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Some ‘adopting’ turkeys for Thanksgiving, not eating them

ERIE, Colo. (AP) — "Gus" the turkey has been spending Thanksgiving week much differently than millions of other unlucky gobblers across the U.S. As he trots in a sprawling animal sanctuary on the Colorado plains, he is stopped every few steps by staff who pet him, hug him or even give him ...

Courthouse closed Thursday, Friday

IRON MOUNTAIN — Dickinson County Courthouse will be closed Thursday and Friday for the Thanksgiving holiday. Regular courthouse hours will resume Monday.

Dickinson County Board meeting Dec. 9

IRON MOUNTAIN — Dickinson County Board will have its regular December meeting at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 9, in the circuit courtroom of the courthouse in Iron Mountain. This is a change from the previous Monday, Dec. 8, date.

‘Pawsitive Prevention Project’ receives grant

The Dickinson Area Community Foundation recently awarded a $500 Community Impact Grant to the Almost Home Animal Shelter. The grant was partially funded through a matching grant from the Pasahow Family Fund and will be used to provide spay and neuter services. The “Pawsitive Prevention ...

Aspirus Iron River Clinic offers walk-in flu shot clinics

IRON RIVER — Aspirus Iron River Clinic is helping families stay healthy and prepared for respiratory season by offering walk-in flu shots from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Friday. They close daily from noon to 1 p.m. No appointment is needed. Flu vaccinations are available for ...

Clarification

KINGSFORD — In Tuesday's paper, the name of the Knights of Columbus member who presented two $500 donations to Father Greg Heikkala of American Martys Catholic Church was Ron Wilinski. The donations, from the Iron Mountain Council 1585, will be used by the church for the food pantry and the ...