MARQUETTE — In the early 20th century, poliomyelitis, or polio, struck fear in parents around the world. The viral infection affects the central nervous system, and the victims of the disease are primarily children. While many cases result in a mild illness, a small number of serious cases ...
MARQUETTE — The Marquette County Board of Commissioners held a special meeting Monday morning, addressing the three chosen candidates for county administrator, illegal pay raises and retroactive pay. With Marquette County being without an administrator since March, the board has dedicated ...
30 years ago SAWYER AIR FORCE BASE — According to the Environmental Protection Agency, it will take $50 million dollars to clean up the widespread environmental contamination present at K.I. Sawyer, a project that would last until 2025. Despite the high prices and decades of work, these are ...
NEWBERRY — The Michigan Department of Transportation is investing about $1.7 million to resurface about 7 miles of M-28 from east of M-123 to Borgstrom Road (Luce County Road 393) in Luce County. Work includes surface sealing, crack filling, corrugations, fog seal, aggregate shoulders and ...
QUESTION: Which famous fast-food icon came to Marquette in November 1969 for the opening of a franchise here? ANSWER: Col. Harlan Sanders came for the opening of the Kentucky Fried Chicken on West Washington Street.