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Owners can take steps to prevent vehicle thefts
LANSING, Mich. — In 2023, over 1 million vehicle thefts were reported nationally, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. This means that a vehicle was stolen every 32 seconds. July is National Vehicle Theft Prevention Month, which aims to highlight the severity of motor vehicle theft and provide consumers with preventive measures to protect their vehicles. The Automobile Theft Prevention Authority (ATPA) would like to remind Michiganders there are steps they can take to avoid being another statistic. ...
Marinette County tax installments are due July 31
MARINETTE — Marinette County Treasurer Bev Noffke reminds Marinette County property owners that the second installment of the 2023 real estate property taxes is due on or before July 31. All Marinette County postponed and delinquent real estate property taxes are payable to the Marinette County Treasurer. Any payments by mail should be sent to 1926 Hall Ave., Marinette, WI 54143-1717. If making tax payments in person please note that the Treasurer’s office is located in the building directly behind the original Courthouse, now known...
Banking group recognizes Peterson for board service
MADISON, Wis. — Daniel Peterson, executive board chairman of the Stephenson National Bank & Trust, Marinette, was recently recognized by the Wisconsin Bankers Association (WBA) for his service to the industry. Peterson joined the WBA Board of Directors in 2018 and served as 2022–23 chair. “On behalf of our association, I would like to thank Dan for his dedication to Wisconsin’s banking industry,” said Rose Oswald Poels, WBA president and CEO. “His extensive service on the WBA Board has helped foster growth and positive change...
Marinette School Board submits counter offer for Garfield School
MARINETTE — The Marinette School Board voted unanimously Tuesday to issue a counter offer to an undisclosed buyer for the purchase of the former Garfield Elementary School, 1615 Carney Blvd. The board met in closed session for a little more than an hour prior to its open session. Superintendent Corry Lambie could not be reached for comment, but he told a Green Bay TV station he could not provide any details on the matter, including who the buyer is, the purchase offer amount or the...
Two young sailing victims identified; father still missing
OCONTO — The Brown County Medical Examiner’s Office on Tuesday conducted autopsies on the two deceased victims that were recovered on Monday south of Chambers Island in the waters of Green Bay, in the town of Gibraltar. The victims have been positively identified as 5-year-old Charlotte M. Salnik and 3-year-old Joshua F. Salnik. Search efforts continue in an attempt to locate their father, Billy J. Salnik, 32, who remains missing. Door County Sheriff’s Office will continue conducting drone searches and will start with K9 assisted marine searches. All search operations will continue with no plans to suspend until further notice, according to the Oconto County Sheriff’s Office. This incident is still under investigation. The father and his children went missing Saturday while sailing on the bay of Green Bay.
Truck traffic near mall area a concern
MARINETTE — A Marinette committee discussed truck traffic in the Pine Tree Mall area which will increase when a new distribution center is completed. The Civic Affairs, Cemetery, Traffic & Lights Committee Monday didn’t take any action, but there was plenty of discussion. KK Integrated Logistics (KKIL) is building a new distribution center in the Woleske Road/Cahill Road area. “The question keeps coming up, how are we going to manage...
RIZE attorney says plaintiffs aren't signing pot settlement
MENOMINEE — “See you in court.” That was basically the message from a cannabis attorney to the defendants in a lawsuit and the City of Menominee. Michael Cox, the attorney for RIZE, told the EagleHerald there is no marijuana settlement agreement and RIZE is perfectly content to let the matter play out in court. The...
Stingrays wrap up summer season at 'Bird Bath' invitational
APPLETON, Wis. — Fifteen members of the M&M Stingrays swimming team took part in the 25th annual Bird Bath Invitational at Erb Park over the weekend. Hot and humid temperatures alongside a field of over 800 swimmers made for a challenging three days of competition, but the Stingrays proved they were up to the task. The Stingrays collected seven top-ten finishes, 13 top-20 finishes and posted 40 new personal-best times...
Bodies of two children recovered near Chambers Island
OCONTO — The bodies of two young children were located Monday morning near Chambers Island, according to the Oconto County Sheriff’s Office. The office was notified by the Door County Sheriff’s Office that an unmanned 18-foot Gulf Coast Sailboat was located in the waters off of Chambers Island at about 6:30 a.m. Monday. The bodies of two children, ages 3 and 5, were recovered about five hours later about one mile south of where the boat was located. ...
Menominee County Fair starts Thursday
MENOMINEE — The Menominee County Fair will take place Thursday through Sunday at the fairgrounds at Shakey Lakes Park, west of Stephenson. The fairgrounds will be buzzing with activities, entertainment, and attractions for all ages, according to fair manager Debbie Smith. “We are thrilled to bring the community together for this year’s Menominee County Fair,” she said in a press release. “It’s a tradition that celebrates our local heritage and provides fun for everyone.” ...
Bodies of two children recovered near Chambers Island
Update: At approximately 6:23 a.m. today, the Oconto County Sheriff’s Office was notified by the Door County Sheriff’s Office that an unmanned 18-foot Gulf Coast Sailboat was located in the waters off of Chambers Island. At 11:21 a.m., the bodies of two children were recovered about one mile south of where the boat was located. Their names are not being released at this time pending positive identification and notification of the next-of-kin. ...
Bodies of two children recovered near Chambers Island
Update: At approximately 6:23 a.m. today, the Oconto County Sheriff’s Office was notified by the Door County Sheriff’s Office that an unmanned 18-foot Gulf Coast Sailboat was located in the waters off of Chambers Island. At 11:21 a.m., the bodies of two children were recovered about one mile south of where the boat was located. Their names are not being released at this time pending positive identification and notification of the next-of-kin. ...
Peshtigo eighth graders tour Washington, D.C.
Peshtigo eighth grade students and family members explored and experienced Washington, D.C. recently. Participants toured the U.S. Capitol building where Congress meets. Students were able to see the Constitution and Bill of Rights in person. Students explored President Washington’s estate, Mount Vernon, as well as Ford’s Theatre where President Lincoln was assassinated. The group learned about Arlington Cemetery and Memorial and was able to see the changing of the guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. Students experienced four Smithsonian museums in addition to the U.S. Holocaust Museum. Learning didn’t stop there. Students and family members also visited many memorials, including the WWII Memorial, Korean War Memorial, Vietnam War Memorial. The trip concluded with a visit to the 9/11 Memorial at the Pentagon.
Marinette won't utilize drop boxes for primary election
MARINETTE — A set of best practices to ensure the security of unstaffed absentee ballot drop boxes won’t affect the City of Marinette. City Clerk Lana Bero said the city last used a drop box in 2020 during the COVID-19 pandemic. “Our’s is a small drop box that we put in the front hallway (at City Hall),” she said. “A lot of bigger cities have like a mailbox or a...
Marinette splits Saturday series against Oshkosh
OSHKOSH, Wis. — The Marinette Legion baseball team hit the road for a Saturday doubleheader against Oshkosh on Saturday. Oshkosh shut out Post 39 5-0 in the opening game but Marinette was able to bounce back with a 5-2 victory in the nightcap to salvage the split. Marinette was held to just three hits and were only able to get six runners on base in game one, while Post 70...
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