David Allan Coe, who wrote 'Take This Job and Shove It' and other country hits, dies at 86
David Allan Coe, the country singer-songwriter who wrote the working-class anthem "Take This Job and Shove It" and had hits with "Mona Lisa Lost Her Smile" and "The Ride" among others, has died. He was 86. Coe's wife, Kimberly Hastings Coe, confirmed his death to Rolling Stone on ...
Chasing success, losing sleep
Dear Annie: I was really excited when I landed my dream job a few months ago. It has great pay and a title that can really take me places. But now, just a few months in, I’m pulling my hair out. We’re in our “busy season,” which means lots of late nights and working weekends. Every ...
MML Foundation offers youth art competition across state
MARQUETTE — The Michigan Municipal League Foundation has launched the new MI Community Art Competition, inviting young Michigan artists to submit original visual artwork that showcases what they love about their city, village or township. The contest aims to inspire civic engagement and community pride among Michigan's youth. Starting now, young artists are asked to submit pieces of art representing the unique identity of their community: What makes the community special? When people think of the community, what comes to mind? Ideally, the artwork should illustrate buildings, events, ...
Today's Birthdays
April 30, 2026 Don Christy, Iron Mountain Mary Jo Trepanier, Iron Mountain
Calling on artists for Art for All event
IRON MOUNTAIN — Nearly 50 artists will exhibit distinctive work at the annual Art For All event on Saturday, June 27, at City Park in Iron Mountain. The show will run from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., rain or shine. All area artists are encouraged to take part in the 59th show that draws artisans from across the country, ranging from painting and photography to jewelry and sculpture. Forms can be obtained by emailing Katy Blackhall at imartforall@gmail.com. Application deadline is May 15. Each artist’s body of work is subject to a rigorous jurying process, ensuring that only the highest ...