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A Running Tradition Continues
The 43rd annual ‘Run Your Bass Off’ took place on July 7 at Runkle Lake Park and once again the organizers of Iron Endurance and Race Director Jen Rentala attended to every detail to ensure the race was a highlight of the summer. With over 300 individuals participating,...
‘Man-Up Crusade’ calls rodeo crowd to show colors, raise awareness to big issues
IRON RIVER, Mich. (WJMN) — Advocates are asking rodeo-goers to show some bright colors over the weekend to raise awareness to issues affecting thousands in our community. On Saturday, the Tough Enough to Wear Pink campaign supporting breast cancer awareness. On Friday, organizers are asking people to wearing purple. That’s to show support for domestic […]
Simon and Garfunkel tribute coming to Crystal Theatre
CRYSTAL FALLS - The unforgettable sounds of Simon and Garfunkel will be heard at Crystal Theatre Friday, July 26 at 7 p.m. AJ Swearingen and Jayne Kelli recreate the music, memories and magic of Paul Simon and Art Garfunkel, the most famous folk-rock duo of our time. Performing this music for 20 years, Swearingen has mastered Simon’s intricate guitar playing. His deep baritone blends perfectly with Kelli’s angelic vocals. The pair deliver a true tribute to the sound of the 1960s Greenwich Village, NY coffeehouse performances.
Gianaras Bench Dedication
This red cedar bench, commissioned by the Alpha 4th of July board, built by Bruce Borske was presented to Mrs. Kathy Starck in memory of her parents Alec and Viena (nee’ Partala) Gianaras. Mrs. Gianaras lived in Alpha and graduated high school from the Porter School. Through her family foundation, support for her beloved town of Alpha continues.
Two vehicles collide outside Bass Festival
CRYSTAL FALLS — Troopers from the Michigan State Police Iron Mountain Post are investigating a “serious injury traffic crash”. A four-door sedan collided with a pickup truck hauling a trailer on M-69 just outside of the Bass Festival at Runkle Lake on July 6 just before 7 p.m.
Cubs conquer Vikings in extra innings
NORWAY –A lot changed since the first showdown between the Escanaba Cubs and Norway Vikings. The Cubs surrendered a 7-1 lead after five innings to fall to the Vikings 8-7 at Al Ness Field on June 19. Wednesday’s showdown between the Cubs and Vikings was held in Norway. It...
Take A Train Through An Old Michigan Iron Mine
Like many of your kids, I have been a Minecraft player for many many years. I'd spend hours mining for diamonds with my friends and fighting off zombies. While that's good and fun, there is one spot in Michigan that lets you explore an old iron mine in real life, and there (probably) aren't any zombies to worry about.
Obituaries 7-17-2024
KINGSFORD — Franklin P. "Bunzo" Dalpra, 91, away Saturday, July 6, 2024, at Marshfield Medical Center - Dickinson in Iron Mountain. Graveside services will be held Thursday, July 18, 2024, at 11 a.m. at the Evergreen Cemetery in Crystal Falls. The East Side Veterans will conduct military honors. Condolences to the family of Franklin "Bunzo" Dalpra may be expressed online at www.nashfuneralhome.net. The family has trusted the Nash Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Crystal Falls with the arrangements.
Dickinson County Dive Rescue team participates in upcoming 5th Annual ‘ATM’ ride fundraiser to honor drowning victim
IRON MOUNTAIN, Mich. (WZMQ) – The all-volunteer Dickinson County Dive Rescue team invites the community to join the 5th annual ATM Ride on July 20th, an ATV event, called the ATM Run, in memory of Alex Troy McDermott (initials ATM). The ATM run is in memory of a local who drowned 5 years ago. The fundraiser aims to support the dive team’s efforts in preventing future tragedies like the one that happened in Hardwood.
Independent pharmacies concerned about financial hurdles
IRON MOUNTAIN, Mich. (WLUC) - Pharmacies are beginning to face financial challenges. Insurance reimbursement rates to brick-and-mortar pharmacies have decreased since 2022. Snyder Drug Store Pharmacy Vice President Mike Russell says the declining rates are beginning to cause an issue. “The third party plans that pharmacies deal with have a...
Franklin Joseph ‘Joe’ Nowack
SPALDING — Franklin Joseph “Joe” Nowack, 84, Spalding. Friends and family sadly bid farewell to a local legend, Joe (aka Hydro, Highfox) Nowack on Monday, July 8, 2024. Joe was born in Spalding, Michigan on Leap Year, February 29, 1940 to Frank (Farmer) and Amy (Fazette) Nowack. He oftentimes would celebrate his birthday on February 28, 29 or March 1 depending on how much he wanted to celebrate. He married his high school sweetheart, Diane Fabry on March 5, 1960, in Hermansville, Michigan.
Iron Mountain Legion Post 50 honors longtime member Frank Perino for 70 years of service
IRON MOUNTAIN – Legion Post 50 on River Avenue celebrated Frank Perino, a lifelong resident of Iron Mountain, for his remarkable 70 years of continuous membership and service. Perino, a United States Army grader operator during the Korean War, was instrumental in building airports and runways. Surrounded by his...
Feeding America visits Dickinson County Wednesday morning
KINGSFORD, Mich. (WLUC) - Feeding America West Michigan’s mobile food pantry will distribute food to residents in need of assistance in Kingsford Wednesday morning. The pantry is located at Lodal Park, at 1800 West Breitung Avenue. Food will start being distributed at 10 a.m. Central time. Stand-ins or proxies...
» Donation to Wounded Warriors of Wisconsin
Scott Anderson from the Amberg American Legion Post #428 presented a check for $250 to Otto Reetz from The Wounded Warriors of Wisconsin on Saturday, June 22 at The Beaver Saloon. Pictured left to right are Otto Reetz from Wounded Warriors of WI and Scott Anderson from Mullany-McTrusty American Legion Post #428 of Amberg.
Marshfield Clinic Health System and Sanford Health in talks to combine
IRON MOUNTAIN, Mich. (WLUC) - Wednesday morning, Sanford Health and Marshfield Clinic Health System announced a memorandum of understanding to combine the companies. The announcement comes after Marshfield and Essentia Health announced they would not continue with a merger earlier this year. In a statement, Interim CEO of Marshfield Clinic...
Escanaba bests Iron Mountain in nail biter
QUINNESEC — Although Mother Nature managed to slow down Monday’s District 10 action at Quinnesec Field with a 30-minute break, nothing was going to stop the kids from playing ball. The day opened with Iron Mountain facing off with Escanaba. Iron Mountain was eliminated from the tournament after...
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