Today in History: October 24, the United Nations officially launches By The Associated Press Today is Saturday, Oct. 24, the 297th day of 2026. There are 68 days left in the year. Today in history: On Oct. 24, 1945, the United Nations formally came into existence as the Charter of the ...
MARQUETTE — The Michigan Department of Natural Resources Thursday announced that warmer than usual temperatures and gusty winds are contributing to a higher than usual risk of wildfires. “If you’re at deer camp for archery season, camping, riding ORVs or working outdoors, be aware of ...
MENOMINEE — An elderly overdue hunter was successfully located and reunited with his family on Wednesday night, Menominee County Sheriff Darrin Kudwa reported. “Menominee County sheriff’s deputies were advised of the missing 80-year-old male at approximately 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. ...
60 years ago MARQUETTE — Electric power in most of Marquette was cut off in mid-afternoon yesterday when a large crane owned by the Don Britton Construction Co. of Marquette accidentally struck a high voltage line, city officials reported today. Power was cut off from about 3 to 3:18 p.m. in most of North Marquette, along Third and Fourth Sts. And in the downtown business area. Ron Lindeblad, office manager of Light and Power, said the circuit breaker at the city’s hydro-electric plant on Wright St. opened when the Britton crane struck the high voltage power line at the corner of ...
MARQUETTE — In conjunction with the celebration of America’s independence, the Marquette Regional History Center is focusing on the Native American treaties in our region. Hosting a 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 18 program at the center will be Jason Schlender, the executive administrator at ...
CHATHAM — Rock River Township Planning Commission members Tammy Shega and Olivia Kingery have submitted an official response to charges brought forth by Rock River Township Board Trustee and Planning Commission Liaison Victor Aho at an Oct. 9 special meeting of the township board. Aho ...
