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Editorial

Back to school safety

As summer draws to a close and children start heading back to school, family life can get pretty hectic. It’s important to remember – and share with your children – some key tips that will help keep them safe and healthy throughout the school year. Whether children walk, ride their ...

Road to Restoration clinics help Yoopers

Last week, nearly 100 residents of the Upper Peninsula attended one of three U.P. Road to Restoration clinics to learn the steps they can take to restore their driving privileges. The Michigan Department of State (MDOS) and community partners hosted clinics in Hancock, Kingsford, and Marquette, ...

Shooting sports are enjoyed by millions

People can go target shooting year-round, but the month of August is National Shooting Sports Month. When practiced correctly, target shooting is fun, safe and offers activities for everyone at any age and ability level. National Shooting Sports Foundation research shows 60 million ...

Health foundation grants will help residents

We like the direction the Superior Health Foundation went in in bestowing grants to local agencies and entities during its fall cycle. The SHF Board of Directors approved 13 grants totaling $271,549 aimed at improving health across the Upper Peninsula. These investments will support a ...

Campaign props to eliminate tip taxes should be researched

Former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris agree on one thing, at least: Both say they want to eliminate federal taxes on workers’ tips. But experts say there’s a reason Congress hasn’t made such a change already. It would be complicated, not to mention enormously ...

Our community is beautiful

This week’s bouquets go to: From Sherrie Johnson of Escanaba: I am determined to show a little kindness wherever I go. There seems to be so much negativity, anger and hatefulness in our world more than I’ve ever been aware of before. So...I decided to share a kind, positive thought ...