Construction Downtown Ishpeming

Ishpeming, MI – July 9, ’13 – They’re rerouting sewer and water–taking care of a leaky Partridge crick which meanders under buildings and ends up taking metals, etc. to the Carp River and eventually to Superior. The project is funded by grants protecting Lake Superior. But look at the safety issues…poor entrance to Globe Printing.
Deer Lake Road Resurfacing

Ishpeming, MI – July 9, ’13 – Paving deer lake road in the rain.. Somewhat messy, but the goal is good. Check the truck for the company name.
4th of July Parade in Ishpeming, Mich

Ishpeming, MI – July 4th, 2013 – What sets July 4th apart from other holidays, in my mind, is the lack of obligation. You don’t have to buy presents or prepare a gourmet meal. No eggs, no religious affiliation to single out those not participating, and no snow to bury your car as you try […]
Win a Tractor or Free Lunch

Remember to go and “Like” us on Facebook for a chance to win a John Deere D110 tractor. You can also win a free lunch every week if you go to our Facebook page and “like” us you will be entered into a free lunch drawing. You can get an extra chance to win if […]
Festival of Treasures Downtown Ishpeming on Wednesday, July 3rd

Ishpeming, MI – Festival of Treasures will be held in downtown Ishpeming on Wednesday, July 3, 2013. Crafters and vendors will be under the tents from 11am until 6pm. Come and enjoy the festivities which will include music, sales, children’s activities, and wonderful food. Retailers will be offering great sales all day.
Texaco Country Showdown THIS Friday!

Put the Country Showdown in your calendar for July 5th–this is something you won’t want to miss! This Friday, at Marquette Exchange Club’s International Food Fest in Mattson’s Lower Harbor at 1:30 p.m., singers will compete in the country’s biggest country music competition. One person will advance to the U.P. Regionals for their chance to […]
L’Anse, Newberry & Other U.P. Schools Get All-Star Donations

MARQUETTE, MI – The U.P. Football All-Star Game continued its giving ways by announcing that two U.P. high school football teams will receive donations from the game this year. L’Anse and Newberry football programs will each receive one thousand dollars, which can be used for anything that benefits the football program. “When this game was […]
Post-Game Conclusions – U.P. All Star Football Game

MARQUETTE, MI – June 29th, 2013 – What a week! What a game! The players and coaches put the finishing touches on a full week of activities by taking the field at the Superior Dome in front of 2000 fans. The atmosphere was electric and the fans were excited to see their local U.P. players compete […]