Category Archives: News
Hiawatha Reminding Visitors To Watch Out For Bears On Grand Island
With summer approaching, visitors are heading to Grand Island National Recreation Area, a popular destination for campers and day-trippers alike. Ferry service began last Friday, May 24. The Island is...
May 31, 2024
VA Medical Center Plans Town Halls In Western U.P., Northern Wisconsin
The Oscar G. Johnson VA Medical Center invites Veterans, their families, Veteran Service Organizations and community health care partners to the following Veteran town halls June 12-14, to learn about...
May 31, 2024
Escanaba Farmer's Market Opens Season Saturday With 'Unique' Products
The Escanaba Farmers Market kicks off its new season Saturday, June 1, at the Escanaba Marketplace with unique products that are available early in the season. Market Manager Judy Schroeder said there...
May 31, 2024
Hiker From Lower Michigan Dies In Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore
On the evening of Wednesday, May 29th, recovery efforts were completed near the Coves Campground for the body of a 45-year-old male. United States Park Rangers at Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore rec...
May 31, 2024
Bay College Touts Enrollment Increase, Academic Success As Semester Ends
As the 2023-2024 academic year comes to a close and summer courses are in full swing, Bay College proudly reflects on a period of growth, achievement, and dedicated support for its diverse student bod...
May 31, 2024
'Crowdfunding' Campaign Launched To Upgrade Bark River Township Park
CLICK TO HEAR JACK HALL'S INTERVIEW WITH KELLY HANSON, LIONS CLUB A new inclusive playscape will be created at the Bark River Township Park and a downtown park will be become safe and accessible throu...
May 29, 2024
U.P. Police Officers Get Trained Under 'TEAM' School Liason Program
CLICK BELOW TO HEAR JACK HALL'S INTERVIEW WITH MSP SGT. MARTIN MILLER Michigan students will benefit from the addition of 32 law enforcement officers recently trained in the Teaching, Educating, and M...
May 29, 2024
RUMOR HAS IT? Bell Hospital Says Birthing Center Is Not Closing
Despite rumors to the contrary, the birthing center at Ishpeming's Bell Hospital is -NOT- closing. Thet's the official word from hospital CEO Mitch Leckelt. The rumor got started apparently on news of...
May 29, 2024
M-DOT Removing Restrictions On Half Of Upper Peninsula Projects For Holiday
CLICK TO HEAR COMMENTS FROM M-DOT SPOKESMAN DAN WEINGARTEN This Memorial Day weekend, the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) is removing lane restrictions on 55 percent of its road and bridg...
May 25, 2024
Two Escanaba Businesses Named Among State's Top 'Companies To Watch'
Two long-time Escanaba businesses, Jim's Music and L&C Enterprises-USA, parent company of Delta Fence and Construction have been recognized as two of the 2024 awardees for the Michigan 50 Companie...
May 25, 2024
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Local News from the RRN News Center
Longtime Downtown Escanaba Brewpub, Steakhouse Closing In October
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Northern Michigan University Selling Broadband Internet Service For $21 Million
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State Approves $50 Million For Copperwood Mine Project, Infrastructure Upgrades
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Man Suspected Of Stabbing Another In St. Ignace Chared, Identified
Aug 24, 2026
Oconto County Lottery Player Wins $150,000 On Powerball
Aug 24, 2026
Agate Falls Scenic Site To Re-Open In September; ORV Trail Remains Closed
Aug 22, 2026
Northern Michigan Man Indicted For Impersonating Coast Guard Officer
Aug 22, 2026
Teenager Charged With Attempted Murder After St. Ignace Stabbing
Aug 22, 2026
M-DOT Planning For Major Upgrade Of Portage Lift Bridge
Aug 21, 2026
