Gov. Gretchen Whitmer on Wednesday announced that her office will focus on childhood education and trying to put more money in Michanders’ pockets during her final year in office, proposals that will include lifelong literacy efforts, increased school funding and what she called the “Every ...

Marquette authorities Wednesday suspended their search for a missing Northern Michigan University student last seen early Sunday looking disoriented and having difficulty walking in downtown Marquette. In a news release posted late Wednesday afternoon on Facebook, Marquette Police said ...

It’s toad-ally over. Amphibian- and reptile-lovers would no longer be able to collect native wild snakes, frogs or turtles and keep them as pets in Wisconsin. They would also be barred from entering the creatures in any turtle races, jumping contests or other competitions. The changes ...

IRON MOUNTAIN — For almost 30 years, students at Iron Mountain Schools have benefited from the academic booster club's dedication to providing equipment and support for programs. In conjunction with this milestone, the school district is honored and grateful to announce a special $30,000 ...

Josie Johnson and Saylor Blank paint ceiling tiles Thursday in the classroom at Iron Mountain's North Elementary School. This is an annual project for the Iron Mountain-Kingsford Community Schools North Elementary preschool students.(Theresa Proudfit photos)

IRON MOUNTAIN — It's been a good winter so far for getting full use out of the winter recreation trails in Iron Mountain’s City Park, considered some of the best in the region. The trails have been diligently tended since since 1990 by the Menominee Range Nordic Ski Club, a 501(c)(3) ...