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The progression toward winter in the region

ESCANABA — Waiting on sunrise — Wearing warm flannels and wool — Watching weary water, Slowly give way to shimmering ice! Watching water turn into ice is something almost every Yooper has done. And yes, it is much more exciting than watching paint dry. It’s soothing! It’s ...

YMCA youth basketball to start Jan. 4

ESCANABA — Registration is now open for the 2026 Northern Lights YMCA youth basketball programs that starts Sunday, Jan. 4. Space is limited, so families are encouraged to sign up early. The YMCA offers programs for a variety of skill levels: — Little Dunkers (ages 4 through 6): An ...

Escanaba Eagles make donation to Safe Harbor

ESCANABA — The holiday giving spirit is in full swing at Escanaba Eagles Aerie 1088, which recently made a $500 contribution to Tri-County Safe Harbor. The donation will help support Tri-County Safe Harbor’s mission to serve survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking in ...

Candle lighting Sunday to honor lost children

ESCANABA — The local branch of The Compassionate Friends will join others around the globe Sunday in lighting candles to honor the memory of deceased children. Escanaba's part of the Worldwide Candle Lighting will be at 2 p.m. in the OSF St. Francis Hospital Chapel, 3401 Ludington ...

Review: Players de Noc shows worth adding to holiday list

I understand that this is a very busy time of year for all of us, but I have just one more thing to add to your holiday list. Go see Players de Noc’s family-friendly production(s) of “The Great Christmas Cookie Bake-Off!” and “The Best Christmas Pageant Ever," now being performed at the ...