“In the Spring, I have counted 136 different kinds of weather inside of 24 hours.” —  Mark Twain   This quote has been used before. Yet, this speaks more to spring in the Upper Peninsula than just about any other. Many places can see a quick change in their spring weather during the ...

Sixth graders at Father Marquette Catholic Academy in Marquette are shown during a recent reading of the classics. “Reading the classics helps students attain a higher vocabulary, an understanding of earlier ways of life, and leads to incredible discussions about plot development,” school ...

“It’s a great event to get outside and enjoy nature. I find it very exciting no matter how many times I see bald eagles.” — Karen Armstrong. Spring days are coming. Last Saturday provided a tiny hint of what is to come with a day-long spell of sunshine. The time of year has come when ...

A while back, a former colleague and I talked about a possible book that would be titled “It Seemed Like a Good Idea at the Time.” It was to be about situations than went awry. That book never materialized. However, I might want to work on a book called “Are You Sure You Want to Do ...

“In February there is everything to hope for and nothing to regret.” — Patience Strong The final days of February always bring the sense of hope to Upper Peninsula residents. While there is still at least a solid month of winter lingering, maybe more, the signs of spring are ...

MARQUETTE — Eden waits. If you want to know how, read a novel that will be the focus of an online event featuring winners of the U.P. Notable Book List. The Crystal Falls Community District Library, in partnership with the Upper Peninsula Publishers and Authors Association, has scheduled ...