Serving Gogebic, Iron and Ontonagon Counties
Serving Gogebic, Iron and Ontonagon Counties
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KING, Wis. - Albert "Bert" Joseph Morzenti, 81, of Hurley, passed away on Tuesday, April 22, 2014, at the King Veteran Home in King. He was born March 25, 1933, to Albert and Pauline (Cornetto) Morzenti in Montreal. He attended Montreal Grade School and Hurley High School. He was a veteran of the Korean War, serving in the United States Army. He was employed at the Montreal Mine, Milwaukee Park System, Shultz Trailer Factory and various construction jobs. On March 9, 1957, Bert married Carol... Full story
IRONWOOD, Mich. — Dolores A. “Tudy” Carlson, age 61, of Ironwood, died Sunday, April 13, 2014, at home. She was born Feb. 26, 1953, in Ironwood, daughter of the late Ralph and Doris (Gorski) Bodoh. Tudy was a graduate of the Luther L. Wright High School, class of 1971. On June 18, 1971, she was united in marriage with Robert Carlson. She had been employed at the Kentucky Fried Chicken in Ironwood until its closing, and then at the Bell Chalet in Hurley, Wis. Tudy loved shopping, cooking, reading and television. Her car was an important part of... Full story
HURLEY - "It has been growing every year," former Iron County, Wis., Veterans Services Officer Bob Morzenti said of Saturday's 24th annual steak feed at the Memorial Building in Hurley. Iron County Chapter 529 of the Vietnam Veterans of America expected to serve about 450 people before the event concluded on a sunny, but cold Saturday, compared to around 430 last year. It's an annual fund-raiser that was initiated by Morzenti, who is one of about two-dozen volunteers who make the dinner a... Full story
HURLEY - The Iron County Aging Unit board of directors on Wedneday confirmed two new members and elected individuals to positions, but confusion over election processes resulted in an "at-large" member seat remaining vacant. There were two nominations for the position of vice chair, but both nominees declined the seat. Jeanne Thomas was re-elected secretary-treasurer, and Dorothy Wahner, of Mercer, was elected new committee chair. "I really hope to get everybody working together better," Wahner... Full story
HURLEY, Wis. - Clifford "Cliff" Decker, 68, of Seventh Avenue North, Hurley, died unexpectedly Monday, April 21, 2014, in Hurley. He was born Aug. 10, 1945, in St. Paul, Minn., son of the late Walter and Elsie (Phillips) Decker. Cliff attended Ironwood, Mich., schools and graduated from Luther L. Wright High School with the class of 1963. He attended Gogebic Community College and the University of Wisconsin-Superior, where he received a bachelor's degree in education. Cliff was employed as a... Full story
HURLEY -The Hurley School Board's strict policy requiring proof of insurance with bids came to light again Monday. As the board considered bids for refinishing the gymnasium floor, three of four bids were rejected because they didn't include any proof of insurance. The board accepted a $17,150 bid from Pro Star Services, of Mequon, provided its insurance is current. There was a lower bid from an Ironwood company, at $16,050, but it didn't include insurance proof. "We set bid specifications for a... Full story
HURLEY - The Hurley School District was officially recognized Tuesday as a national Green Ribbon award winner for environmental stewardship. It was the welcome news administrators and teachers had been looking forward to since the district was earlier named a Wisconsin Green Ribbon award winner by the U.S. Department of Education. Mike Boots, acting chair of the White House Council on Environmental Quality, and U.S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan announced Green Ribbon award winners in... Full story
WAKEFIELD, Mich. — James John Gregory, 87, of Ironwood, passed away on Easter Sunday, April 20, 2014, at Gogebic Medical Care Facility in Wakefield, with his daughter at his side. He was born on March 15, 1927, in Ironwood, son of the late Tony and Frances (Severin) Gregory. In 1951, he was united in marriage with Ruth E. Sorvari. She preceded him in death on March 13, 2008. James was a veteran of World War II, serving in the United Sates Navy. He had been employed as a machinist at the Montreal Mine and White Pine Copper, and did machinist w... Full story
HURLEY - More than 50 years ago, a B-47 Stratojet disappeared from radar on a low-level training mission about 10 miles south of Hurley. Three months later, another aircraft disappeared near the same area, a densely wooded place about 3 miles east of U.S. 51. The airplanes were part of the Air Force's 40th Bombardment Wing from Forbes Air Force Base in Topeka, Kan. The missions were run because of the location's similarity in terrain to areas of Europe that were anticipated bombing locations... Full story
HURLEY — Hurley residents who have been letting their water run to avoid freezing water lines are now being asked to stop, according a press release from the Hurley Department of Public Works. According to the release, customers who were required to have their water running are required to take a final meter reading at the time the water is shut off. Customers can call the city clerk’s office to receive a proper credit on their water bill. Customers who don’t call or let their water run after April 25 will no longer be eligible of a credi... Full story
