Serving Gogebic, Iron and Ontonagon Counties
Serving Gogebic, Iron and Ontonagon Counties
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Email calendar items and community news to [email protected]. For more information, call 906-932-2211. Thursday, Oct. 24 Bessemer St. Vincent de Paul, financial assistance, 9-10 a.m.; food pantry, 10 a.m. to noon. 906-663-4436. Ironwood St. Vincent de Paul, food pantry and financial assistance, 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., located behind Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church. 906-932-4325. Gogebic County Veterans Service Officer, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Wakefield City Hall; 1-2 p.m., Watersmeet Township; 2:45-3:15 p.m., Marenisco Township. 906-667-1110.... Full story
GILE, Wis. - David Wallace Machesky, age 86, passed away on Sunday, Oct. 20, 2024, at Aspirus Ironwood Hospital, with his children at his side. David was born in Ironwood, Michigan, on Jan. 18, 1938, to Joseph and Adela Machesky. He was one of eight children, including his brothers, John, Red (Aloysius), Lawrence and Edward, and sisters, Nada, Dorothy and Regina. They are all now joined together in Heaven for one fantastic Machesky reunion. David joined the U.S. Marine Corps right after... Full story
WOODRUFF, Wis. - Melvin W. Luoma, 95, of Ironwood, Michigan, passed away on Friday, Oct. 18, 2024, at the Howard Young Hospital in Woodruff. Melvin was born on Oct. 3, 1929, in Davis Location, Bessemer, Michigan, to John and Jennie (Kivi) Luoma. He attended the Puritan School in Bessemer, Erwin Central School, and was a 1947 graduate of L.L. Wright High School. Melvin was employed in Chicago before being drafted into the U.S. Army in 1951 where he served with the 25th Infantry Division in... Full story
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. - Bonita "Bonnie" Josephine Kasper, loving mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend, passed away Oct. 3, 2024, at her home in West Palm Beach, Florida, after a courageous battle with cancer. Bonnie was born in Ironwood, Michigan, to Alex and Helen Kasper. She attended Saint Mary's Catholic School; graduated from J.E Murphy High School; and furthered her education at Northland College, receiving her Master of Fine Arts. After attaining her degree, Bonnie worked as a... Full story
WATERSMEET, Mich. - James Edward Revoyr, 85, of Watersmeet, passed away surrounded by his family on Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2024, at the Villa Maria Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Hurley. Jim was born on Aug. 14, 1939, to Coy and Julia (Cady) Revoyr in Ironwood. He was a 1957 graduate of Watersmeet High School, he then went on to attend Gogebic Community College and graduated from Northern Michigan University in 1969. He retired in 1995 as a teacher, Jim worked in Phelps, Wisconsin, and in Wat... Full story
By MEGAN HUGHES [email protected] HURLEY - The annual Haunted History Flashlight Tour at the Iron County Historical Society Museum takes visitors on a tour through the building, during which they hear stories about the dangers of the Northwoods - either real or legendary - while exploring some of the new displays installed over the past year. This year's tour took place on Saturday. According to event organizer Robert "Bobby" Massoglia, museum volunteers look for tales to tell from old pub...
Email calendar items and community news to [email protected]. For more information, call 906-932-2211. Thursday, Oct. 17 Gogebic-Ontonagon Community Action Agency food commodity distribution for seniors, Bergland, Lake Gogebic Senior Center, 9:25-9:40 a.m. EDT; White Pine, Carp Lake Township Hall, 10-10:15 a.m. EDT; Ontonagon, Holy Family Catholic Church, 11-11:30 a.m. EDT; Mass City Resource Center, 12:30-1 p.m. EDT. Bessemer St. Vincent de Paul, financial assistance, 9-10 a.m.; food pantry, 10 a.m. to noon. 906-663-4436. Ironwood St.... Full story
By JASON JUNO [email protected] PHILLIPS, Wis. — The playoffs are starting a week early in Hurley. The Northstars likely need to win their regular-season finale against Rib Lake at Veterans Memorial Field Friday night to ensure a spot in the WIAA 8-player postseason field. Hurley won their first six games and then fell 48-32 at Phillips Friday night in a battle for first place in the Northwoods East Conference. It seems a bit cruel to be fighting for your playoff life with a 6-1 record, but that’s the reality. “That’s the way it is w...
STE. GENEVIEVE, Mo. - Elaine M. Nessmith, 79, of Altenburg, Missouri, died Saturday, Oct. 5, 2024, at Ste. Genevieve Care Center in Ste. Genevieve. She was born Feb. 27, 1945, in Watersmeet, Michigan. Elaine is survived by her three daughters, Julie Voelker of Saint Mary, Caryn (Jerry) Kambitsis of Lake in the Hills, Illinois, and Laurie (Rod) Greenfield of Stevensville, Maryland; son, Eric (Amy) Christiansen of Aurora, Illinois; sister, Sherry Timan of Hurley, Wisconsin; grandchildren,... Full story
By PAMELA JANSSON [email protected] HURLEY — The Hurley City Council on Tuesday approved a new fee schedule for city businesses, but only after making a major cut to the adult entertainment license fee. The license fee currently is $300 per year, but under the initially reconstructed list, that cost would have risen to $5,000 over the next several years. “I think it’s outrageous,” said councilman Robert Lanctoe, who backed up complaints issued by three business owners who addressed the council during the public comment period. “Everyb...
By MEGAN HUGHES [email protected] PENCE, Wis. - Students from across the Northwoods got to attend a logging industry demonstration this past week, as the Log A Load For Kids nationwide giving campaign hosted a multi-day logging event in Pence, Wisconsin. Loggers and other industry professionals donate their time to contribute to local Children's Miracle Network hospitals by donating the value of a load of logs to nearby Children's Miracle Network Hospitals. According to Log-A-Load official...
