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What’s New at Peter White Public Library

The Peter White Public Library offers these new non-fiction books. 100 Hikes of a Lifetime U.S.A.: The Country's Ultimate Scenic Trails by Stephanie Pearson In this sequel to the author’s book 100 Hikes of a Lifetime, which covers hikes around the world, the focus this time is on hikes in our home country. Published by National Geographic, this book contains excellent photography and is intended to inform and inspire your next outdoor adventure. Author Pearson is an avid hiker, and her credentials include being a contributing editor to Outside magazine. New Adult Non-Fiction ...

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Bay College hosts info session for EMT, paramedic programs at I.M. campus


IRON MOUNTAIN – Bay College Iron Mountain campus will host an informational open house for its emergency medical technician and paramedic programs from 4:30-6 p.m. CT Wednesday, June 24, in Room 231A on the Iron Mountain campus. The session is designed to provide information for community ...

New report finds poverty in area much worse than previously reported

MARQUETTE — A new report has found that 43% of households in Marquette County struggle to get by, especially as the cost of basics has risen over time. The Michigan Association of United Ways, in collaboration with United For ALICE, will release the new ALICE Report for the state of ...

MooseWood Nature Center’s World Environment Day celebration set

MARQUETTE — MooseWood Nature Center got its start in Marquette 30 years ago as a way to bring a better understanding and appreciation of the beauty and understanding of the Upper Peninsula’s natural history to visitors from out-of-town, and to community members of all ages. Programs celebrating the area’s natural history, outdoor recreational opportunities and environmental education have been provided at on and off sites, in area school classrooms and for private groups. Recently MooseWood received a $5,000 grant from Waste Management, Inc., to provide resources for recycling ...

Talk with the Doc

I am pleased to report to you that Oswald’s Bear Ranch is now open and is located just north of Newberry and it is a very famous tourist attraction. This great Upper Peninsula attraction is the largest bear ranch in the entire United States on a large 240 acre site. The bear ranch is a ...