New dock could expand Escanaba waterfront access
ESCANABA — A proposed new dock at the Escanaba Harbor could expand public access to the waterfront, offering residents more opportunities for outdoor recreation. The Escanaba City Council permitted Enhance Escanaba to pursue grant funding for a 100-foot aluminum, L-shaped dock during its ...
Gifts available, gathering to come
ESCANABA — A new business that opened on Ludington Street amidst this year's major construction has already earned a positive reputation and is still developing. Water Lily Gifts and Gather, operating at 1113 Ludington St. under the ownership of Brandy Torvinen of Gladstone, sells ...
Report: Prized winter birds could be fewer in number
The annual Winter Finch Forecast sounds like most of the region will see fewer of the favorite species in yard trees or feeders this coming season. The Ontario, Canada-based Finch Research Network each fall releases its report on potential winter bird movement based on what food conditions ...
Lawmakers consider tax credit for family caregivers
LANSING – Michigan lawmakers have proposed an income tax credit for family caregivers facing financial burdens from tending to loved ones. AARP Michigan has been pushing the proposal that would give eligible caregivers a tax credit of up to 30% of their qualified expenses for family care services. The organization “is supporting legislation which would provide a maximum $2,000 non-refundable tax credit to family caregivers with out-of-pocket costs while caring for a loved one,” said Jason Lachowski, the associate state director of government affairs for AARP Michigan. The ...
Expos continue at fairground
ESCANABA -- Two events that began Friday are again open to guests at the Upper Peninsula State Fairgrounds between 9 a.m. and 9 p.m. Saturday. One, the Ice Fishing and Hunting Expo, occupies the Ruth Butler Building and serves to provide people who love the outdoors with equipment and ...