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Articles from the November 7, 2014 edition


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  • Ironwood Township looks to coming road repairs

    Cortney Ofstad|Nov 7, 2014

    IRONWOOD TOWNSHIP - After a millage renewal request was approved by Ironwood Township residents Tuesday, town officials are preparing to start road construction projects. In 2010, the Ironwood Township Board of Trustees approved a five-year road plan, listing roads needing updates. Since that time, Hannu and Nylund roads were worked on, but funding was limited, leaving other projects left undone. To help alleviate budget constraints, the board put a millage request on the ballot for Tuesday's el...

  • Locks of Love

    Nov 7, 2014

  • William (Bill) R. Carlson

    Nov 7, 2014

    William R. Carlson, 69, died peacefully at his home on Oct. 22, 2014. Bill was born in Ironwood, Mich., on May 30, 1945, to Clarence and Ann Carlson. After graduating from Washington Park High School in 1963, Bill attended the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse and graduated in 1969 with a Bachelor of Science degree in parks and recreation administration. He then earned his master's degree in recreation administration at Indiana University-Bloomington. Bill began his career at the Evanston...

  • James A. Olson

    Nov 7, 2014

    WAKEFIELD, Mich. - Jim "Eaglebeak" Olson, 75, passed away Tuesday evening, Nov. 4, 2014, at his home in Wakefield. Jim was born on Jan. 6, 1939, in Bergland, a son of Edward Walker and Dorie Loretta (Negro) Olson. He attended Wakefield High School and graduated in 1957. Eagle was recognized for his athletic talents in all sports, particularly exceling in football and track. Following graduation, Jim and other very close friends made their way to Camp Pendleton, Calif., to join the U.S. Marine...

  • Barbara A. Wolfe

    Nov 7, 2014

    IRONWOOD, Mich. — Barbara A. Wolfe, 62, of Bergland, passed away Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2014, at Aspirus Grand View Hospital in Ironwood. She was born on June 10, 1952, to Edwin and Margaret Schabow. Both precede her in death. On Sept. 2, 1972, Barb married Louis A. Wolfe Jr. Together they raised two sons in Bergland. Barb worked for the Lake Gogebic Senior Center in Bergland for 26 years. She was a loving and wonderful caregiver to her many clients. She also loved to do crafts and make gifts for her friends and family. Barb is survived by her s...

  • Marjorie Jane Koleski

    Nov 7, 2014

    TRAVERSE CITY — Marjorie Jane Koleski, 93, of Traverse City, entered eternal life on Oct. 19, 2014. She passed away in the comfort of her home at Boardman Lake Glens Inverness under the loving care of her children, the Inverness staff, and Hospice of Michigan. Marjorie was born Feb. 22, 1921, in Crystal Falls, to Wesley and Angelina Twa. She was the eldest of three children. Upon graduating from Watersmeet Township High School in 1939, she attended Michigan State University, graduating in 1943 with a bachelor of science in clothing and t...

  • Trojans take district title with win over Speedgirls

    Pat Krause|Nov 7, 2014

    BESSEMER - The Crystal Falls Forest Park volleyball team captured the MHSAA Class D District 127 title, downing Bessemer 25-9, 25-11 and 25-11 at the House of Noise on Thursday night. The Lady Trojans have won the district championship every year since 2001. "We feel good and the girls played well in all three games," coach Kim Bjork said. "I liked our attitude and we played hard and aggressively. We're getting better. We started the season playing on all cylinders and went into a little slump....