Category Archives: News

All State Police Posts to Participate in National Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, April 26th
The Michigan State Police is once again taking part in a national initiative that encourages residents to dispose of expired, unused and unwanted prescription pills. All of MSD's 31 posts will partici...
Melissa Ebsch Apr 21, 2025

THE M&M CHILDREN'S MUSEUM RECEIVES A HEFTY GRANT
The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) yesterday awarded 21 Rural Development Fund Grants promote the sustainability of land-based industries and support infrastructure t...
Melissa Ebsch Apr 18, 2025

A beloved fishing tournament is happening tomorrow at Nestegg
The 32nd Annual Jack Dallman Fishing Tournament is tomorrow, Saturday, April 19th with registration beginning at 6:30 am. Leah Garing Manager Nestegg Marine says, "it's a lot of fun and we have a lot ...
Melissa Ebsch Apr 18, 2025

THE MARINETTE PLAN COMMISSION TOOK ACTION ON THE ZONING CODE FOR A HOUSING DEVELOPMENT PLANNED FOR THE FLEET FARM PROPERTY
The City of Marinette's Plan Commission convened on Wednesday afternoon for a special meeting and voted to approve changes to the zoning code to support the creation of additional housing types, speci...
Melissa Ebsch Apr 17, 2025

Audit Committee Chairs Announce Hearing on DEI Audits. Reports Revealed State Agencies, UW System Spent Millions of Dollars, Thousands of Staff Hours on DEI Initiatives
Senator Eric Wimberger (R-Oconto) and Representative Robert Wittke (R-Caledonia), co-chairs of the Joint Legislative Audit Committee, issued a statement following the announcement of a public hearing ...
Melissa Ebsch Apr 17, 2025

Postage stamps are increasing in price once more. Don't miss the last day to purchase before the proposed hike
The USPS announced that it has filed notice with the Postal Regulatory Commission (PRC) about a proposed price hike to take effect after July 12. This means it might be time to start restocking those ...
Melissa Ebsch Apr 17, 2025

Don't Share It: "Kate McArthur" Missing Officer Alert Is Fake
Authorities are warning the public about a widespread social media scam involving a fake alert about a missing police officer named Kate McArthur. The post, which is being shared across various platfo...
Melissa Ebsch Apr 16, 2025

Rosie O'Donnell Speaks Out in Support of Daughter After Wisconsin Probation
Comedian Rosie O'Donnell shared a heartfelt message about her adopted daughter Chelsea's recent legal troubles and recovery. Chelsea, 27, received probation in two Wisconsin counties for drug and obst...
Melissa Ebsch Apr 16, 2025

2025 SEASONAL ROAD WEIGHT RESTRICTIONS LIFTED SOUTH OF CTY X
Effective Monday, April 21, 2025 at 7:00 am, seasonal weight restrictions for spring thaw will be lifted on all Marinette County highways from County Trunk Highway X and southward. Town roads may stil...
Melissa Ebsch Apr 15, 2025

U.S. MILITARY VETERAN MEMORIAL FLAGS AVAILABLE
Grave-sites of U.S. Military Veterans buried in City of Marinette Cemeteries: Forest Home, Woodlawn, Congregation Montifiore and Sons of Jacob are eligible for a complementary honorary U.S. grave mark...
Melissa Ebsch Apr 15, 2025