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Hiawatha and Ottawa national forests prepare for prescribed fires

GLADSTONE — The Upper Peninsula Fire and Aviation Management Unit is planning prescribed fire operations this year, pending all required approvals. Unit officials estimate this work to continue this spring through the fall as weather conditions allow. Units that do not experience conducive ...

Evolution of womens’ bathing suits to be considered

MARQUETTE — What’s the connection between bathing suits and women’s right to vote? Join organizers at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 22, as Carrie Moon-Dupree, director of development for the League of Women Voters of Michigan, showcases her collection of vintage to modern swimwear, tracing ...

Adult book club session planned

NEGAUNEE — The Negaunee Public Library is holding an adult book club interest meeting at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 7. Everyone is welcome to attend and share ideas, suggests times and dates to meet and what to read. This program is free and all are welcome to attend. For more information, ...

MDOT recognized with
 2026 Handshake Early Talent Award

MARQUETTE — The Michigan Department of Transportation has been named a recipient of the 2026 Handshake Early Talent Award, a national recognition honoring employers that demonstrate excellence in engaging and hiring early career talent. The award highlights organizations that lead with ...

Ottawa National Forest seeks input on outfitter, guide services

IRONWOOD — The Ottawa National Forest is seeking information from individuals or organizations that wish to pursue outfitting and guiding opportunities in the Ottawa National Forest.

 Outfitters and guides offer opportunities such as equipment rentals or recreation experiences led by an ...

Relationship seminar on tap at church

MARQUETTE — The Marquette Seventh-day Adventist Church’s Dinner with the Doctor presents the Relationship CPR Seminar with Ron Price, MA., at 6 p.m. Friday, March 20 and at 2 p.m. Sunday, March 22. This free event includes a vegetarian dinner on Sunday only. Price is the author of three ...