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Wave of COVID cases hitting area
ESCANABA — A fresh wave of COVID-19 infections is hitting the nation, affecting everyone from President Joe Biden, who was diagnosed Wednesday, to Escanaba residents, who are experiencing some of the heaviest viral activity of the summer. According to the Michigan Sentinel Wastewater Epidemiology Evaluation Project (SWEEP), which monitors...
Sam H. Poquette
GLADSTONE — Sam H. Poquette, 89, of Gladstone, passed away on Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at Christian Park Village in Escanaba. Survivors include his daughters, Laura Beauvais and Susie Lindin, both of Escanaba. Private services will be held at the convenience of the family. A complete obituary will be...
William A. Nelson
ROCK — William A. Nelson, age 93, of Rock passed away at home on December 12, 2023. Graveside services will be held on Wednesday, July 24 at 10 a.m. at the Fernwood Cemetery in Gladstone. Military Honors will be presented by the Gladstone American Legion Post 71. Skradski Family...
Rev. Dean A. Peterson
NAPERVILLE, Ill. — Rev. Dean A. Peterson, age 84, died on July 15, 2024 from complications of cancer. Dean lived for 30 years in Escanaba, Michigan and was the Pastor at Bethany Lutheran Church for many years. A Memorial Visitation will be held Saturday, August 3, 2024, from 1...
Gladstone Indians surge to win over Menominee
GLADSTONE — They struggled for a while, then they responded. That pretty much sums up what happened here Thursday night as the Gladstone Indians surged to a 14-5 American Legion baseball victory over the Menominee Red Wave in the zone tournament. Menominee tied Thursday’s nightcap at five on a...
Golf scramble was a success
The Community Foundation for Delta County Board of trustees and staff would like to do a shout out to the Youth Empowering Services (Y.E.S.) on their record breaking golf scramble event.“We are grateful to the Community Foundation for Delta County, all of our sponsors, in-kind organizations/people, volunteers and golfers for their support in making the 2024 golf scramble such a huge success,” said Tiffany Hewitt, Y.E.S. executive director, Lisa Conger, Y.E.S. volunteer and Josie Baxter, Y.E.S. program director. They continued, “Without your support, we wouldn’t be able to help so many school age children though our.
Jean R. Ettenhofer
ESCANABA — Jean R. Ettenhofer, 94, of Escanaba, passed away on Friday morning, July 19, 2024 at her home. Survivors include her four sons, Alan (Connie), Michael (Ginny), Adam (Teresa), and Raymond (Jennifer). A complete obituary will be forthcoming. The Crawford Funeral Homes are assisting the family.
Michigan DNR seeks volunteers for U.P. State Fair experiences
What's happening: One of the biggest annual events in the Upper Peninsula is looking for a helping hand, specifically when it comes to connecting youth with The Great Outdoors. The Michigan Department of Natural Resources is requesting volunteers to help with the Pocket Park at the U.P. State Fair, which runs from August 12-18 in Escanaba. Specifically, volunteers will help kids learn various outdoor skills like catch-and-release fishing, learn how to shoot pellet guns or archery, staffing the fire tower and greeting people coming to the Fair.
31-year-old overturns vehicle into ditch; says he was forced off the roadway by another vehicle
On Monday, July 15, at 6:21 A.M., deputies from the Mecosta County Sheriff's Office were dispatched to an accident at US-131 and 12 Mile Road. The investigation found a 31-year-old-male from Wilson, Michigan went down into the ditch and overturned his vehicle. The driver stated he was ran off the roadway by another vehicle, but that vehicle left without stopping. He was transported by Mecosta County EMS to Corwell Health Big Rapids Hospital for non-life threatening injuries.
“Wingin It” at Lunchtime Live!: Ft. the Curious Pig and the Main Squeeze Food Trucks
On Tuesday, July 23 from 11:30am to 1:00pm ET, Bay College’s Lunchtime Live! series will feature the local band, “Wingin It.” This dynamic ensemble includes Pat Feldhusen on guitar and vocals, Mike Hall on percussion and vocals, Pete Ammel on keys and vocal, Heather Grimes on vocals, Ben Campbell on violin, and special guest Scott Breault on bass. Together they will fill the courtyard with a vibrant blend of musical style, making the lunch hour unforgettable.
Meet the racer: youth micro sprint driver Julia Maki
ESCANABA — Another week of racing is in the books at Escanaba Speedway, and its time for this weeks Q&A. This week Daily Press sports writer Adam Hinch got to sit down with youth micro sprint driver Julia Maki. Maki will be back in action Sunday and you can...
Gladstone Minor baseball wins 2024 District 10 title
IRON MOUNTAIN — Runs were at a premium on Tuesday as the Kingsford and Gladstone 10U Minors All-Stars faced off at Larry Barkle Field in Iron Mountain with the Michigan Minor Little League District 10 title on the line. After a tense six innings, Gladstone picked up a 2-1...
Nathan Winling Jr. breaks through, claims first win of 2024 season
ESCANABA — After three consecutive second place finishes to start the season at Escanaba Speedway, Nathan Winling Jr. found victory lane for the first time since July 1, 2023. “It felt good to get the win,” Winling said. “It’s fun getting to go out there and go fast.”...
Escanaba Minor LL softball wins 2024 District 10 championship
ESCANABA –Winner takes all. It’s a scenario which Escanaba and Gladstone minor Little League softball teams faced at Lemerand Park’s Abrahamson Field on Wednesday. Gladstone spoiled Escanaba’s chance at a district title a day earlier with a 5-3 win, setting up a winner-take-all matchup for the District 10 title.
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