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DOT seeks improvements on U.S. 141
LENA — The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) Northeast Region announces a new U.S. 141 Design Project website is now available to view proposed improvements on U.S. 141 between the U.S. 141/Highway 22 interchange in Oconto County and the U.S. 141/Highway 64 interchange in Marinette County. WisDOT asks the public to review the proposed improvement project’s scope, schedule and traffic impacts and provide comments before the final design. There is a comment form on the website with a prepaid mailer to reply to the project...
Stingrays take part in NLAC Summer Classic
MERRILL, Wis. — Ten Stingray swimming team members took part in the NLAC Summer Classic at Merrill Middle School on Saturday. The Stingrays collected 25 top-10 finishes in 39 events. Ethan Howarth (17) had the best finish on the boys’ side with a second-place swim of 2:26.43 in the 200-yard backstroke. Audrey Worthan (10) paced...
Red Wave wash away Marquette with doubleheader sweep
MENOMINEE — A jam-packed week began on a high note for the Menominee Legion baseball team, as the Red Wave notched a two game sweep over the Marquette Reds at Spies Field on Monday. Monday’s doubleheader was the first of what will be seven games in as many days for the Red Wave, with Menominee hosting Escanaba tonight (Wednesday) before beginning a four-game slate at the annual Firecracker Tournament in Marinette. ...
Defense rules? Key stops allow Team Red to run away with U.P. All-Star win
MARQUETTE — For a game that featured 11 touchdowns and 74 points, it was actually one team’s defense that made all the difference in the 16th annual Upper Peninsula Football All-Star Game on Saturday afternoon at the Superior Dome. The cool, rainy day outdoors made for just about perfect conditions in the dome, where it can get rather steamy inside on a normally warm, early summer day. And it produced...
Enstrom Helicopter Corp. to return to EAA AirVenture
MENOMINEE — Aviation enthusiasts can once again look forward to Enstrom participating in EAA AirVenture in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. The 71st annual celebration runs from July 22-28 at Wittman Regional Airport. Last year, more than 677,000 people joined the fun, setting a new attendance record. “There’s nothing quite like being surrounded by hundreds of thousands of people who share your same passion for aviation,” said Enstrom’s Chief Commercial Officer Dennis Martin....
New drug showing up in illicit drug supply resulting in overdose deaths across Michigan
LANSING, Mich. — The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services is warning Michigan residents about medetomidine, a new drug identified in overdose deaths. Medetomidine is a veterinary tranquilizer, similar to xylazine, that can cause adverse effects including slowed heart rate, low blood pressure and decreases in brain and spinal cord activity. It is not approved for use in people. According to data provided by the Swift Toxicology of Opioid...
Fincantieri Marine Group shipyards earn Green certifications
WASHINGTON D.C. — Fincantieri’s Wisconsin shipyards have become key players in bringing new and innovative green approaches and solutions to the American shipbuilding industry. Both Fincantieri Marinette Marine (FMM) and Fincantieri ACE Marine (FAM) were recognized this month by Green Marine for their efforts in 2023. The results were announced at the annual GreenTech conference, held in Halifax, Nova Scotia. To become certified in the Green Marine program, maritime organizations must exemplify a dedication to sustainable practices through measurable outcomes in their shipyards, ports and...
LABOR LIFELINE: Small-town hospital delivers big support to moms and famillies
Editor’s Note: This is the last in a four-part series MARINETTE — She walked into the office and sat in the chair for her first pregnancy appointment, avoiding eye contact. Twenty minutes went by without a word. Autumn Bushmaker had a decision to make. “I couldn’t even believe I was sitting in the chair that...
Marinette School District has summer office hours
MARINETTE — Beginning Monday, June 24, the Marinette School District district office hours of operation will be 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Thursday and closed on Friday. Regular hours will resume Monday, Aug. 5. The district offices will be closed July 4 in observance of Independence Day. Questions can be directed at 715-735-1400.
