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E-commerce conglomerate opens “last-mile” facility in Esky

ESCANABA — The new last-mile shipping terminal for Amazon that recently opened in Escanaba is the first of its kind in the Upper Peninsula. After being under construction for a little over a year, the new building at 2602 6th Ave. N. — off of North 30th Street near Meijer in Escanaba ...

Hunters urged to watch for signs of missing man

STEPHENSON — As hunting season draws people into the woods, the family of Brett Parrett is asking hunters to keep watch for any clues that could help bring the missing 34-year-old Stephenson man home. Hunters in Stephenson and surrounding areas are encouraged to be on the lookout for anything unusual, including a backpack, clothing or other personal belongings. Anyone who comes across something suspicious or out of the ordinary should avoid disturbing the item or surrounding area and report the discovery to law enforcement immediately. Jaimie Parrett, who is married to Brett’s ...

Two killed when car is struck during pursuit

MARINETTE COUNTY, Wis. – Two people were killed Thursday evening after being hit by a vehicle fleeing law enforcement in the Town of Peshtigo. At approximately 6:38 p.m., a deputy with the Marinette County Sheriff’s Office attempted to initiate a traffic stop of a vehicle with two individuals near the intersection of Pine Street and Maple Street. According to the Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI), the vehicle failed to stop, prompting the deputy to initiate a pursuit. The pursuit ended three minutes later when the vehicle being ...

A Lions Club facelift

RAPID RIVER — In the midst of a makeover is the Rapid River Lions Club's building at 10465 S. Main St. Today, Saturday, a fundraising cookout is underway between 2 and 5 p.m. Located next to the Post Office and across from the Swallow Inn, the venue is used during community events like ...

Early in-person voting begins statewide today

ESCANABA — Starting today, Michigan voters can cast their ballot for the Nov. 3 General Election in person at their early voting site. The statewide early voting period will run through Sunday, Nov. 1. Early in person voting in Delta County will be at the Wells Township Hall, 6436 N. 8th Street, Wells — between 8 a.m. aand 4 p.m. — for all Delta County registered voters. “Starting this weekend, all registered Michigan voters can cast a ballot in person at their early voting sites,” said Deputy Secretary of State Aghogho Edevbie “Early voting is a convenient option that ...

Escanaba ArtWalk connects local artists, businesses

ESCANABA — Downtown Escanaba will transform into a collection of pop-up art galleries today as the second annual Escanaba ArtWalk brings local artists, businesses and community members together. The event runs from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. along Ludington Street, with artists displaying their work ...