BARAGA — The wildfire around Summit Lake in Baraga County has expanded its reach from five acres when it was first observed on Friday, Oct. 18, to 165 acres on Oct. 21, and then to 225 acres on Oct. 22. The perimeter of the fire is estimated to encompass an area of approximately 266 ...

HOUGHTON — As the Houghton City Council considers whether to make the Pewabic Street Community Garden director a paid position, council members heard information on the garden’s usage and revenues during Wednesday’s meeting. In September, the council received (close to an hour) of ...

KINGSFORD — A contract with GEI Consultants of Iron Mountain for engineering on Kingsford’s third planned water and sewer project will total $517,500, about 7% of the proposed $7.38 million construction cost. City Manager Mike Stelmaszek noted this is consistent with the city’s ...

GULLIVER — Seul Choix Pointe was the “only choice” for refuge for French sailors who gave the place its name about two centuries ago. Located between Manistique and Naubinway, the bay it protects is dangerous in itself, with churning waters over only partially-hidden rocks. The lighthouse ...

IRON MOUNTAIN — The enclosed deer habitat at Iron Mountain City Park will come under scrutiny in the coming months as the city awaits an inspection report from the U.S. Department of Agriculture. City Manager Jordan Stanchina said Monday there are some issues and concerns, though “nothing ...

HOUGHTON — The $23 million bond proposal for additional classroom space and other amenities at Houghton-Portage Township Schools dominated the public comment period during Monday’s board meeting. The first half-hour of Monday’s meeting was devoted to public comment on the issue. Out of ...