Time management made better
I want to tell you about the book "Four Thousand Weeks: Time Management for Mortals" by Oliver Burkeman. It has been a best-seller for a while and the most sold book under the ‘personal time management’ category on Amazon. And because I consider myself a mortal in need to better manage my ...
U.P. Reader celebrates 10th Anniversary with special edition
MARQUETTE — The annual literary anthology U.P. Reader marks a major milestone in 2026 with the release of its 10th anniversary edition, a commemorative volume celebrating the people, landscapes, traditions and enduring literary spirit of the Upper Peninsula — with special attention to the cultural crossroads of Mackinac Island. Published by Modern History Press and edited by Mikel B. Classen and Deborah K. Frontiera, U.P. Reader – Volume 10: Bringing Upper Michigan Literature to the World continues the anthology’s tradition of showcasing the voices of the Upper Peninsula through ...
Brittany Jean to appear locally
MARQUETTE — Singer/songwriter Brittany Jean will be making her third consecutive appearance at the Lake Superior Theatre in Marquette on Monday, July 13. Jean has taken her across the country, many times, opening for Three Dog Night’s sold out show at the City Winery in New York City; playing the Legendary Bluebird Cafe in Nashville; she was a finalist in the Kerrville Folk Festival in Texas; the Ol’ Front Porch Music Festival in Oriental, North Carolina; on the Virginia Dreams television show; performing at the Fishstock Concert Series in Door County, Wisconsin; opening for ...
Credit union supports students
MANISTIQUE – April marked another impactful Financial Literacy Month for Limestone Financial Credit Union as the team continued its commitment to delivering meaningful, engaging and age-appropriate financial education across Schoolcraft and Chippewa counties. Through classroom visits, interactive activities, and community partnerships, each initiative was designed to spark conversations and build essential money management skills. In April, Limestone FCU helped promote the Smart Money Mission: GooseChase Game, a statewide initiative sponsored by MCUF. By raising awareness of this ...
Baraga man named to state vets park commission
BARAGA — Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has announced appointments to various boards and commissions including the Michigan Veterans’ Memorial Park Commission. Named to that state panel was Floyd Crawford, of Baraga, a Vietnam War air veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps and an on-call elder nutritional program driver for the Keweenaw Bay Indian Community. Crawford will be reappointed as a member of the general public for a term commencing Dec. 19, 2026 and expiring Dec. 18, 2029. This appointment is not subject to the advice and consent of the State Senate.