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Midland brings the sound of the southwest to the U.P. State Fair grandstand
ESCANABA — Get ready for a night of smooth harmonies and timeless country as Midland brings their signature sound to the U.P. State Fair Grandstand on Saturday, Aug. 22. Known for blending modern country with classic influences, Midland delivers a high‑energy yet authentic live show that ...
Michigan Municipal League expands Local Economies initiative to Upper Peninsula
MARQUETTE — Staff members of the Michigan Municipal League will travel to several central Upper Peninsula communities this week to expand the work of its Local Economies initiative. This trip has been made possible with the support of the Lake Superior Community Partnership’s Central Upper ...
Negaunee sewer overflow stops
NEGAUNEE — The recent snow melt and rain has led to extremely high infiltration and inflow into the city of Negaunee's sanitary sewer lift station near Buffalo Road. In an emergency effort to save potential sewer backups in basements and not have the sewage spill onto heavily used public ...
Gas prices decrease
MARQUETTE — Average gasoline prices in Michigan have fallen 15.4 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $3.80/g today, according to GasBuddy's survey of 4,913 stations in Michigan. Prices in Michigan are 11.6 cents per gallon lower than a month ago and stand 67.7 cents per gallon higher ...
Aspirus Health opens expanded Houghton facility to meet regional healthcare needs
HOUGHTON — Aspirus Health has completed its expanded Houghton clinic, adding 15 patient rooms, new procedure space, and a drive-thru pharmacy to improve access to care in the Copper Country. The project also supports more consistent specialty services, including orthopedics, general surgery, ...


