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NPL to hold book signing

MARQUETTE — The Negaunee Public Library will hold a book-signing session for several regional authors from 4-6 p.m. Wednesday, July 8, as part of Pioneer Days. Authors include Negaunee native Adam Dompierre (mystery), Larry Buege (nonfiction and children’s books), Kyann and Shire Clarke (children’s nonfiction), Richard P. Smith (hunting guides) and Charlie Weisman (humor). These authors will have their books for sale at this event. For more information, visit the library's Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/NegauneePublicLibrary/ or call (906) 475-7700 ext. 18.

Hosting a Fourth of July barbecue? Expect to spend more

It’s not your imagination. Hosting a Fourth of July barbecue is more expensive this year, with costs for a party of 10 climbing past $71 in the Midwest, according to the American Farm Bureau Federation. The $71.45 cost is up from $69.87 the previous year. Costs are slightly less in ...

Americans step out for their nation's 250th in a proud moment sown with division and doubt

WASHINGTON — One of the stars of the American firmament once advised citizens of all stripes how to express their love of country. Mark Twain's long-ago words capture how Americans are stepping out this week to wish their nation a happy milestone birthday. "Our patriotism is medieval, ...

Competitive eaters will slurp down hot dogs Saturday

Nathan's Famous Fourth of July hot dog-eating contest is Saturday. The yearly bun fight, which dates back to 1972, sees large crowds of fans in foam hot-dog hats gather in front of the original Nathan's Famous restaurant in Coney Island, Brooklyn, to cheer on the competitors as they chow down. ...

Today in History: July 2, Civil Rights Act signed into law

Today is Thursday, July 2, the 183rd day of 2026. There are 182 days left in the year. Today's Highlight in History: On July 2, 1964, President Lyndon B. Johnson signed into law a sweeping civil rights bill passed by Congress prohibiting discrimination and segregation based on race, color, ...

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