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Report: Prized winter birds could be fewer in number

The annual Winter Finch Forecast sounds like most of the region will see fewer of the favorite species in yard trees or feeders this coming season. The Ontario, Canada-based Finch Research Network each fall releases its report on potential winter bird movement based on what food conditions ...

Child dies of measles in Wisconsin, first such death since 1990

MADISON, Wis. (AP) — An infant in southwestern Wisconsin has died after contracting measles, the state’s first death from the disease in 36 years, state officials announced Thursday. The Wisconsin Department of Health Services did not specify where the death happened or provide any ...

Celebration in IM as state Christmas tree harvested

IRON MOUNTAIN — Hundreds of people turned out on a cold and rainy Thursday to watch the official state Christmas tree be taken down on Iron Mountain’s North Side. The 60-foot spruce, which weighs 12,000 pounds, was cut by Quintin Olson, the son of Denny Olson, who was responsible for ...

DDA, businesses set again to host Girls Night Out in IM

IRON MOUNTAIN — Downtown Iron Mountain is getting ready for a little retail therapy, a lot of laughter and a night out with the girls. The Iron Mountain Downtown Development Authority’s annual Girls Night Out returns from 5 to 9:30 p.m. Thursday, bringing a full evening of shopping, ...

Lansing State Christmas tree on it’s way (Video)

The official state of Michigan Christmas tree crew stops at the Wildwood restaurant in Hermansville, Mi on its way to Lansing Friday morning. After a quick breakfast, they went across the highway to the North Central Elementary School, where Denny Olson talked to the students about forestry management and then led them in a 1-2-3-TIMBER! cheer. Video courtesy of Jim Beckerson