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U.P. drone project builds case for UAS growth

SAULT STE. MARIE — The Chippewa County Drone Project has completed a live demonstration phase showing how digital airspace infrastructure can support advanced drone operations in complex flight environments. This demo completion included securing the regulatory approvals required to conduct unmanned aircraft systems operations in one of Michigan’s most complex flight environments. Led by ANRA Technologies, the Chippewa County Economic Development Corporation, and partners across aviation, utilities, research, and technology, the project tested Beyond Visual Line of Sight operations, ...

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 ...

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, ...

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 ...

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MSP to hold free defensive driving classes for teens

MARQUETTE — The Michigan State Police will offer its Teen Defensive Driving program at two Upper Peninsula locations in August, giving young drivers the opportunity to build safe driving skills through hands-on instruction with MSP troopers. The free sessions will be held Aug. 15 at the ...