Post 39 bounced from Gregg Johnson/Al Erickson Memorial tourney
ESCANABA — The Marinette Legion baseball team’s annual pilgrimage to the Gregg Johnson/Al Erickson Memorial Tournament was short lived, as a lack of offense and Mother Nature conspired against Post 39 in Escanaba. Marinette kicked off the tournament on the wrong foot, coming up short against Niagara 4-3, before suffering a 4-0 shutout loss at the hands of Plover in game two. In both contests, Post 39 struggled to put...
Peterson named parade marshal for Logging & Heritage Fest
MARINETTE — Dan Peterson has been named parade marshal for the 12th annual Logging and Heritage Festival. As parade marshal, Peterson will lead this year’s parade down Riverside Avenue in the City of Marinette starting at noon July 14. He was chosen by the Logging and Heritage Festival Committee for his community service and positive leadership. Peterson is the Executive Board Chairman of The Stephenson National Bank & Trust (SNBT). Though he has retired from his day-to-day banking role, he will continue to work part...
Berken will lead M&M Area Community Foundation
MENOMINEE — The Marinette & Menominee Area Community Foundation (MMACF) has named local resident Ashley Berken as its new executive director. “It’s great to have Ashley join the foundation team,” MMACF Board President Kerry Delgoffe said. “She has extensive knowledge and connections in the community. Ashley is more than ready to help take the MMACF to the next level. I look forward to working with such a dynamic woman.” Berken...
Marinette Facade Improvement Program application deadline nears
MARINETTE — if you have a small business or own a commercial building in the City of Marinette, you can benefit from a Facade Improvement Program (FIP) Grant. The Façade Improvement Grant Program provides $1 of City funds for $1 of private funds on eligible expenses for exterior improvements to commercial/retail buildings in the Downtown and Menekaunee Harbor areas, including businesses along Ogden and Hosmer Streets. “This is a great way to create a more attractive and welcoming entrance for your business at half the...
Menominee city council removes marijuana settlement from agenda after concerns
MENOMINEE — The Menominee City Council Monday voted 5-4 to remove an action item regarding a marijuana settlement from the agenda. Council members Bill Plemel, Michael DeDamos, Joe Dulak, Doug Robinson and Mayor Casey Hoffman voted yes to remove the possible action on the settlement. Council members Steve Fifarek, Cheryl Haupt, Josh Jones and Donna Marineau voted no to keep the item on the agenda. “I read all nine pages...
LABOR LIFELINE: Local doctors provide enhanced care; ‘This is our community’
Editor’s note: This is Part 3 of a series. MARINETTE — There’s a bigger responsibility to do a good job in a small town. “It’s a lot of word of mouth,” said OB/GYN Emily Ermis, D.O., Aurora Medical Center — Bay Area, who started in the fall of 2017. “We have more at stake here because this is our community.” ...
Trump declares 'I love Milwaukee' after reportedly using the word 'horrible' for the RNC host city
RACINE, Wisconsin — Former President Donald Trump on Tuesday repeatedly praised Milwaukee just weeks before it hosts the Republican National Convention, playing cleanup after he reportedly used the word “horrible” in talking about swing-state Wisconsin’s largest city. “I love Milwaukee,” Trump told the crowd in nearby Racine, Wisconsin. He was reported to have used the word in a closed-door meeting with Republicans in the U.S. House. Several of his allies who were in the meeting later suggested he was talking about crime and voter fraud. ...
Breakfast will be served at Anderson Farm
PORTERFIELD — Mark and Connie Anderson first hosted a Marinette County Breakfast on the Farm in 2015. There’s a simple reason why they wanted to host the annual event again this year — well, actually seven reasons. “Our grandchildren were very young at the time (of the 2015 event), and they wanted to do it again,” Mark Anderson said, noting that they have seven grandchildren between the ages of 7 and 13. ...
What's known, and not known, about the partnership agreement signed by Russia and North Korea
SEOUL, South Korea — Both Russian President Vladimir Putin and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un say a new strategic partnership is a breakthrough, but what it means for their relationship is still uncertain. The pact requires both countries to use all available means to provide immediate military assistance in the event of war, according to North Korean state media. While the agreement, inked Wednesday at a summit in Pyongyang, could represent the countries’ strongest deal signed after the Cold War, there are differing opinions...
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