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Editorials

DNR warns that fire danger is high in northern Michigan

While the region still shows the fresh greenery of spring, a lack of recent rain has officials concerned about the tinder-dry, flammable materials that remains underneath. With dry weather conditions persisting across the state, the Michigan Department of Natural Resources urges residents ...

E-bikes must be respected — and regulated

The intersections in Marquette’s downtown on a weekday are largely empty, relatively speaking, as the hour approaches 6 p.m., after the 5 p.m. traffic glut has cleared. It’s a good thing, too, because a handful of random passersby recently were ringside to a near miss involving an e-bike ...

Norway’s Memorial Day ceremonies well done

Bouquet After attending many Memorial Day activities over the years, I was impressed by the service conducted at the Norway Township Cemetery on Memorial Day. The honor/color guard assembled at the north end and made the slow march accompanied by the Norway City Band and fire/police officers. ...