To the Journal editor: As we begin a new year, I want to reflect on the historic accomplishments of the Michigan Legislature in 2023. The past year stands out as one of the most productive periods in our state’s history, marked by the passage of significant bills that will directly improve ...

To the Journal editor: State Rep. Jenn Hill has an extensive background in northern Michigan’s energy needs with a solid understanding of costs and implementation. Hers is one of the newest legislators’ voices adding to the effort that has been building in Michigan for decades but has ...

To the Journal editor: The Negaunee St. Vincent de Paul food bank would like to thank the many organizations and individuals for their generous donations used in the preparation and distribution of Christmas dinner baskets and gifts for children in the Negaunee and Palmer area this year. We ...

To the Journal editor: Once again, the people’s pope has spoken. “Along with many Catholic priests, I will now be delighted to bless my friends in same-sex marriages,” he said via email. My feeling is that tt is a baby step but a step in the correct direction. Jesus was accepting of ...

To the Journal editor: While snoozing under an oak tree, Chicken Little is hit on the head by an acorn. Being slower than your average chicken, he hysterically runs around telling other animals that the sky is falling. Well, contrary to the ever present “Stolen Election” hysterics, the ...

To the Journal editor: To a remarkably generous community, the staff and members of Michigan Veteran Homes D.J. Jacobetti wish to express our profound gratitude to our community members of Upper Peninsula who made this holiday season so special for the veterans of the Jacobetti. The ...