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Editorial

Star’s death can spur discussion of mental illness

One of the most beautiful voices in music was silenced when Naomi Judd passed away Saturday. Her equally famous daughters, Wynonna, Naomi’s singing partner in The Judds, and Ashley Judd, actress, said in a statement to The Associated Press that Naomi died at the age of 76 due to “the ...

Inflation threatens Democratic Party chances in ‘22 elections

Although anyone paying the least bit of attention already knew, the Associated Press late last week confirmed that comsumer prices have jumped considerably. In fact, according to AP, citing a key indicator followed by the U.S. Federal Reserve, prices are up 6.6% in March compared with a year ...

Diverse group should have input on opioid settlement, spending

More good news and movement forward with regards to Michigan’s $800 million portion of the $26 billion national opioid settlement, as bipartisan bills passed the state Senate on April 21 creating a structure to distribute the funds. From this settlement, Marquette County will receive ...

New women’s center in Escanaba correct facility at right time

Catholics and Lutherans, who have found a few things to disagree about over the centuries, found something much more recently to agree on — and in Delta County, to boot. Members of the denominations joined forces to open the new Women’s Recovery Home in Escanaba. The home is for women, ...

Public urged to participate in hospital reuse forums

It’s become a hot button issue among residents of Marquette County and now those same residents will get to weigh in on the matter. The Northern Michigan University Foundation has announced it will host two community forums regarding efforts to facilitate redevelopment of the former ...

Mental health assessment should be transparent, ongoing

Mental illness, in many ways, can be more difficult to diagnose and treat than physical illness. You can’t just put a thermometer in someone’s mouth or give them a blood test for an instant diagnosis. Often, a combination of therapy and medications is needed for the patient to improve, and ...