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Bergman off base
To address the financial burden of maintaining two residences — one in their home district and one in the capital — Congresspeople are eligible for reimbursement for living expenses, including lodging and food. U.S. Rep. Jack Bergman, R-Watersmeet is abusing his privileges. Daily meal expenses for Congressmembers are...
Shamco hosts grand opening for their $5.5 million expansion
IRON RIVER – Shamco Lumber Inc. hosted a grand opening of their recent expansion to their lumber mill in Iron River June 14, where they gave tours of the mill that explained the process that lumber goes through and the machinery used to do it. Food and drink were provided.
Arbor Vitae golf fundraiser raising money for breast cancer patients
ARBOR VITAE, Wis. (WJFW) - The average risk of a woman in the United States developing breast cancer sometime in her life is about 13 percent. One local group is trying to make that diagnosis easier for women to manage for women in our area. Let’s Tee off against breast...
Open Mic Night includes new local talent
IRON RIVER - A brand new act will take the stage at the next Open Mic Night June 29 at 7 p.m. in the Windsor Auditorium. Local baristas and talented vocalists/musicians, Hunter Loewen and Rebecca McPhereson, will perform a set of duets with tight harmonies. “This will be the first time this duo has performed on the Open Mic stage, and I can’t wait for folks to hear them,” said Erika Sauter, coordinator.
LVD health fair offers free immunizations, health screenings
Dancers of all ages performed for attendees of the LVDH’s Highway to Health fair on June 15 (Submitted photo.)The Woodland Sky Native American Dance Company performs at LVDH’s fifth annual health fair. (submitted photo.)By Allison JoyWATERSMEET — Quite a crowd turned out for the “Highway to Health” fifth annual health fair at Lac Vieux Desert Health (LVDH) Center in Watersmeet. The event…
Police: Informant helped secure prison time for Gogebic Co. drug dealer
GOGEBIC COUNTY, Mich. (WJMN) — A Wisconsin man will serve a minimum of nearly five years in prison after pleading guilty to selling drugs in Gogebic County. The Ironwood Public Safety Department said in a recent release that 36-year-old Justin James O’Dell of Eagle River, WI, was sentenced to serve 4.5-20 years in prison for […]
GB’S DANCE BAND
The Three Lakes Historical Society invites individuals to their Concerts in the Park series at the gazebo in Cy Williams Park in Three Lakes. This season commences on Tuesday, June 25 at 7 p.m., featuring GB’s Dance Band. The GB’s Dance Band is a 7-piece band featuring dance music.They play favorites from the Big Band era, Dixieland, Rock, Country and more. Attendees are encouraged to bring a chair, and note that all concerts are presented free of charge.
Phelps man to appear in court for five counts of possession of child pornography
PHELPS, Wis. - A 65-year-old man from Phelps is being charged with five counts of of possession of child pornography. Glen Barth was arrested on June 12 and appeared in Vilas County Court on June 13 for his initial appearance. Barth's bond was set at $100,000. He will be in...
Northland Pines Golf Success at Regionals
The Regional Golf Tournament at Hidden Greens North in Solon Springs has been completed and the Northland Pines Eagles have advanced to the Sectional tournament being held on May 28th in Rice Lake, Wisconsin at Turtleback Golf Course. As a recurring theme, the weather was incredibly challenging. The day began...
Gasperini highlights opening night at Eagle River Speedway
Frank Gasperini of Iron Mountain, Mich., highlighted a slew of winners during the season opener at Eagle River Speedway on June 11, racing in the Chef Rene B Mod Feature. Other opening night winners included Jesse Aho of Twin Lakes, Mich., in the late model feature, and David Blackberg of Eagle River in the IMCA stock car feature.
Seven from Pines’ girls soccer receive GNC post-season honors
Seven players from Northland Pines received girls soccer all-conference honors in the Great Northern Conference (GNC) for the 2024 season. Seniors Zoe Anderson and Sarah Nagel were unanimous selections for the first team, while freshman Ava Gaetano received second team honors.
WALK IN THE WOODS
On June 8, the St. Germain Chamber of Commerce hosted the “Walk in the Woods” art fair. Over fifty regional artists showcased pottery, paintings, photography, wood carvings, homemade candles and jewelry. Visitors had the opportunity to enjoy cheese and wine sampling courtesy of Lake Nokomis. Additionally, concessions were available from The St. Germain Lions Club, and live music was featured at the event. Pictured are fairgoers interacting with the artists regarding their work. —Jacki Goebel Photos.
State AIS grants will help save precious waters
Waterfront groups, lake associations, nonprofits and municipalities in the three counties here will receive more than $1 million in state grants this spring to monitor, prevent and manage aquatic invasive species (AIS) on our lakes and rivers. It’s a big deal when just three of the state’s 72 counties are...
St. Albert’s celebrates 75 years
On Sunday, June 9, parishioners gathered at St. Albert’s in Land O’ Lakes for a celebration led by Bishop and Most Reverend James P. Powers. Ministering alongside the Bishop was St. Albert’s own pastor, Reverend Ron Serrao, and guest priests to commemorate 75 years of providing pastoral care to residents and visitors.
Like, wow! Area museums hop with activity
GOGEBIC RANGE - In case you did not already know it, area museums have a lot going on this summer. In the past week, The Globe visited just two area museums in Erwin Township and in Marenisco Township. But the tri-county area has 11 total museums listed here, and each...
Margaret 'Peggy' Richardson Tuttle
WATERSMEET, Mich. - Margaret "Peggy" Richardson Tuttle, 83 years old, of Watersmeet, Michigan, passed away Sunday, May 12, 2024. She was born May 8, 1941, to the late Theodore and Martha (MacIntyre) Struve in Highland Park, Illinois. Peggy was dedicated to early childhood education. As an early childhood educator and...
Wisconsin man sentenced to minimum of 4.5 years for selling meth in Gogebic County
IRONWOOD, Mich. (Northern News Now) - A Wisconsin man has been sentenced for selling meth in Gogebic County. On Tuesday, Justin James O’Dell, 36, from Eagle River, Wis. was sentenced to serve a minimum of 4.5 years in prison. He previously pleaded guilty to delivery of meth and maintaining a drug house.
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