Serving Gogebic, Iron and Ontonagon Counties
Serving Gogebic, Iron and Ontonagon Counties
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WARREN (AP) - The body of a 100-year-old suburban Detroit woman was found in her flooded condominium basement Tuesday, a day after heavy rain swamped much of the area and stranded motorists on water-clogged streets and freeways. The woman's daughter was concerned about her welfare and went to the home to check on her, said Warren Mayor James Fouts. Fouts said the woman appears to have drowned. A cause of death was not immediately available, and Fouts did not release the woman's name. Her death... Full story
BESSEMER - The Bessemer Planning Commission will discuss today the possible land sale of the public property near Steiger Field that roused some recent opposition from city residents. The original purchase proposal was made by two separate parties for a total of 7.1 acres north of West Iron Street, and between Massie Avenue and State Street. However, several city residents objected to the sale and told City Council and Planning Commission members that the land is frequently used for snowshoeing... Full story
Party battles came to a head during the primary election across Wisconsin on Tuesday. Votes during the election were cast along party lines, and in Iron County, more people voted on the Democratic ballot than the Republican one. In local races, incumbents Sheriff Tony Furyk (410 votes), coroner Diane Simonich (422 votes) and clerk of circuit court Karen Ransanici (433), all ran unopposed as Democrats. Janet Bewley, of Ashland, Wis., won the Democratic nomination for the District 25 state senate... Full story
ONTONAGON - The cause of an early Monday morning fire and explosion in Ontonagon remains under investigation, according to the Ontonagon County Sheriff's Department and Michigan State Police. A fire marshal was on the scene of the fire, reported at 1:23 a.m. Monday. It demolished a two-story building at 426 Minnesota Ave. According to neighbors, two young men saw flames in the house as they drove by and broke in the door and yelled to see if anyone was inside. Shortly after that, neighbors said... Full story
IRONWOOD TOWNSHIP - The Ironwood Township Board of Trustees was busy Monday, discussing the final details of two events taking place in a few weeks. The township is hosting an open house to celebrate the completion of the Airport Recreation Park on Aug. 19. Questions were raised on whether a speaker should be present at the event, and supervisor Alan Baron said he left a message with state Rep. Scott Dianda (D-Calumet) to see if he would be willing to speak at the open house. As of Monday evenin... Full story
WAKEFIELD - The Wakefield City Council authorized a tire collection event for Sept. 17 at its meeting Monday evening. The event is aimed to address the blight and safety issues scrap tires create on residential property, said City Manager Margot Rusinek. "Each homeowner would have the opportunity to place standard size automotive tires curbside with a ticket attached," she added. Tickets will be sold at city hall for $2. This price is indicated for rimless tires only. The Krist Oil Company is... Full story
IRONWOOD TOWNSHIP - Children and parents were invited out to the range for an annual Superior Range Family Fun Shoot event on Sunday afternoon. Members of the Superior Range Shooter's Club hosted the event and taught families how to safely shoot the variety of weapons available. John Pera, a Wakefield resident, has been active in the gun club for around 10 years and has held positions with its Board of Directors. He said club members bring their own firearms and ammunition to these types of... Full story
BESSEMER - Gogebic County's Relay for Life wrapped up Saturday morning with a fundraising pancake breakfast at the Bessemer VFW. With a menu of pancakes, French toast, eggs, baked goods, orange juice and coffee, the Bessemer and Wakefield VFWs helped raise some money for the fight against cancer. The 2014 Relay for Life was centered around Massie Field in Bessemer, from noon to midnight. There were games, music, food and luminaria in honor and memory of those with cancer. "We've been kids... Full story
SAXON, Wis. - The White Thunder Riders Snowmobile Club held its third annual vintage grass drags at the Iron County Fairgrounds Saturday. "We just decided to do a racing event and there are a lot of vintage competitions throughout the Midwest," said member Joe Olson. Besides the snowmobile races on grass, other events included an ATV pull, live music and a 50/50 raffle. Refreshments were served by the Iron County Fire Department and 4-H Club. "Fifty-nine machines competed in 16 different classes... Full story
BESSEMER - Names of loved ones were written on paper bags that lined the track at Massie Field Friday afternoon. On the infield grass were tents, a dunk tank and a big, pink logging truck all set up to help raise money in the battle against cancer. The Gogebic County Relay for Life event typically raises between $20,000 and $30,000, and Carole Lillar, the event's chairperson, said this year's goal was to break that high-end mark. The nice weather Friday might have helped to do just that. "We've... Full story
