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Fatal accident: Crash case bound over

June 18, 2013 ESCANABA — A Gwinn truck driver, accused of being responsible for the deaths of an Escanaba couple this spring, was bound over from Delta County District Court to circuit court Monday. more »»

 
 
 
Scientists: Timber in Lake Michigan shipwreck centuries old

June 18, 2013 FAIRPORT (AP) — A wooden beam embedded at the bottom of northern Lake Michigan appears to have been there for centuries, underwater archaeologists announced today, a crucial finding as crews dig... more »»

Crews search for Griffin; Fairport abuzz

June 18, 2013 FAIRPORT (AP) — Commercial fisherman Larry Barbeau’s comings and goings usually don’t create much of a stir in Fairport, but in the past few days, his phone jangles the minute he arrives home. more »»

Escanaba amendments leave $233,661 balance

June 18, 2013 ESCANABA — The Escanaba School Board unanimously approved two budget amendments — routine action for the end of the 2012-13 fiscal year — during Monday’s school board meeting. more »»

Manistique schools: District acts to secure funding

June 18, 2013 MANISTIQUE — The Manistique Board of Education took action to secure funding for the coming year and discussed new ways of promoting education and healthy habits in students during its meeting Monda... more »»

Brady Nelson, Escanaba City Council member dies

June 17, 2013 ESCANABA — Brady Nelson, an Escanaba City Council member and substitute teacher at Hannahville Schools, died over the weekend from lung cancer. more »»

Federal agents search land linked to Hoffa case

June 17, 2013 OAKLAND TOWNSHIP, Mich. more »»

Heading off road: Truck problems derail Beauchamp’s lead at races

June 17, 2013 BARK RIVER — Escanaba native Dan Beauchamp was once again looking like he was going to make the hometown crowd proud. more »»

Forestry bills offer money savings

June 17, 2013 ESCANABA — Non-industrial private landowners may now be eligible for a tax incentive under a new state Qualified Forest Property (QFP) program passed by the Michigan Legislature in early June. more »»

Milk money: Farm bill may hinge on dairy vote

June 17, 2013 WASHINGTON (AP) — Approval of a massive farm bill — and the cost of a gallon of milk — could hinge on a proposed new dairy program the House is expected to vote on this week. more »»

UPSET report: Drug problems on the rise in U.P.

June 15, 2013 ESCANABA — Illegal drug problems are on the rise in the Upper Peninsula due in large part to increased availability of medications, easier ways to make narcotics, and more people being issued medica... more »»

Grain 'N' Grape Robbery: Clerk pleads guilty

June 15, 2013 ESCANABA — The store clerk who lied to police about an alleged robbery at the Grain ‘N’ Grape last summer will be sentenced in Delta County Circuit Court next month. more »»

Flipping Out

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Missoula Theatre returns

June 14, 2013 ESCANABA — In just a couple days, the little red truck of the Missoula Children’s Theatre group will make its return to Escanaba. more »»

State Budget: Where does the money go?

June 14, 2013 LANSING (AP) — The nearly $49 billion state budget signed Thursday by Gov. Rick Snyder takes effect in Oct. . more »»

U.P. economic development: Legislation on fast track

June 13, 2013 ESCANABA — Promoters seeking to create an economic development district in the Upper Peninsula are pleased with the support they’re receiving from lawmakers who are moving the legislative process... more »»

Snyder signs $49B budget

June 13, 2013 LANSING, Mich. (AP) — Gov. Rick Snyder signed a nearly $49 billion state budget on Thursday that sets aside more money for fixing deteriorating roads and providing preschool to low-income children. more »»

If plant sale fails, vote?

June 13, 2013 ESCANABA — While the sale of Escanaba’s power plant slowly progresses, the city continues to make plans in the event the deal doesn’t go through. more »»

Sweet treats: Library hosts Ice Cream Social

June 13, 2013 The Friends of the Escanaba Public Library held their annual Ice Cream Social at the library Wednesday evening as a kick-off to summer. more »»

 
 

 

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