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Sen. McBroom Monitoring Blizzard Situation; Ready To Help
The blizzard that has impacted the Upper Peninsula the past two days is so widespread that it is stretching the resources of every community. The National Weather Service says that when it's over, mos...
Jack Hall Mar 16, 2026

9:30 AM UPDATE: Blizzard Continuing Across U.P. For Second Day
It's Day Two of the blizzard that has basically shut down usual life across the Upper Peninsula. Massive snow drifts are plaguing the area thanks to winds gusting as high as 60 miles per hour, and the...
Jack Hall Mar 16, 2026

Municipal Services Cancelled Monday In Many U.P. Communities
SCHOOLCRAFT COUNTY Due to inclement weather, all Schoolcraft County offices, including Probate, District, and Circuit Court, will close on Monday, March 16th, 2025. Any Court, including Friend of the ...
Jack Hall Mar 16, 2026

UPDATE: Blizzard Warnings Extended Into Tuesday Morning
Including the cities of Escanaba, Gladstone, Seney, Grand Marais, Newberry, Munising, and Manistique BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM EDT TUESDAY... Blizzard conditions. Additional snow a...
Jack Hall Mar 15, 2026

Marinette County Establishing Warming Centers During Blizzard
Marinette County is currently receiving significant snowfall, and many power outages. Residents who have the ability to remain safe and stay at home are encouraged to do so to avoid unnecessary travel...
Jack Hall Mar 15, 2026

Marinette County Sheriff: Can't Keep Up With All Calls
POSTED AT 2:50 CT SUNDAY The following message is from Marinette County Sheriff Mike Miller: "We have several vehicles in the ditch and vehicles stuck in the roadways, in addition to emergent calls th...
Jack Hall Mar 15, 2026

UP Health System Closing Non-Essential Services; Hospital Stays Open
Due to the ongoing winter blizzard and hazardous travel conditions across the region, UP Health System - Marquette will operate on essential services only on Monday, March 16. The safety of our patien...
Jack Hall Mar 15, 2026

State Closing U.P. Offices; Governor Activates Emergency Center
Officials across Northern Michigan and the U.P. are urging residents to AVOID TRAVEL at this time due to heavy snow and wind conditions causing dangerous roads and limited visibility. If you do not ne...
Jack Hall Mar 15, 2026

Bay College Closing Both Campuses Monday Due To Blizzard
BAYAlert Due to inclement weather, Bay College Escanaba and Iron Mountain campuses are closed Monday, March 16th. Operations with resume Tuesday, March 17th.
Jack Hall Mar 15, 2026

FIRST TIME: Blizzard Forces EMP To Close Escanaba Plant
CLICK BELOW TO HEAR FROM GABE KLUKA, EMP The blizard that has arrived in the Upper Peninsula today has led to many businesses closing their doors for today, and for tomorrow. The latest is one off Esc...
Jack Hall Mar 15, 2026

Escanaba, MI, USA
45 °F Mist
Marquette, MI, USA
65 °F Clear
Manistique, MI, USA
51 °F Clear
Munising, MI, USA
51 °F Clear
Iron Mountain, MI, USA
70 °F Clear

Local News from the RRN News Center
State Rep Wants Study On Frequent Mackinac Bridge Closures
18h ago
Major Construction To Get Under Way In Downtown Escanaba
18h ago
Whitmer Declares State Of Emergency In Iron, Marquette Counties
Apr 22, 2026
Michigan Municipal League Staff Visiting U.P. Communities
Apr 22, 2026
Marquette County United Way Special Event Set For Wednesday
Apr 22, 2026
Marinette Marine Gets Contract To Build Unmanned Vehicles
Apr 21, 2026
Marquette County Declares Flooding State Of Emergency
Apr 19, 2026
State Police Offer Advice On Basement Flooding Precautions
Apr 19, 2026
Agate Falls Scenic Site In Western U.P. Temporarily Closed
Apr 18, 2026












