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Milwaukee man sent to prison for drug crimes in Menominee County
MENOMINEE — A 42-year-old Milwaukee man will serve 46 months to 30 years in prison for drug crimes in Menominee County. Jymel S. Velazquez was sentenced Tuesday as a Habitual Fourth Offender for two counts of Delivery/Manufacture of Cocaine, Possession of Cocaine, and Ammunition Possession by Felon. Judge Christopher S. Ninomiya of the 41st Circuit Court handed down the sentence. Velazquez was found guilty after a jury trial in April. Menominee County Prosecuting Attorney Jeffrey T. Rogg handled the prosecution. ...
Know your chainsaw and use it safely
Before using a chainsaw, you should know how to choose a model suited to your sawing needs, understand and utilize the appropriate chainsaw Personal Protection Equipment (PPE), how to carry and refuel the saw safely, and what steps to take to respond to a chainsaw injury if it occurs. These are recommendations made by Dan Neenan, National Education Center for Agricultural Safety (NECAS) in Peosta, Iowa. Being informed about the necessary chainsaw precautions and respecting the equipment’s power helps avoid tragic chainsaw accidents, which the...
How to beat the heat in Wisconsin
MADISON, Wis. — As Wisconsin enters the summer months, it is important for people to pay close attention to their health and well-being with increased temperatures. To encourage everyone to take steps to prevent heat-related illnesses or deaths, Gov. Tony Evers declared June 5 as Heat Awareness Day in Wisconsin. “While higher temperatures can impact our health, heat-related illnesses and deaths are preventable,” said Wisconsin Emergency Management Administrator Greg Engle. “During these hotter months of the year, it’s important to stay alert to weather conditions...
Marinette Legion starts fast but fades in loss to Bay Port
GREEN BAY — Unable to sustain its fast start, the Marinette Legion baseball team succumbed to Bay Port 10-4 on Tuesday. Post 39 did all of its damage in the top of the first inning, as Chase MacGregor and Weston Hanson led off the frame with back-to-back singles before a walk issued to Ethan Doubek loaded the bases for Marinette. Logan Kurth was hit by a pitch, which allowed MacGregor...
Greens see red in doubleheader stumble against Menominee
MENOMINEE — From the first pitch to the final swing of the bat, the Menominee Legion baseball team was in control of Tuesday’s doubleheader against Kingsford at Spies Field. Pitching and defense powered the Red Wave in both contests, with Menominee ripping Kingsford 7-2 in game one before polishing off the sweep with an 11-1 thumping in the nightcap. Conner Schroeder and Tyler Bouty kept Kingsford off-balance all afternoon, as...
LABOR LIFELINE: Maternity care remains in focus despite hardships
MARINETTE — No financial benefits await hospitals operating in more rural areas, according to an official. “Some things do not make financial sense to still provide,” said Dr. Scott Voskuil, chief medical officer at Aurora Medical Center — Bay Area in Marinette. Other than tax breaks that any nonprofit organization receives, the hospital is operating out of a commitment to partnership, he said. ...
Knapp, Maragetta put on strong showings at U.P. championships
MARINETTE — Little River Country Club played host to the Senior Men’s Upper Peninsula golf championships on June 10-11. Larry Bratonia finished day one leading the championship flight at one stroke under par with 34, which also gave him a three-stroke lead over Scott Saari that proved to be the difference on day two. Both Bratonia and Saari finished one under par on the back nine, with Bratonia shooting a...
Man charged following assault with Molotov cocktail
MENOMINEE — A Menominee man faces multiple felony charges following an alleged assault with a Molotov cocktail. Menominee County Prosecuting Attorney Jeffrey T. Rogg announced that he has charged Frank Samuelle Buelteman, 45, with terrorism, three counts of assault with intent to murder, and three associated felonies. The principal offenses are each punishable by life or any number or years in prison. According to court documents and information presented in...
