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30 years ago MARQUETTE – Two Amendments attached to “renaissance zone” legislation signed into law Wednesday may increase the chances for tax-relief zone in the Upper Peninsula. The legislation signed by Gov. John Engler calls for a maximum of six urban and four rural zones for up to 15 years. The zones eliminate most state and local taxes, except the state sales tax and local bonds. 90 YEARS AGO MARQUETTE – Marquette county crops, as a whole, although not a total loss, will bring the smallest return in many years as a result of the prolonged drought and accompanying intense ...

Parrett family shares new details in search for missing Stephenson man

STEPHENSON — The family of Brett Parrett, a 34-year-old Stephenson resident who has been missing since April, continues to seek answers while updating the community on the ongoing investigation and search efforts. Jaimie Parrett, who is married to Brett's brother, Brent, said there has been ...

United Way announces 2026-27 Campaign co-chairs

MARQUETTE — United Way of Marquette County proudly introduces this year’s campaign co-chairs: Rebecca Bartelme and Paige DuBoise. Bartelme is the morning anchor of My UP Mornings on WBUP/WJMN-TV. DuBois is the co-owner of Queen City Running Company. The pair will head up UWMC’s ...

Today in History: July 17, Disneyland's opening day

Today in History: July 17, Disneyland's opening day By The Associated Press Today in History Today is Friday, July 17, the 198th day of 2026. There are 167 days left in the year. Today in History: On July 17, 1955, Disneyland opened in Anaheim, California, after its $17 million, yearlong ...

Citizens object to surveillance cameras in Dickinson County

IRON MOUNTAIN — Dickinson County officials will take a closer look at law enforcement cameras installed on local roadways after pushback from the public. Dickinson County Sheriff Aaron Rochon said the leaders of a local drug enforcement agency that paid for the system will soon review policies and safeguards and "discuss everything that's being talked about." Rochon's comments came after several citizens addressed the county board Monday to protest automated license plate readers -- or Flock surveillance cameras. The technology has been a subject of controversy in many ...

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