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Child abuse case involving former teacher’s aide adjourned

ESCANABA – The child abuse case involving a former teacher's aide at the Delta Schoolcraft Intermediate School District (DSISD) Learning Center has been adjourned — for now. Robin Merle Popour, 54, of Gladstone, appeared in the Delta County 47th Circuit Court Monday, during which ...

Wilson man pleads guilty to narcotics charge involving fentanyl pills

ESCANABA — A Wilson man has pleaded guilty to a controlled substance charge after an October 2024 run-in with a confidential informant. Colton Troy Brunette, 25, appeared in the Delta County 47th Circuit Court Monday for his final pretrial conference, during which he pleaded guilty to one ...

Mo’s announces move, ballroom

ESCANABA — The electronic sign outside the restaurant that burned and closed over one year ago confirms what had for weeks been rumor shared at local bars and on social media — Mo’s Pub will be reopening in the former Ferdinand’s at the end of October. Mo’s Pub, which was located ...

One week only: UP North Roast’s special fair blend returns

ESCANABA — A coffee blend available for just one week each year is returning to the Upper Peninsula State Fair, giving fairgoers a chance to take home a taste they won’t find elsewhere. UP North Roast owners Jake and Julia Cass have created the two-bean U.P. State Fair Blend ...

Launching a fairly large affair

ESCANABA -- The Upper Peninsula State Fair officially kicked off on Monday. Throughout the week, the grounds shall be open to fairgoers between about 8:30 a.m. and 10:30 p.m. Tuesday's theme is "Chewsday," during which food vendors are encouraged to offer specials and samples; Wednesday is ...