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Did Benjamin Franklin really badger Britain into ceding Isle Royale to the US?
Superior History
MARQUETTE — According to legend, Benjamin Franklin successfully pushed to include Isle Royale within the United States boundaries during the negotiations for the 1783 Treaty of Paris. He was reportedly aware of the potential copper resources on the island and wanted to secure it for the ...
RN union schedules labor activities
Local
ESCANABA — Michigan Nurses Association RNs across Michigan will advocate for fair contracts and better work conditions Wednesday through April 15 by taking part in collective actions at seven locations across the state, including two in the Upper Peninsula. The events include rallies, ...
History quiz
Superior History
QUESTION: Name the “Three Sons of Ishpeming”? a. Mitchell, Braastad and Miner b. Maas, Mack and Wells c. Johnson, Seaborg and Voelker d. Andrus, Barnett and Felch ANSWER: C, Johnson, Seaborg and Voelker
Meth lab bust in Houghton County
Front Page News
HOUGHTON — On Monday, detectives from the Upper Peninsula Substance Enforcement Team arrested a 35-year-old Houghton County man for charges relating to conspiracy to manufacture methamphetamine, illegal possession of ephedrine/pseudoephedrine and maintaining a drug house/vehicle. Through ...
Laura Maze and Kara Stahl art reception set
Local
MARQUETTE — From 5-8 p.m. Friday, May 22, there will be a reception for local artists Laura Maze and Kara Stahl at Wintergreen Hill Gallery and Gifts. Maze’s works consist of repurposed and found objects with elements of hand painting. Stahl uses mark making with acrylic paint and some ...