 84, passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 20, 2024 at LakeHouse Assisted Living in Escanaba. Family was received on April 27 at the Skradski Funeral Home in Gladstone. Funeral services honoring Ted followed with Rev. Fr. William Ssozi having officiated. Ted…
By Michael Broadway and John Broadway of Rural InsightsMARQUETTE – “Northern Michigan, after years of struggle, is gaining residents again,” proclaimed a recent headline on a popular Michigan news website. The subject of the article was the U.S. Census Bureau’s recent release of its 2023 population…
MARQUETTE/KOCHVILLE TWNSHP — Northern Michigan University is partnering with Saginaw Valley State University to offer training for psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners for 31 U.P. nurses annually. The BRIDGEUP program is funded through a $2.6 million-grant from the U.S. Department of…
LANSING – Michigan will begin hosting a national drone competition in 2025, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer announced on April 24. Called the Unmanned Triple Challenge, the state-sponsored competition is the product of a partnership between the Michigan National Guard, the Michigan Department of…
The Stambaugh Elementary gym was a hub of activity on April 23 as West Iron County students, teachers and families gathered for the Science Fair. Grades early-K through fifth displayed their projects while offering explanations to visitors and judges. Students could enter their projects…
IRON RIVER — The 2024 Michigan Notable Author Tour is making a stop in Iron County; John Smolens, author of 2024 Library of Michigan Notable Book, A Cold Hard Prayer, will be at the West Iron District Library on Thursday, May 9 at 5:30 p.m. Smolens has published 12 works of fiction, 11…
IRON RIVER - A food distribution will be held in the Grace Covenant Church parking lot, 316 Jasper St. on Wednesday, May 8 starting at 1 p.m. This is in partnership with Feeding America West Michigan. This will be a drive-thru distribution on a first-come-first-serve basis and is an equal…
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The Stambaugh Elementary gym was a hub of activity on April 23 as West Iron County students,…
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“Team Amsoil 2023-2024 Crystal Bowlerettes’ Champions of the Thursday afternoon league at Crystal…
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Forest Park Sophomore, Lily Sarder stretching for the Triple Jump.West Iron County Senior, Danica…
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Presenting this Distinguished Certificate, from left, Dennis Brozak (Finance Officer), Tony Albarello, Frank Siewiorek (Post Commander) and Frank Nowak (1st Vice Commander). (Submitted Photo)
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By Michael Broadway and John Broadway of Rural InsightsMARQUETTE – “Northern Michigan, after years of struggle, is gaining residents again,” proclaimed a…
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MARQUETTE/KOCHVILLE TWNSHP — Northern Michigan University is partnering with Saginaw Valley State University to offer training for psychiatric mental health…
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LANSING – Michigan will begin hosting a national drone competition in 2025, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer announced on April 24. Called the Unmanned Triple…
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IRON RIVER — The 2024 Michigan Notable Author Tour is making a stop in Iron County; John Smolens, author of 2024 Library of Michigan Notable Book, A Cold…
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IRON RIVER - A food distribution will be held in the Grace Covenant Church parking lot, 316 Jasper St. on Wednesday, May 8 starting at 1 p.m. This is in…
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IRON RIVER – West End Players will be conducting auditions for Disneys’ ‘The Aristocats Kids’ on May 11 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. for ages 7-14 at the Windsor…
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By Patrick BrowneIRON RIVER — After a spectacular season of basketball, the Lady Wykons are competing impressively in track and field. Led by senior…
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By Patrick BrowneMonday, April 22 the Lady Wykons laced up their running shoes and once again showed why they will be competitive at the Upper Peninsula Finals…
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By Patrick BrowneThe West Iron Wykons Mens Tennis team officially began its season on Tuesday, April 23 with a 5 to 3 victory over the Eskymos of Escanaba. The…
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Ted BartczakROCK — Ted A. Bartczak, 84, passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 20, 2024 at LakeHouse Assisted Living in Escanaba. Family was received on…
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Nancy NelsonBATES TOWNSHIP — Nancy Jo Nelson, 87, passed away at home on Saturday, April 13, 2024. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, April 23, 2024,…
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Norbert BergESCANABA — Norbert “Joe” Berg passed away unexpectedly on April 1, 2024 at OSF St. Francis Hospital. In keeping with his wishes, no service will be…
