Serving Gogebic, Iron and Ontonagon Counties
Serving Gogebic, Iron and Ontonagon Counties
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By CHARITY SMITH [email protected] IRONWOOD — Many Black Friday shoppers said they are sensitive to support local stores this holiday season after a tough financial year for small businesses. “Our goal is to always shop locally,” said Mark Schwanz, owner of the Yooper Girl brand and the former owner of Chelsea’s Corner. “I’m sure in these times it’s just critical to get out and spend dollars locally for the sake of the people that are trying to make a living.” Anna Suvanto, of Bessemer, said that because of the COVID-19 pandemic it seem... Full story
TOM LAVENTURE [email protected] MARENISCO - With Thanksgiving community events shut down from the pandemic this year a group of volunteer firefighters decided to pick up the torch and deliver meals to people from Marenisco to Ironwood on Thursday. Members of the Marenisco Township Volunteer Fire Department decided recently to step up and deliver meals to people who would otherwise be alone and not have the traditional holiday meal, along with other families who are trying to manage...
By P.J. GLISSON [email protected] The presence of COVID-19 on the Gogebic Range has made it impossible for family members to plan holiday visits with loved ones living in nursing homes, but current restrictions didn’t stop staff in those facilities from going out of their way to make Thanksgiving as festive as possible. Representatives of three local homes shared with the Globe a look at their holiday fun over the past few days. “We’re going to be shooting the turkey,” said Activity Director Jody Luoma of Westgate Nursing, Assiste...
HOLLY, Mich. - There must have been a celebration going on in heaven today as James Anthony Soraruf entered and was reunited with his parents, his sisters, his wife, Cecilia and his son; but sadness here on earth with his children and many friends. He lived a very vibrant life, took risks, was tireless and loved by many. Everything was "copacetic" no matter what the situation. James was born on Saturday evening, May 17, 1924, to a young Mary Repischak Soraruf and James Soraruf. They were both... Full story
BRUCE CROSSING, Mich. – B. John Wolfe, 70, of Bruce Crossing, died Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2020. John was born on May 15, 1950, in Ironwood, a son of Jim and Ingrid (Korsman) Wolfe. He attended Ewen-Trout Creek School and graduated in 1968. After graduation, John moved to Milwaukee and was employed at Briggs & Stratton/Strattec Security Corporation for more than 30 years. On Dec. 13, 1969, John married the love of his life, Val Nara. He was one of the very best! They made their home in the Milwaukee area until retirement and then moved back to the U... Full story
Email calendar items and community news to [email protected]. For more information, call 906-932-2211. Saturday, Nov. 28 Weight Watcher’s meeting, 7 a.m., Westly United Methodist Church, Ironwood Community Pickleball, 9-noon, Patterson Tennis Court, weather permitting. Union Station Food Pantry and Northern Food Bank, 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., 252 E. Ayer St., Ironwood. Alcoholics Anonymous, 11 a.m., Salem Lutheran Church, Ironwood. area74.org. Community Pickleball Paddlers, 2-5 p.m., Mercer School gymnasium. 715-776-4588. Community Night M... Full story
