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History quiz

Superior History

The Daughters of the American Revolution formed the Marquette Chapter of the American Red Cross in what year? A. 1876
 B. 1917
 C. 1926
 D. 1940
 Answer: B, 1917

Bootlegger Leander Winkka

Superior History

Leander Winkka was born in 1880 in Vaasa, Finland, part of a large family of at least 13 children. When he was 16, he immigrated to America with two of his brothers to find work, or perhaps a fortune. In 1905 Leander married Anna Tuuri in Marquette and soon after became a U.S. citizen. The ...

A perfect score

Local

HOUGHTON — The city of Houghton has been awarded a Certificate of Achievement by the State of Michigan Tax Commission for earning a perfect score on the 2025 PA 660 Assessment Audit Review. According to a press release from the city, this recognition highlights Houghton’s commitment to ...