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Dickinson objects to guidelines for library liaison

IRON MOUNTAIN — Trustees appointed by Dickinson County Board to make decisions in the best interests of the county library are considering rules for the conduct of the board’s liaison to the library panel. The idea has drawn a cold reception from the county board, which decided Monday to send a letter of concern to the library board. “This is garbage,” Commissioner Joe Stevens said after hearing Commissioner Ann Martin’s summary of the library proposal. Martin, the current liaison to the five-member library board, has in the past raised controversial issues during county ...

MTU awarded $838,000 grant for semiconductor education, training programs

HOUGHTON — The Michigan Economic Development Corp. (MEDC) announced today an $838,000 grant to Michigan Technological University (MTU) that will support a major expansion of semiconductor education and training programs across the Upper Peninsula while responding to Michigan’s increased demand for skilled technicians and engineering professionals in the semiconductor industry. “Michigan is not only among the first states in the nation with a consortium that has successfully identified the key skills and competencies employers need to drive future microchip industry ...

Hancock Christmas walk dazzles, delights

HANCOCK — As a line of families along Quincy Street watched and took photos, Santa Claus pulled up in his sleigh — or rather, on the back of a Hancock fire truck. So began the annual Christmas Walk, which drew families for wagon rides, toasty treats, fun activities, and of course, a visit ...

Book details IM woman’s spiritual journey

IRON MOUNTAIN — An Iron Mountain cosmetologist hopes to inspire others by sharing her personal transformation story in her book “Property of the King.” Deborah Mckinzie details her journey of living life fast and hard as her husband’s “possession” in the motorcycle club world to what she called “divine redemption.” “I want this book to be a message of hope in this broken world we live in,” Mckinzie said. “Whatever your sin is, it’s not too big for God.” The 1988 Iron Mountain High School graduate has always had a love for adventure — eager to try new ...

Together for Thanksgiving

HOUGHTON — Little Brothers Friends of the Elderly served Thanksgiving meals for friends at seven sites and also home-delivered meals throughout the Copper Country. About 30 people had signed up for a meal at St. Ignatius Loyola Catholic Church in Houghton, and even more showed up Thursday, said lead volunteer Julie Beck. The holidays can be isolating for people without family or who aren’t in contact with them, Beck said. The Little Brothers dinners help provide social relationships and the human touch. “There’s people working, retired,” she said. “Every story is ...

Snowmobile clubs prepare for season

IRON MOUNTAIN — A lake-effect snowstorm unfolding last weekend steered north and east of the central Upper Peninsula, it’s a reminder that winter is near. In Michigan, state-designated trails are open Dec. 1 through March 31 and grooming occurs when there is enough snow on the ...