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Today in History: May 9, FDA approves first birth control pill

By The Associated Press Today is Friday, May 9, the 129th day of 2025. There are 236 days left in the year. Today in history: On May 9, 1960, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration conditionally approved Enovid for use as the first oral contraceptive pill. Also on this date: In 1754, ...

Greenhouses experts offer pro tips for gardeners

ESCANABA — As the grass turns green and grows, individuals are out in their gardens, and local greenhouses are opening their doors for the season. Gardners and experts from Seven Acre Garden & Gifts in Escanaba, Chenier’s Greenhouse in Gladstone and Tony’s Green Thumb in Bark River ...

Bring Back Calumet

CALUMET – The Ruppe building, on Fifth Street, has been selected for revitalization, as part of the Bring Back Calumet Initiative, according to the Keweenaw Community Foundation. Initial stabilization of the building was recently completed. The Ruppe Block is significant for a number of ...

Voice of Democracy

CALUMET — The CLK VFW 3900 Auxiliary held its awards banquet at the Calumet Post Friday to honor students from Calumet Middle and High Schools. The students participated in the VFW’s 2024-25 writing and art programs. The students’ rewards reflected their ranking within their school ...

Registration deadline Friday for Northpointe’s Color Walk May 17

KINGSFORD — Northpointe Behavioral Healthcare System will host its third-annual Community Strong Color Walk on Saturday, May 17. The event kicks off with opening ceremonies at 10 a.m. on the corner of Pyle Drive and Hooper Street in Kingsford, immediately followed by the walk. “The ...