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US 41 bridge repairs in Houghton County start Aug. 3

CHASSELL — The Michigan Department of Transportation is investing about $536,000 to repair the US 41 bridge over the Sturgeon River in Houghton County. The work, which includes expansion joint replacement, deck, substructure and railing patching and crack sealing, will extend the service life of the bridge to maintain a safe roadway for users. The tentatibe starting date for the project is 
Monday, Aug. 3, and the estimated ending date Friday, Oct. 23. Drivers should expect one lane of alternating traffic via temporary signals. A 10-foot lane width restriction will be in place in ...

Women’s Federated Clubhouse lists events

MARQUETTE — The Women’s Federated Clubhouse, located at 104 W. Ridge St., Marquette, will present several events to help mark the facility's 100th anniversary. At 7 p.m. July 31, a program on the silent film era in Marquette with Jack Deo and Bob Buchkoe will take place. At noon Aug. 1, a high tea with hors d’oeuvres is planned, honoring Art on the Rocks founder and facility member Anita Meyland. At 5:30 p.m. Aug. 1, celebration party is on tap, with a silent auction, hors d’oeuvres, refreshments, diamonds and pearls art and antiques! For more information, visit ...

Summer reading at library has great run

NEGAUNEE — The summer reading programs at the Negaunee Public Library end Saturday, Aug. 1. Library director Jessica Holman said this year has once again been record-breaking. "We had 262 youth, ages 0-17, register for the summer reading program," Holman said. "Hopefully, most will turn in their reading logs to claim their guaranteed prizes, and have a chance to win bigger prizes." Adults have also been submitting book reviews and new this year, library event reviews, for opportunities to win prize packages. Many prizes were donated by local businesses, including Bromley's Books, ...

Today in History: July 27, Korean War hostilities end

Today in History: July 27, Korean War hostilities end By The Associated Press Today in History Today is Monday, July 27, the 208th day of 2026. There are 157 days left in the year. Today in History: On July 27, 1953, the Korean Armistice Agreement was signed at Panmunjom, ending three ...

Superiorland Yesterdays

30 years ago MARQUETTE – Around 200 guests of the Marquette Holiday Inn were evacuated early this morning when a small but smoky fire broke out in a commercial dryer, officials said. Towels that ignited caused the hotel’s first 2 floors to fill with smoke at about 2:15 a.m., said Lt. Dan Everson of the Marquette Fire Department. 90 years ago MARQUETTE - Marquette’s new steam plant will be able to burn natural gas as well as coal and oil because of a change order authorized by the Marquette Board of power and Light. The change order will add $46,153 to the contract awarded to ...

Art on the Rocks, Outback, draws thousands to lakeshore