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Repaving Of L’Anse Avenue Is Inching Closer

The long-awaited repaving of L’Anse Avenue is inching closer. At last night’s L’Anse Council meeting, village manager Bob LaFave said the request for bids will be published within the next few days. He’s hoping to have bids to present for council approval at their first meeting in August, with the …

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Baraga County Board Update

At last night’s Baraga County Board meeting, commissioners voted to renew the county’s membership in the Baraga County Chamber of Commerce. They endorsed a resolution supporting the Line Five Pipeline, with commissioner Dan Robillard the only dissenting vote.

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Baraga County Memorial Hospital Update

Baraga County Memorial Hospital’s Home Health Care and Durable Medical Equipment Division is moving to the main hospital building. When the hospital relocated to its new facility in 2011, the Home Health Care-DME business remained behind, in a building adjacent to the old hospital. At last night’s Baraga County Board …

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Biblio Bistro Is Back

Season Two of Biblio Bistro debuts today on social media pages for the Portage Lake District Library and the Portage Health Foundation. The series is aimed at using local produce for preparing savory and nutritious meals. The show is co hosted by Meghan Jasczak, Portage Health Foundation Community Health Educator, …

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McGann’s Earns Softball Sweep – Tuesday Sports Wrap

MLB The Detroit Tigers have released reliever Zack Godley. Godley signed a minor league contract with Detroit in December, after big-league stints with the Diamondbacks and Blue Jays. Manager Ron Gardenhire said there wouldn’t be room for Godley on the Detroit roster, and his early release will give him time …

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Isle Royale National Park Has New Superintendent

Isle Royale National Park has a new superintendent. This from a press release from Bert Frost, Regional Director of the National Park Service. Denice Swanke, will take over, effective August 16th. Frost said this about Swanke. “Her honesty and integrity will help continue and develop strong relationships that will position …

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DNR Increases Waterway Patrols

With warmer than usual water temperatures, Michiganders are spending more time on the water, and as a result, Michigan’s DNR has increased patrols on waterways throughout the state. During the 4th of July weekend, conservation officers made contact with over 15,000 boaters in 72 hours. Gary Hagler, Chief of the …

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