HURLEY - The Iron County Board of Supervisors held its annual re-organizational meeting Tuesday in Hurley. The board welcomed three newly elected supervisors, Brad Matson, of Sherman; Karl Krall, of Saxon; and Victor Ouimette, of Mercer. During the meeting, Joe Pinardi, of Hurley, was re-appointed as county board chairman, and James Kichak, of Mercer, was re-appointed as vice-chairman. Elections for two committees were held. Larry Youngs, of Hurley; Mitch Koski, of Montreal; Tom Thompson, of... Full story
HURLEY – Hurley City Mayor Joseph Pinardi took his oath of office and appointed council members to serve on various committees at the city council meeting Tuesday. Joanne Bruneau was elected to serve as mayor pro-tem and was also appointed to chair the finance committee, with Robert Lanctoe and Steve Lombardo. Lanctoe was also appointed chair of the board of public works, with newly elected members Jay Aijala and Terry Seibel. Appointed to the parks and recreation committee were chairman J... Full story
EVELETH, Minn. - Christine Ann Paternoster, 50, of Buhl, died Thursday, April 3, 2014, at Eveleth Health Services Park in Eveleth. She was born Jan. 29, 1964, in Ely, to John "Jack" and Rogene A. (Buss) Poole. Christine was a 1982 graduate from Luther L. Wright High School in Ironwood, Mich. She was married on Aug. 11, 1990, in Ironwood, to Gary P. Paternoster. She worked as a reservation agent at Northwest Airlines at the Chisholm reservation center for 22 years. Survivors include her husband,... Full story
KIMBALL, Wis. - Temperatures in the low 40s and overcast skies didn't stop area residents from getting in the holiday spirit Saturday at an Easter egg hunt offered by the Penokee Range 4-H Livestock Club at Little Finland in Kimball. The event ran from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. with a plan to offer an ongoing egg hunt. Children were given bags that would limit the amount of eggs they could gather to allow all attendees an equal chance for candy and trinkets hidden inside. All the eggs were collected by... Full story
HURLEY - The Hurley Lions Club and Iron County youth joined forces to fundraise at the club's annual Pancake Day Sunday at the Liberty Bell Chalet in Hurley. Pancake Day, held on Palm Sunday for more than 35 years, serves as a fundraiser for both the Lions Club and the camp. Lions prepare the food and wash dishes while camp counselors and some campers act as hosts and servers, seating guests, bringing beverages and food and busing tables. Lions also purchase and donate the food supplies. "We wor... Full story
On April 9, Iron County Board Chairman Joseph Pinardi criticized Iron County Sheriff Tony Furyk for not following the board’s vote to “eject individuals occupying the harvest camp by any lawful means necessary.” By ordinance, individuals may not camp in county forests for more than 14 consecutive days. The sheriff has no legal authority to simply arrest any individuals who might be at the site. It’s not, after all, unlawful for people to camp at the location. Without a court ruling that the 14-day ordinance has been violated, the sheriff... Full story
HURLEY - During the summer, the calendar quickly fills up with vacations, activities and social gatherings because of warmer weather. Some people plan a camping vacation, host a party or travel during the summer months. The Iron County University of Wisconsin-Extension office is no different, preparing for a camping trip and a big birthday party. This summer the office will celebrate the 100th birthday of 4-H, as well as prepare for the annual Iron County Summer Youth Camp in July. Since the... Full story
To the Editor: At the citizens forum in Hurley a couple of weeks ago, Iron County Board members were filmed saying they don’t like public comment because they don’t want dirty laundry aired and stories in the newspaper. That’s why I was surprised to see board chairman Joe Pinardi’s criticism of Iron County Sheriff Tony Furyk in the paper. I agree with the county’s 14-day camping rule, but the harvest camp situation is more complicated. The county made an agreement to allow the harvest camp for a year. There are also federal treaties to consider... Full story
HURLEY - Chippewa Valley Bank officials are calling their new office in Hurley "lucky No. 13." "We're really excited to be here. Small towns are what we're all about," said CVB board member Randy Somerville, who attended a ribbon cutting at the new bank office on U.S. 51 near 10th Avenue in Hurley Tuesday morning. "We understand the challenges and difficulties that small towns encounter and the seasonality and nature of the local businesses," Somerville said. Chippewa Valley vice president, and... Full story
HURLEY, Wis. - Clyde Owen "Chubby" Randall, 85, a prominent longtime Hurley businessman, formerly of Wakefield, Mich., and Ironwood, Mich., passed away Tuesday morning, April 1, 2014. He was born on Nov. 22, 1928, in Luck, the son of James Henry and Mabel Lillian (Simonson) Randall. Chubby graduated from Wakefield High School with the class of 1947. While at WHS, he participated in tennis, basketball and football. Chubby proudly served his country in the U.S. Army for two years. On July 28,... Full story