HURLEY - The "Show Your Colors" 5-kilometer fun run starting and ending at the Hurley K-12 School Friday raised money for the volleyball team. A total of 115 runners ran around the school track and continued off school property westward down Range View Drive, turning south on County D, east on Division Street and north on 10th Avenue, and back onto Range View to the finish line at the school. About every kilometer, the runners ran through a gauntlet of volunteers, many of them volleyball... Full story
SAXON, Wis. - Attendance at the 2014 Iron County Fair lsat weekend topped 5,000. According to fair officials, 5,138 wrist bands were issued throughout the weekend, with children 5 and under getting in for free. A total of 337 exhibitors participated in the fair, with 1,253 exhibits on display. Results for the exhibits, horseshoe tournament, horse pull and pool tournament were released. The 50/50 raffle winner during the fair was Jennifer Santini, receiving $1,354. Homemaker of the Year was... Full story
HURLEY - As of Friday afternoon, 588 people had signed up to take part in today's 46th Paavo Nurmi Marathon. During registration at the Hurley K-12 School, race officials said there were 48 teams signed up for the five-member relay race, 184 people signed up for the full marathon, 152 for the half-marathon, and six teams for the two-person relay, as of Friday afternoon. Race director Rita Franzoi was pleased. "We try to keep adding and making it more for the entire community and also for familie... Full story
HURLEY - Students at the Hurley K-12 School are getting their hands dirty while planting, growing and selling produce from the school garden at the Iron County Farmers Market. Every Wednesday, students sell their own produce at the market with the "Garden to Market" program under the guidance of the Iron County University of Wisconsin-Extension office. According to Joy Schelble, Wisconsin Nutrition Education Program coordinator in Iron County, it is the second year students have participated in... Full story
IRONWOOD - Eastbound traffic on U.S. 2 will still have access to the Gogebic County Fair set to begin next week, regardless of the ongoing U.S. 2 reconstruction. Several traffic barricades equipped with "Do Not Enter" signage still remain in place on the western end of U.S. 2, however signs were recently put in place informing eastbound travelers that the fairgrounds are accessible without having to take the detour route. The fair's western entrance will be available for visitors. "They should... Full story
HONOLULU (AP) - The first hurricane expected to hit Hawaii in 22 years weakened slightly Thursday as its outer edges began to bring rain and wind to the Big Island, while residents and tourists prepared for a possible one-two punch as another major storm lined up behind it in the Pacific. The eye of Hurricane Iselle was about 250 miles southeast of Hilo, moving at roughly 17 mph and expected to make landfall Thursday evening, according to the National Weather Service. Meanwhile, Hurricane Julio... Full story
IRONWOOD - The present detour set-up will remain the same when half of U.S. 2 is paved this summer during the reconstruction project. When the infrastructure work is completed, including placement of sewer and water pipes, the highway will be resurfaced as part of the Michigan Department of Transportation project. The current pattern of only one lane of westbound traffic being open will continue on the new road surface and the McLeod Avenue detour will still be in effect. Mike Foley, of Coleman... Full story
MERCER, Wis. – Thousands of people enjoyed sunshine, shopping and the occasional sound of a loon call during the annual Loon Day celebration in downtown Mercer on Wednesday. Attendees browsed through more than 220 vendors, selling everything from bubble makers, homemade jams, clothing, jewelry and handmade crafts and wooden items. Temperatures climbed into the mid-to-upper 70s with sunshine, equaling "great weather," according to Mercer Area Chamber of Commerce director Tina Brunell. "We c... Full story
FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. (AP) - Getting to the Grand Canyon Skywalk used to include a teeth-chattering drive over a washboard road fraught with dips and twists. Motorists have a smoother drive to the Hualapai Tribe's most popular tourist destination now that Diamond Bar Road is completely paved. The road was the biggest drawback in reaching the Skywalk, a glass bridge that juts out 70 feet from the canyon walls and gives visitors a view of the Colorado River 4,000 feet below. Tour operators had... Full story
BESSEMER - Two local welders may get a shot at being on national T.V. Employees of Lucky Dog Films, a television and video production company, are eyeing up Skeeter Winkowski and Jake Armata, of North Country Welding and Docks, in Bessemer, for a new television show to focus on repairs and fixing "odd objects and big projects." "What happens is, they're going to come here next week and they're going to film for four days," Armata said. "They'll present it to other networks and the networks will... Full story
