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DNR seeks input on Van Riper State Park

Local News October 6, 2026

CHAMPION — The Michigan Department of Natural Resources wants public input on new management plans for Van Riper State Park in Champion and the 120-acre property that surrounds the Michigan Iron Industry Museum in Negaunee in Marquette County. Under the DNR, the Michigan History Center manages the museum’s daily operations and exhibits, while the Parks and Recreation Division manages infrastructure improvements and the property’s natural resources. The site is a subunit of Van Riper State Park. Anyone interested in sharing their opinions, ideas and experiences for one or both ...

Gladstone Lions donate to steam engine authority

Local News October 6, 2026

GLADSTONE — The Gladstone Lions Club has donated $500 to the Gladstone Michigan Soo Line Steam Engine 730 Authority. Gladstone Lions Club Treasurer Christian Tackman presented the $500 check to help build and operate, maintain and manage a combined local welcome center, visitor information ...

MTU board approves capital plan for new Convergence, Innovation center

Local News October 6, 2026

HOUGHTON — Michigan Technological University’s Board of Trustees met in a formal session last week, appointed a new treasure, adopted a five-year capital outlay plan and viewed a presentation an upcoming award from the Department of Energy. Michigan Tech President Rick Koubek called it a special day because of the groundbreaking for the Chang K. Park Center for Student Wellness. The $55 million project is the result of a record-breaking donation by Tech alumni Chang Park, Class of 1973. “Our greatest achievements are often remembered on specific days like these,” Koubek said. ...

Enbridge reports aquifer breach on Line 5 reroute in northern Wisconsin

Local News October 6, 2026

Enbridge is responding to an aquifer breach on a $1 billion project to reroute its Line 5 oil and gas pipeline in northern Wisconsin. The breach occurred last week during installation of a new stretch of the pipeline under the Marengo River. The breach was first reported by Northern News ...

DICSA open house to highlight weatherization, other services

Local News October 6, 2026

IRON MOUNTAIN — What’s behind the walls can make a big difference when the heating bill arrives. The Dickinson Iron Community Services Agency will highlight its weatherization program and other available resources during a special event Friday. The public is invited to DISCA’s ...

Supreme Court rejects appeal over Michigan school’s ban on ‘Let’s Go Brandon’ sweatshirts

Local News October 6, 2026

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court won’t hear a challenge to a school district’s ban on shirts with the phrase “Let’s Go Brandon.” The phrase is a jab at former President Joe Biden with a coded reference to profanity. A Michigan mother of two says the school’s ban is a First ...