Escanaba to save money on coal

ESCANABA — Escanaba expects to save somewhere around $100,000 by agreeing to purchase more coal now than was previously budgeted, but at last year’s cheaper price.

The city’s 2008 contract with its coal supplier, C. Reiss Coal Co.

Sewage system revamp

ESCANABA — Escanaba’s sewage lift stations will be brought up to date with a computer system which will electronically monitor operations. City council approved funding for the project Monday.

Police search for suspect

Off to the races

Casperson plans to pursue energy conservation work

ESCANABA — Former State Rep. Tom Casperson, Escanaba, plans to pursue energy conservation work and possibly even return to work in the family timber industry. Casperson could not seek re-election because of term limits.

College offers assistance to veterans returning to school

By Laura Mead

lmead@dailypress.net



ESCANABA — For many members of the military returning home, attending college may be the next step.