By JASON JUNO [email protected] HURLEY — Hurley has navigated its first season as an 8-player team without a loss through the first six games. The Northstars now need to beat the other two top teams in the Northwoods East Conference to stay undefeated entering the playoffs. Hurley goes to Phillips in a battle of league unbeatens for a 7 p.m. Friday night matchup, followed by a home matchup against Rib Lake, which has just one league loss — to Phillips — on Oct. 18. The Northstars are worrying about the Loggers first, a game they figured...
By JASON JUNO [email protected] WAKEFIELD — Gogebic was hoping to build some momentum off of a huge win against Ontonagon the week before. But that was a tall task against the No. 3-ranked team in the entire state. Gogebic moved the ball early and late, but Crystal Falls Forest Park was just too much to handle as they spoiled the Miners’ homecoming game with a 33-13 victory Saturday afternoon. “They’re tough, they’re a tough team,” Gogebic coach Nick Heikkila said. Through the switch to 8-player football, and the constant roster turnove...
HURLEY, Wis. - Nancy Jane Sertic, 89, of Ironwood Township, Michigan, passed away peacefully on Sunday, Oct. 6, 2024, at the Villa Maria Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Hurley. Nancy was born the baby of eight siblings on July 10, 1935, to Oscar and Ida (Berg) Holst in Ironwood, Michigan. She attended Norrie Elementary School and was a 1953 graduate of Luther L. Wright High School in Ironwood. On Aug. 24, 1955, she was united in marriage to Robert "Cheetah" Sertic at Holy Trinity Church in... Full story
SAN DIEGO, Calif. - David Paul Mullard, 39, of El Cajon, California, lost his courageous battle to cancer at University of California San Diego Hospital in San Diego on Sept. 29, 2024. He was born on Jan. 25, 1985, to Paul and Joyce Mullard during a snowstorm in Ashland, Wisconsin. He grew up in Hurley, Wisconsin, and graduated from Hurley High School in 2003. He enlisted in the U.S. Navy in October 2003. After basic training, David became an information technology (IT) specialist and was statio... Full story
IRONWOOD, Mich. - Ann Marie Danielson, 65, of Ironwood, passed away on Thursday, Oct. 3, 2024, at her home, surrounded by her loving family after battling cancer for the past 11 months. She was so brave, strong, and fought so hard while remaining optimistic throughout her entire sickness. Ann was born on Jan. 15, 1959, in Ironwood, a daughter of Joseph and Margaret (Selves) Uremovich. She attended Ironwood schools. Ann worked at The Liberty Bell Chalet in downtown Hurley, Wisconsin, for more... Full story
Email calendar items and community news to [email protected]. For more information, call 906-932-2211. Thursday, Oct. 10 Bessemer St. Vincent de Paul, financial assistance, 9-10 a.m.; food pantry, 10 a.m. to noon. 906-663-4436. Ironwood St. Vincent de Paul, food pantry and financial assistance, 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., located behind Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church. 906-932-4325. Gogebic County Veterans Service Officer, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Wakefield City Hall; 1-2 p.m., Watersmeet Township; 2:45-3:15 p.m., Marenisco Township. 906-667-1110.... Full story
MARENISCO, Mich. - On Sept. 24, 2024, Carl James Gunderman Sr. did not get up and start a new day. Instead, he joined his parents, his brother Ray Gunderman Sr., and sisters-in-law Jane and Sharon Gunderman. His mind and body were spent, and he was ready for his next step. Carl was born on Feb. 5, 1945, to Wesley John and Mary Ann Gunderman. He grew up, along with his six siblings, in Marenisco. Carl loved to laugh. He could find humor in just about any situation, and his laughter was so... Full story
HURLEY, Wis. – Rose Marie Haukkala, 92, a long-time resident of Ironwood, passed away peacefully Monday afternoon, Sept. 23, 2024, at Sky View Nursing Center in Hurley. Rose was born on Oct. 21, 1931, in Bessemer, Michigan, a daughter of Leo R. and Helen (Marshalek) Gayan. She attended Bessemer High School and graduated in 1949. After graduation, Rose attended the University of Michigan and later completed her education to become a registered nurse at St. Mary's School of Nursing in M... Full story
GOGEBIC RANGE - As the crisp fall air arrives, Michiganders flock to the best color viewing spots, and many of those are located alongside U.P. county roads. Now is the ideal time to enjoy an afternoon drive while taking in the splendor of fall leaves. "The County Road Association of Michigan encourages Michiganders to explore the beauty of the Upper Peninsula this fall," said Denise Donohue, CEO of CRA. "We all know Michigan has a lot to offer, and the changing leaves are just one of the...
By JASON JUNO [email protected] HURLEY — Hurley improved to 5-0 with a dominating 46-0 victory over Washburn Friday night. The Northstars haven’t run the ball the way they would like to this season, but they rushed for 313 yards on 34 carries last week, their first time clearing the 300-yard mark this season. “The bottom line is we found some running game and that’s what we have to get to,” Hurley coach Scott Erickson said. “And, again, the defense was really good, giving up 40 yards for the whole game.” Hurley has given up just 26 po...
Email calendar items and community news to [email protected]. For more information, call 906-932-2211. Thursday, Oct. 3 Bessemer St. Vincent de Paul, financial assistance, 9-10 a.m.; food pantry, 10 a.m. to noon. 906-663-4436. Ironwood St. Vincent de Paul, food pantry and financial assistance, 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., located behind Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church. 906-932-4325. Gogebic County Veterans Service Officer, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Wakefield City Hall; 1-2 p.m., Watersmeet Township; 2:45-3:15 p.m., Marenisco Township. 906-667-1110.... Full story
