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Gladstone wins, Esky falls short in Little League district openers
QUINNESEC — Gladstone faced off against Iron Mountain and Escanaba faced Kingsford in Little League All-Stars on Friday in Quinnesec. Gladstone beat Iron Mountain 3-1, while Kingsford hammered Escanaba 18-3. Gladstone and Iron Mountain remained scoreless until the fourth inning when Scout Rosinski hit a double to centerfield and Logan Demay followed it up with an RBI single to put Gladstone up 1-0. “It felt really good,” Demay said. “We have practiced a lot for this and we were ready.”
The Cure — IM: 100-Plus Women donation helps add program director
IRON MOUNTAIN — The Cure — Iron Mountain has been able to hire a full-time program director, thanks to a five-figure donation from Dickinson County 100-Plus Women Who Care. Katie Cherney will work with students conducting workshops and scheduling events, said Heather Ruesch, owner of The Cure —...
Do You Know About Pizza Hut Classic? Michigan Has 5 Retro Restaurants
These iconic Pizza Hut restaurants appear to have been untouched over time!. Same classic look. Same classic pizza. For those Millennials looking relive their Book It! glory days, here's your chance:. Have you ever heard of a Pizza Hut- Classic?. Described by some as "nostalgic Americana at its best" these...
Channing holds annual Independence Day parade
CHANNING, Mich. (WLUC) - The town of Channing was filled with cheers during their annual parade Saturday. The Sagola Township Fire Department hosted the Independence Day parade. The procession was filled with fire trucks, police vehicles, and floats from local businesses. Floats threw candy into the crowd while the fire department handed out popsicles. Community members of all ages gathered to watch the parade. The department’s assistant fire chief Rand Hruska said the parade is not only a celebration, but also a reunion.
Steel City FC come out flying, soar past Niagara 1812, 8-0, to clinch NPSL’s Great Lakes Conference regular season top spot
Steel City FC left no doubt by scoring early and often in an 8-0 rout of Niagara 1812 at Founders Field on Saturday afternoon. With the win, Steel City capped the regular season with a unbeaten record to clinch first place in National Premier Soccer League’s Great Lakes Conference, and will be the number one overall seed in the conference’s upcoming postseason tournament.
Lions Club hosts 59th annual Bass Fest for good cause
CRYSTAL FALLS, Mich. (WLUC) - The Crystal Falls community came out in full force for Bass Fest. The 59th annual Bass Festival began Saturday morning with a parade. Local businesses and organizations showed off their floats to the crowds lining the streets. After the parade, the festival continued with a canoe race, car show, concessions, and a volleyball tournament. Each year, the festival is put on by the Crystal Falls Lions Club. Funds raised will help the nonprofit give back to those in need. Lions Club member David Lesandrini said the parade is a great time for a good cause.
Anne Petersen
POWERS-SPALDING — Anne Therese Petersen, 92, of Powers-Spalding, passed away Thursday, July 4, 2024 at the Marshfield Medical Center – Dickinson, in Iron Mountain, Mich. She was born June 13, 1932 in Escanaba, daughter of the late George and Elizabeth (Walch) Cass. Anne graduated from Escanaba High School.
Do You Know About Pizza Hut Classic? Michigan Has 5 Retro Restaurants
These iconic Pizza Hut restaurants appear to have been untouched over time!. Same classic look. Same classic pizza. For those Millennials looking relive their Book It! glory days, here's your chance:. Have you ever heard of a Pizza Hut- Classic?. Described by some as "nostalgic Americana at its best" these...
R.E.M. Tribute Band to perform at Crystal Theatre
CRYSTAL FALLS – Fans of R.E.M. will want to see the highly-acclaimed tribute band Dead Letter Office perform at Crystal Theatre Friday, July 12 at 7 p.m. Dead Letter Office have dedicated themselves to faithfully reproducing the music and energy of a live R.E.M. show. Based out of western New York since 2014, the band has been thrilling audiences throughout the U.S. and Canada, providing a show that’s been missed since R.E.M. parted company.
