Noted actor and Academy award winner Denzel Washington is credited with the following: “At the end of the day, it’s not about what you have or even what you’ve accomplished… it’s about who you’ve lifted up, who you’ve made better. It’s about what you’ve given back.” That ...

March has been designated Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month, and for good reason. According to experts, about 20,000 women will receive a new diagnosis of ovarian cancer this calendar year. Experts also report that about 13,000 women will die from ovarian cancer in 2024, making it one of the ...

The west end received some good economic news in recent days with the announcement that the city of Ishpeming has received a $300,000 state grant. The money, from Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity’s community center grants program, will be used to provide increased food- ...

Just when the number of scams seemed to be flattening somewhat, the FBI and IRS are out with warnings about illegal charity scams. And these scams are apparently using real events to hookwink unsuspecting victims. With the rise in international crises happening around the globe, many are ...

Northern Michigan University is seeking a few — or as many as it can get — good stories and reflections about the university from alumni, faculty, staff and area residents. It’s all a part of the myriad of activities associated with the celebration of the 125th anniversary year of ...

Spring has sprung, and with it, the sun is about to pull another disappearing act across North America, turning day into night during a total solar eclipse. The peak spectacle on April 8 will last up to 4 minutes, 28 seconds in the path of total darkness — twice as long as the total solar ...