By the time you read this, I will have retired from the library. However, nothing can stop me from recommending good books - especially stories of murderous suspense. These books are page-turners up to the very last sentence.
 BELLES by Lacey N. Dunham takes place in 1951 at an exclusive ...

HOUGHTON — The city of Houghton has been awarded a Certificate of Achievement by the State of Michigan Tax Commission for earning a perfect score on the 2025 PA 660 Assessment Audit Review. According to a press release from the city, this recognition highlights Houghton’s commitment to ...

Two weeks ago, I told you about Matti, who came to see me for symptoms of overactive bladder. His symptoms worsened most when he was fishing on Teal Lake. “Just me and my wife,” he said. “Sitting in the boat. Waiting for a fish to bite. Drinking coffee.” Coffee must be the culprit, I ...

HANCOCK – Mike Lahti was well-known throughout the Copper Country both as a businessman and a former state representative, and a powerhouse of economic development. He died Dec. 29 at the age of 80. Many knew him in relation to his State Farm insurance agency, which he operated for more than ...

MARQUETTE — Average gasoline prices in Michigan have fallen 12.3 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $2.66/g today, according to GasBuddy's survey of 4,913 stations in Michigan. Prices in Michigan are 16.0 cents per gallon lower than a month ago and stand 45.8 cents per gallon lower ...