Maroon sextet earns All-GNC honors
MENOMINEE — Six members of the Menominee High School baseball team collected All-Conference laurels from the Great Northern Conference on May 23. Senior Landan Bardowski was named to the GNC All-Defensive Team as an outfielder and also secured a spot on the All-GNC First Team as an outfielder. Fellow senior Gable Buck was a Second Team selection as an infielder, as was senior Torin Davis in the outfield. Sophomore Garrett Carlson, junior Cam Gauthier and freshman Dylan Beal all received Honorable Mention.
LABOR LIFELINE: Marinette’s role in the fight against maternity deserts
EDITOR’S NOTE: This is the first part in a series on maternal care in the area. Part 1 examines the developing problem of maternity deserts and the role of Aurora Medical Center — Bay Area in Marinette. MARINETTE — Kiersten Dubois, of Stephenson, Michigan, knew that she didn’t want to gamble with a 30-minute drive to the hospital when in labor with her fourth child. She delivered her other babies...
Marinette Legion notches first win against Green Bay
GREEN BAY — The Marinette Legion baseball team enjoyed a Saturday split with Green Bay Preble on Saturday. Post 39 dropped game one by way of a 4-2 decision before regrouping to pummel Green Bay 15-1 in the nightcap. Carson Blom scored on a wild pitch to give Preble a quick lead in the bottom of the first inning before an RBI-double off the bat of Aiden Hoffman made it...
Red Wave split Saturday series with Marquette
MENOMINEE — The Menominee Legion baseball team earned a doubleheader split against Marquette on Saturday at Spies Field. The Red Wave took the opening salvo 4-2 but fell 7-5 to the Diamonds in game two. Dylan Beal put Menominee on top 1-0 in the bottom of the first after crossing home plate on error before Marquette took a 2-1 lead at the top of the third. ...
Share the road with motorcycles for everyone’s safety
Summer has arrived, bringing motorcycles onto Wisconsin’s roadways. It is the responsibility of all road users to prioritize safety. Following safe driving and riding practices is crucial to prevent crashes on our roads. The Wisconsin State Patrol’s June Law of the Month reminds drivers and motorcyclists to share the road and stay alert to reduce injuries and fatalities. In the past five years, there have been roughly 2,000 motorcycle crashes...
Area sporting events (June 14-16)
Schedule subject to change Today’s eventsBaseball Nichols at Marinette Red Birds, 7:30 p.m. Saturday’s eventsLegion baseball Marquette at Menominee (DH), 11 a.m. Marinette vs Green Bay Preble, Noon Sunday’s eventsBaseball Marinette Red Birds at Pulaski, 1:30 p.m.
Theater scene grows with the addition of Atlas Theatre Company in Peshtigo
PESHTIGO — A theater company is planting roots in northeast Wisconsin, hoping to contribute to the region’s growing reputation as a rural arts community. Atlas Theatre Company, a nonprofit founded in 2005, is spearheaded by Chris Mayse, its founding artistic director. It is debuting two shows this year to add to the area’s offerings. His mantra? ...
Walton Blesch demolition project underway
MENOMINEE — The Walton Blesch Stadium Legacy Foundation (WBSLF) announces that demolition of the old concrete bleachers at Blesch Stadium has begun. Installation of new bleachers is scheduled for July 15. The old bleachers are being torn down by Mike Biehl, MJB Industries, Marinette. Biehl has magnanimously volunteered to do the demolition job for free. “The Walton Blesch Stadium Legacy Foundation is incredibly grateful to Mr. Mike Biehl. We had estimates for up to $250,000 for the demolition and disposal of the stadium bleachers. Mr....
From State champions to 1,000-point scorers, area athletes did it all in 2023-24
School is out for summer, which means there is no better time to look back on the major moments of the 2023/24 high school sports season. August• Aug. 25 — The Menominee High School football team wins its fifth straight M&M Game with a 26-0 shutout over archrival Marinette at Higley Stadium. September• Sept. 20 — Marinette junior Kennedy Polomis is selected as the North Eastern Conference’s Golfer of the...
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