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Crowdfunding campaign launched for ‘Escanaba on Ice’
ESCANABA – A local nonprofit Enhance Escanaba is leading the charge to create a universally accessible refrigerated ice-skating rink at Ludington Park. This project will be fulfilled through the anticipated success of a crowdfunding campaign that the Michigan Economic Development ...
Application period for Michigan elk hunt opens Friday
MARQUETTE — With the application period for Michigan’s elk season opening Friday, May 1, hunters should be aware of several key changes to the popular hunt. On April 8, the Michigan Natural Resources Commission voted to establish elk hunting regulations for the 2026 and 2027 seasons. ...
MDHHS launches statewide map to expand access free gun locks, promote safe firearm storage
MARQUETTE — The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services has announced the launch of a new statewide Gun Lock Distribution Map, a tool designed to help residents easily locate free firearm safety devices and expand access to safe storage resources across Michigan. The interactive ...
Bay College president elected to AACC board of directors
ESCANABA – Bay College President Dr. Nerita Hughes has been elected to serve as an Institutional Representative on the American Association of Community Colleges (AACC) Board of Directors. Her term will begin on July 1. The AACC’s 32-member board represents community colleges across the ...
Legion poppies to start blooming
MARQUETTE — The Richard M. Jopling Unit 44 of the American Legion Auxiliary will distribute memorial poppies throughout the month of May in honor of fallen service members and in support of veterans and their families. Poppies will be available May 8–10 during the Mother’s Day Craft ...



