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Superiorland Yesterdays

EDITOR’S NOTE: Superiorland Yesterdays is prepared by the reference staff at the Peter White Public Library in Marquette. 30 years ago HARVEY — Teachers at the new Cherry Creek Elementary School in Chocolay Township are especially excited about going back to school this year. “Coming to work will be like Christmas every day,” said third grade teacher Joann Hakala. “It’s so exciting- everything is brand new. New desks, new carpeting, a beautiful library, a computer lab — everything we ever wanted.” An open house runs from 4 to 8 p.m. Thursday with a dedication ...

Superiorland Yesterdays

EDITOR’S NOTE: Superiorland Yesterdays is prepared by the reference desk staff at Peter White Public Library. 30 years ago MARQUETTE - The Marquette City Commission has been asked to adopt a resolution to ensure the protection of Presque Isle Park. The Marquette Beautification and Restoration Committee proposed and drafted the resolution, asking that the city authorize a 12-person committee to advise the commission on activities, construction or projects which may be proposed for the park in the future. “Because of its large number of admirers, we feel [Presque Isle] is very ...

Superiorland Yesterdays

EDITOR’S NOTE: Superiorland Yesterdays is prepared by the reference staff at the Peter White Public Library in Marquette. 30 years ago MARQUETTE — Marquette County Habitat for Humanity will celebrate the dedication of its first house beginning at 2 p.m. today at 1963 N. Wilkinson St. in Marquette. At 2:30 p.m., Marquette Mayor Charles Coffey and members of the Habitat board of directors will join the Rev. Larry Lange, pastor of Our Redeemer Lutheran Church in Champion, in a dedication ceremony. The two-bedroom home will officially be handed over to Cliff, Vivian and Joseph Ogea ...

Superiorland Yesterdays

EDITOR’S NOTE: Superiorland Yesterdays is prepared by the reference staff at the Peter White Public Library in Marquette. 30 years ago MUNISING — The Forest Service is considering improvements to four campgrounds in the Munising District of the Hiawatha National Forest, said Assistant Ranger Dick Anderson. The four campgrounds are Bay Furnace, Island Lake and Widewaters, all in Alger County, and Pete’s Lake in western Schoolcraft County. Possible improvements to Bay Furnace include adding electricity to some campsites, installing flush toilets and showers, and building a picnic ...

Superiorland Yesterdays

30 years ago MARQUETTE - The Marquette School Board unanimously approved the elimination of elementary art, music and gym Tuesday. The board had voted in June to eliminate the teachers and classes, but postponed implementing the cuts in hopes the state Legislature would adopt a favorable K-12 school aid plan. The cuts were made in response to a $1.7 million shortfall, which is blamed on stagnant state aid and voters’ refusal of school finance proposals. As a result, the board laid off seven teachers and seven non-certified employees, saving the district an estimated $346,000. ...

Superiorland Yesterdays

EDITOR’S NOTE: Superiorland Yesterdays is prepared by the reference desk staff at Peter White Public Library. 30 years ago MARQUETTE — The four separate events that have emerged from the Upper Peninsula’s newfound love for sled dog racing will come together as a series this winter offering an additional $5,000 in prize money. Organizers of the U.P. 200/Midnight Run, Munising to Gwinn Race, St. Ignace Sled Dog Enduro and Calumet Copper Classic have agreed to combine the races into one competitive series called the U.P. Challenge. Teams that compete in all four events would evenly ...