Team Northsiders, the two-man team of Lars Anderson (left) and John Detterbeck (right), took top honors at the fourth annual Men Who Cook fundraiser for Iron County Kinship, held at George Young Recreational Complex Sept. 8. Their winning recipe was for Uncle Harry’s Famous Green Chili and Cheesy Corn Bread. Also pictured is Kyle Detterbeck, who assisted the winning team during the three-hour event.

IRON RIVER—Taking top honors at the fourth annual Men Cook fundraiser for Iron County Kinship was Team Northsiders with its tasty Uncle Harry’s Famous Green Chili and Cheesy Corn Bread entrée.
 Nine teams assembled at George Young Recreational Complex to do culinary battle to raise money for the Kinship program, which provides adult mentoring for young people throughout the county.

IRON RIVER—On Saturday, Sept. 29, at 8:30 a.m., the PW Auxiliary of the First Presbyterian Church will hold its annual fall rummage and bake sale in Fellowship Hall.
 “Along with all the rummage items, a coffee café will be set up so you can have our wonderful special, a cinnamon roll and coffee for only $1. You will be able to shop in comfort and enjoy some homemade goodies at the same time,” said Marilyn Budzak.

CASPIAN—The third annual Iron County Historical Museum super sale rummage fundraiser will open the doors on Friday, Sept. 21, at 10 a.m.
 “Our museum resale round-up is on now. Those wishing to donate resalable large and small ‘non-clothing’ goods to our sale, may bring them in any weekday, Monday through Thursday, from  noon to 4 p.m. to the Iron County Museum, 100 Brady Ave., Caspian,” said a spokesperson for the rummage committee.

BEECHWOOD—The Beechwood Historical Society will host its first Apple Festival Saturday, Sept. 29, from 2 to 5 p.m. at the Beechwood Hall, located at 178 Beechwood Store Road here.
 “We have our sign back on the hall,” said a spokesperson.

Greg Kramer of the Classic Farm Machinery of Iron County hands a sheaf of oats to Miss Iron County Alex Nelson at the Miners Day family picnic held at the Iron County Museum in Caspian Sept. 2, and sponsored by The Miners State Bank as part of its 100-year anniversary. The threshing machine demonstration was among several activities held at the museum during the family picnic. The Ellis Champion thresher, from the 1800s, was donated to the museum by Clarence and Signe Lindahl. It was originally owned by three homesteaders in Beechwood around the turn of the century and was last used in the early 1950s.Check ou the special section in this week's Reporter - "A Day at the Museum".

IRON RIVER—Iron County Great Start Collaborative will host a nutrition fair at Shopko here Thursday, Sept. 20, from 4 to 6 p.m.
 “Come and experience new information on healthy food choices,” said organizers.

“Little Folk Musicians of Jarvela,” a leading fiddle group of Finland, will be in concert at the Crystal Theatre Sunday, Sept. 16, at 3 p.m. There are no advance tickets for this performance. Tickets at the door are $12 for adults and $5 for youths 18 and under. (Crystal Theatre photo)
CRYSTAL FALLS—One of the leading fiddle groups of Finland, JPP, will perform at Crystal Theatre Sunday, Sept. 16 at 3 p.m. 
 JPP, short for Järvelän pikkupelimannit or “Little Folk Musicians of Järvelä,” formed in 1982 in Kaustinen, the fiddling capital of Finland.
 It is home to the Kaustinen Folk Music Festival every July, which draws musicians from around the world.

IRON RIVER—The Iron River Site Council will hold its monthly pancake breakfast Saturday, Sept. 15, at the Iron River Senior Center, 800 Fourth Ave. here, from 8 to 11:30 a.m.
 On the menu will be pancakes, sausage, eggs, strawberries and cream and coffee.
 Cost is $5 for adults and $2.50 for children 12 and under.

Stryker, a seven-week-old, mixed-breed pup, held by his owner, Molly Boehmke of Crystal Falls, won the hearts and “Best in Show” trophy at the fifth annual dog show at Lakeview Bible Church. (Lakeview Bible Church photo)
CRYSTAL FALLS—Despite stifling heat and windy conditions, over 50 spectators and over 20 dogs turned out for the fifth annual dog show held at Lakeview Bible Church Aug. 25.

IRON RIVER—“First of all, we wish to thank all who responded to the survey,” said Gene Callovi, president of the Iron River Senior Center Site Council. “We will try to address many of your concerns.”
 Facing cuts in its nutrition program, the center began a survey in early June to address this concern and others, and to get input back from those who use or do not use the center’s programs.
 “We do want everyone to know that all are welcome to attend the congregate noon meals,” said Callovi.