EDITOR’S NOTE: Superiorland Yesterdays is prepared by the reference staff at the Peter White Public Library in Marquette. 30 years ago MARQUETTE — Her bright, shy smile can illuminate a room. She speaks of the dream she had of being in the Olympics with the awe a 5-year-old. She dedicated ...
EDITOR’S NOTE: Superiorland Yesterdays is prepared by the reference staff at the Peter White Public Library in Marquette. 30 years ago MUNISING — Paul G. Truckey of Munising was named “Outstanding Graduating Senior” by the Forest Roberts Theatre. The award is based on significant ...
EDITOR’S NOTE: Superiorland Yesterdays is prepared by the reference staff at the Peter White Public Library in Marquette. 30 years ago L’ANSE — In a year of national and state birthday bashes—the Constitution’s bicentennial and the sesquicentennial of Michigan’s statehood—add a ...
EDITOR’S NOTE: Superiorland Yesterdays is prepared by the reference staff at the Peter White Public Library in Marquette. 30 years ago CHATHAM — Little kids on pedal tractors will be tearing up the turf Saturday in the Alger County Fair’s version of “tractormania,” fair organizers ...
EDITOR’S NOTE: Superiorland Yesterdays is prepared by the reference staff at the Peter White Public Library in Marquette. 30 years ago MARQUETTE — More and more motorscooters are being seen around town, most being driven by teenagers who police say could be a hazard to themselves and ...
EDITOR’S NOTE: Superiorland Yesterdays is prepared by the reference staff at the Peter White Public Library in Marquette. 30 years ago SAWYER AIR FORCE BASE — People living near Sawyer Air Force Base may notice an unusual sound for about a month as the base closes for $1.1 million in ...
EDITOR’S NOTE: Superiorland Yesterdays is prepared by the reference staff at the Peter White Public Library in Marquette. 30 years ago MARQUETTE — Fog horns can be invaluable aids to navigation when the weather dictates, but are obnoxiously bothersome when skies are clear. That fact has ...
EDITOR’S NOTE: Superiorland Yesterdays is prepared by the reference staff at the Peter White Public Library in Marquette. 30 years ago MARQUETTE — For the first time, graduate students in the Upper Peninsula will be able to complete a doctor’s degree from Northern Michigan University as ...
EDITOR’S NOTE: Superiorland Yesterdays is prepared by the reference staff at the Peter White Public Library in Marquette. 30 years ago MARQUETTE — A number of reported tornado sightings highlighted a weekend of volatile weather in the central and eastern Upper Peninsula. No injuries were ...
EDITOR’S NOTE: Superiorland Yesterdays is prepared by the reference staff at the Peter White Public Library in Marquette. 30 years ago MUNISING — A tornado that touched down near Munising Thursday night tore a one-quarter-mile path through forest land three miles from Lake Superior, and ...
EDITOR’S NOTE: Superiorland Yesterdays is prepared by the reference staff at the Peter White Public Library in Marquette. 30 years ago MARQUETTE — The Marquette County Airport could become the home of two more hangars soon. The county board Tuesday approved and sent to the state ...
EDITOR’S NOTE: Superiorland Yesterdays is prepared by the reference staff at the Peter White Public Library in Marquette. 30 years ago SAWYER AIR FORCE BASE – If the weather cooperates, the F-16’s of the Air Force Thunderbirds were to prove the capabilities of this maneuverable fighter ...
EDITOR’S NOTE: Superiorland Yesterdays is prepared by the reference staff at the Peter White Public Library in Marquette. 30 years ago MARQUETTE — Anglers who enjoy walk-in brook trout fishing at Rocking Chair Lakes may be interested in attending a public hearing Thursday. The hearing is ...
EDITOR’S NOTE: Superiorland Yesterdays is prepared by the reference staff at the Peter White Public Library in Marquette. 30 years ago MARQUETTE — Nearly a dozen people were ticketed for possession of marijuana or alcohol during Friday’s Ratt concert, which officials said nevertheless ...
EDITOR’S NOTE: Superiorland Yesterdays is prepared by the reference staff at the Peter White Public Library in Marquette. 30 years ago MARQUETTE — A 23-year-old New Jersey man was lodged in the Marquette County Jail early today on a charge of felonius assault, said Marquette Police ...
EDITOR’S NOTE: Superiorland Yesterdays is prepared by the reference staff at the Peter White Public Library in Marquette. 30 years ago MARQUETTE — The Marquette Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee gave unanimous support Wednesday for completion of two more tree mosaics at Harlow Park. ...
EDITOR’S NOTE: Superiorland Yesterdays is prepared by the reference staff at the Peter White Public Library in Marquette. 30 years ago NEGAUNEE — The Negaunee Lions Club honored wives of present and deceased members with a recent dinner at the Mather Inn and presented pins for perfect ...
EDITOR’S NOTE: Superiorland Yesterdays is prepared by the reference staff at the Peter White Public Library in Marquette. 30 years ago MARQUETTE — Stephen Pearcy and his four Ratt-mates have been on tour for a long time now. So while they love being on the road and meeting their fans, ...
EDITOR’S NOTE: Superiorland Yesterdays is prepared by the reference staff at the Peter White Public Library in Marquette. 30 years ago MARQUETTE — A fixture of St. Paul’s Episcopal Church will fall prey to the wreckers ball this summer. The Guild Hall, located at 300 High St. adjacent ...
EDITOR’S NOTE: Superiorland Yesterdays is prepared by the reference staff at the Peter White Public Library in Marquette. 30 years ago MARQUETTE — Receiving President Academic Fitness awards during an awards ceremony at Whitman School were presidential academic scholars, Jack Campbell, ...