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Preventing dog bites
May 20, 2013 In recognition of National Dog Bite Prevention Week, the U.S. Postal Service is urging pet owners to help reduce the incidence of dog bites to letter carrier. more »»
Senior center issue deserves prompt action
May 18, 2013 It appears there is a consensus in the city of Marquette that something needs to be done in regard to the senior center, although that’s where the agreement ends. A senior center study done by U.P. more »»
National Bike Month
May 17, 2013 Americans have been observing National Bike Month each May for 56 years. more »»
Ought to be outraged
May 16, 2013 The obligation of a citizen is an overwhelming job. To do it properly, one needs to track and comings and goings of lawmakers, government officials and agencies from the local level to Washington, D. more »»
Sun tans and skin cancer
May 15, 2013 Spring-like weather seems to be finally arriving in the Upper Peninsula and northeastern Wisconsin. more »»
Protect against viral hepatitis
May 14, 2013 Viral hepatitis is a silent epidemic in the United States with more than 4 million Americans living with chronic hepatitis, and many not knowing it. more »»
Tips before the remodeling project
May 13, 2013 In honor of National Home Improvement Month this May, the National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI) advises homeowners of the 10 most important steps to take before the remodeling... more »»
Tips for the gardeners
May 10, 2013 Gardening is a wonderful hobby. It can bring personal joy, it brightens the yard, and is good for the environment. more »»
It’s American Stroke Month
May 9, 2013 The month of May marks American Stroke Month. All month long the American Heart Association and American Stroke Association are raising awareness about prevention and overcoming a stroke. more »»
Arson Awareness Week in Michigan
May 8, 2013 Governor Rick Snyder has proclaimed this week, May 5-11, as Arson Awareness Week in Michigan to focus public attention on the costly consequences of residential arson and urge citizens to work... more »»
Vaccinate your livestock, pets
May 7, 2013 It is finally springtime in Michigan, and today animal health officials at the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development are reminding Michigan pet and livestock owners that... more »»
Watch out for motorcycles
May 6, 2013 It seems spring weather has finally arrive, and area residents are taking full advantage of it. That means car and truck drivers will have to get used to sharing the road with motorcycles again. more »»
Keeping local forests clean
May 4, 2013 There’s a Hiawatha National Forest program that area residents and organizations should consider getting involved in. more »»
Watch for illegal drug operations
May 3, 2013 Illegal marijuana growing operations have become an increasing nuisance in northeastern Wisconsin. more »»
May is Food Safety Month
May 2, 2013 With summertime quickly approaching and backyard barbeques and family picnics on the horizon, Daren Deyaert, Environmental Health Director at the Dickinson-Iron District Health Department, wants to... more »»
Lyme Disease Awareness Month
May 1, 2013 Warm spring weather will mean a return of blacklegged (deer) tick activity in the Upper Peninsula and northeastern Wisconsin. more »»
Dam safety awareness
April 30, 2013 Wisconsin Public Service is urging recreational and fishing enthusiasts to BE SAFE around dams and hydro electric facilities. more »»
National Safe Digging Month
April 29, 2013 With springlike temperatures finally arriving in the Upper Peninsula and northeastern Wisconsin area, homeowners and gardeners will be out in full force. more »»
Officials should rethink tax credits
April 27, 2013 We would urge Gov. Rick Snyder and the Michigan Legislature to re-examine tax credits that once were used to assist certain charities, food banks and homelesss shelters. more »»
Safety tips for outdoor recreation
April 26, 2013 Spring — finally — seems to be arriving in the Upper Peninsula. The weather forecast calls for some showers today and temperatures in the 60s and — dare we say it — 70s this weekend. more »»
No drinking, no exception
April 25, 2013 Area law enforcement agencies have a message for area teens and their parents as prepare for this year’s prom and graduation season. They must have fun without alcohol. more »» |
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Linda LobeckMay 17, 2013 I’m sure it has something to do with the longer winter we had this year, but I certainly have spring fever and so glad it's finally here. more » Latest Blogs
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