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For times that try our souls: resistance

"Fight for our rights, fight for your rights," is probably the most overused phrase in American politics. In this desperate moment when American democracy — and world peace — is in peril in one man's cruel chokehold, it's time to retire that jersey. "Resist for our rights" is the right ...

Welcome back, Christopher Columbus

Sometimes Humpty Dumpty can be put back together again. Back in 2020, during the spasm of violence in the wake of the killing of George Floyd, vandals in Baltimore, Maryland, tore down a statue of Christopher Columbus. They shattered the figure of the iconic explorer and tossed the pieces ...

State promotes financial aid available for higher ed

Michigan officials are touting a significant rise in the number of students who received state financial aid for higher education in 2024-2025, while encouraging more to seek such assistance. The state awarded more than $558.9 million in state financial aid to more than 153,000 Michigan students during the 2024-2025 academic year, as detailed in the Michigan Department of Lifelong Education, Advancement, and Potential’s annual State Scholarships and Grants Report. The milestone reflects a 30.4% increase in students served and an additional $183.5 million in aid awarded compared with ...

Does social media really addict us?

Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp are running content very harmful to children. So said a jury in New Mexico that just slapped their owner, Meta, with a $375 million fine. The state accused the company of spreading pornographic images and helping adults contact vulnerable children. Meta ...

Hero in uniform walks the walk

The March snow blizzards of 2026 have ripped the veil off of those who talk the talk but don’t walk the walk. I’ve just recently been blessed to witness first-hand those who talk the talk and walk it as well. I’m referring to the brave, compassionate and empathetic law-abiding local employees of the Delta County Sheriff’s Office. I’m a single 58-year-old disabled female military veteran. I’m of medium stature with petite bone structure and of average weight. I’m not a big person by no means. This is important to know in order to understand the whole wonder of what I’m ...

Rotary Club thanked

To the Journal editor: A big thanks to the Rotary Club for their support of the Big Brothers Big Sisters Christmas party and outing which was held at the UP North Lodge event center in January. The highlight of the afternoon was a sleigh ride through the woods and, of course, the delicious taco bar! Also, a big thanks to the Negaunee Elks Club for sponsoring a movie and lunch outing for our local Big Brothers Big Sisters group in March. Both the adults (bigs) and the kids (littles) enjoyed the movie "The Lorax," snacks and lunch afterwards at the Texas Roadhouse. Thank you also to the ...