Obituaries 7-10-2024
CRYSTAL FALLS — Warren Maki, 85, passed away July 1, 2024 at UP Health Systems in Marquette. Visitation will be held at St. Mark's Episcopal church in Crystal Falls on July 13 at 10 a.m. followed by funeral services at 11 a.m. Burial will take place at the Hematite Cemetery in Amasa. Memorials may be made to Amasa Senior Center and the Northwoods Animal Shelter in Iron River. Warren’s family wishes to extend their sincere thanks to the staff of UPHS for the loving care and compassion to Warren and his family. Condolences to the family of Warren Maki may be expressed online at www.nashfuneralhome.net. The family has entrusted the Nash Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Crystal Falls with the arrangements.
Harbour House Museum 1st Rhubarb Festival
CRYSTAL FALLS - The Harbour House Museum held their 1st Annual Rhubarb Festival June 29. The vendors presented Rhubarb items including treats, jams, lemonade and more. Along with crochet items, breads, wire trees, fishing lures and ceramics to name a few. The event included 20 vendors on 4th street. Hamburgers,...
Garrison Keillor at the Crystal Theatre
CRYSTAL FALLS – On the evening of June 29, the Crystal Theatre welcomed Garrison Keillor to the stage. Keillor hosted the radio broadcast A Prairie Home Companion for over 40 years on National Public Radio, consisting of comedy sketches, poetry, music and more. He is also a prolific author, having written over 30 books.
Readers Viewpoint 7-10-2024
I read the poignant letter about our beautiful flag of the United States of America and it made me very sad!. I’ve been watching our country go down hill for years, but never thought I could do anything about it. But, started paying more attention to the people who run our government and realized many of them do not love my country and they express it openly!
Charges issued in crash
MARINETTE, Wis. — A Pembine, Wis., man faces two counts of homicide by negligent operation of a vehicle in connection with a June 2 crash in the Town of Grover that caused the death of two women. Scott Mathis, 46, will appear in court July 22. The two-vehicle crash...
Mom who livestreamed herself 'violently' abusing her 2-year-old son is sentenced to jail
Natasha L. Hunt was sentenced to jail and probation after she livestreamed herself "violently" abusing her 2-year-old son in Wisconsin last year. The post Mom who livestreamed herself ‘violently’ abusing her 2-year-old son is sentenced to jail first appeared on Law & Crime.
Iron Mountain Fourth of July parade sees large float turnout
IRON MOUNTAIN, Mich. (WLUC) - Iron Mountain had its annual Fourth of July parade Thursday morning. Families were already finding spots an hour before the parade. The Menominee Range Historical Foundation’s promotional committee has hosted the parade for five years. Parade committee Member Jayna Huotari said they have been...
City of Iron Mountain Police and Fire Director retires after 32 years
IRON MOUNTAIN, Mich. (WZMQ) – Iron Mountain City Park buzzed with excitement as Ed Mattson, the city’s retiring Director of Police and Fire Services, was celebrated for his service. After 32 years of dedication, Mattson looked forward to embracing his new role as a retiree and full-time grandpa, eager to spend quality time with his family.
Alpha celebrates 110th Fourth of July festival
ALPHA, Mich. (WLUC) - Large groups of spectators filled the streets in Alpha on Thursday to celebrate its 110th Fourth of July Festival. The Alpha Michigan Brewing Company is one of the local businesses sponsoring the event. Owner Mike Bjork said the event revitalizes the town. “I was born and...
Patrick A. Kobe
IRON MOUNTAIN — Patrick “Pat” A. Kobe, 72, of Iron Mountain passed away Tuesday, June 25, 2024, at the Marshfield Medical Center – Dickinson in Iron Mountain. Pat was born October 5, 1951, in Calumet, MI, son of the late Peter and Christine (Plute) Kobe. He graduated from Calumet High School, Class of 1969, and went on to study electrical engineering at Michigan Technological University. He began his career at F.G. Bieti & Assoc., which later incorporated into Z & R Electric Services. He then took a position with Systems Control in Iron Mountain and finished out his career with Rockwell Automation in Kingsford, MI.
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