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History Snob

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The Deadliest Wildfire in American History

On October 8, 1871, a devastating wildfire swept through northeastern Wisconsin—so devastating, in fact, that the disaster remains the deadliest wildfire in American history. It would later be known as the Peshtigo Fire, with a death toll ranging from 1,200 to 2,500 fatalities. Even with these jarring numbers, the tragedy is largely overshadowed by another event that occurred on the very same night : the Great Chicago Fire. The destruction unfolding around Peshtigo, however, was considerably deadlier. Within hours, homes, businesses, and vast stretches of forest had been consumed, leaving survivors struggling to comprehend what had happened. More than 150 years later, the catastrophe remains a disturbing example of how dangerous wildfires can truly get. A Disaster Years in the Making But how did such a deadly fire even erupt in Peshtigo? The story actually starts way back: long before the fire, Peshtigo had developed into a prosperous lumber town. Sawmills, woodworking factories, and railroad operations supported the local economy. However, it's not difficult to see that these industries also created dangerous conditions —case in point, that it would eventually lead to the most horrific fire in American history. It, of course, didn't help either that northeastern Wisconsin was experiencing

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Attack of the Fanboy

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A Michigan deer wandered for 10 days with a plastic Halloween pumpkin stuck over its mouth, and rescuers say they get calls like it every year

A young buck in Michigan spent 10 days with a plastic Halloween pumpkin stuck on its head before volunteers freed it on Sunday, according to BroBible . The Detroit Animal Welfare Group led the effort and says it tracked the deer to Hines Park in Westland, miles from the Livonia neighborhood where it was first spotted. Volunteers tranquilized the animal and removed the bucket. The deer first drew attention after a resident in a Livonia neighborhood recorded video of it with the plastic pumpkin bucket stuck over its mouth. The group says it began receiving calls shortly after Halloween and posted on social media asking people to report sightings. It says it received several updates and photos but could not catch up to the deer, which was becoming weak and thin. The group says it was concerned that the deer would become dehydrated and eventually starve, as the bucket kept it from eating or drinking. It received permission from the Michigan Department of Natural Resources to tranquilize the animal if volunteers could reach it. The group also asked for help from drone pilots, including one with a heat sensing drone, to track the deer down. Volunteers waded through water and

Livonia, MI · 1d

Eagle Herald

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Menominee grants three conditional marijuana licenses

MENOMINEE — The City of Menominee has granted conditional marijuana retail licenses to three businesses that are built out and prepared to open. “We have started moving forward and have issued a retail license to the following: Highwire Wire Farms, Per I/Urb and Per II/Puff,” City Manager Brett Botbyl stated in an email. He said the licenses are contingent on the businesses passing all state and local inspections, codes, rules and full payment of application fees and/or past due/current taxes. This action comes as the result of a Nov. 3 ballot initiative that saw about 60% of voters approve increasing the number of marijuana licenses from nine to 13. There currently are eight licensed marijuana retailers in the city. All three of the businesses granted conditional licenses took different paths to get to this point. Highwire Farms, 1015 10th St. (corner of 10th Street and 10th Avenue), was part of a 2023 settlement agreement. Puff Cannabis, 2305 10th St. (the former Family Video location), was built out and ready to open last summer but could not get approval from the city. Urb, 1015 26th Ave. (the corner of 10th Street), has been ready to open for more than a year.

Menominee, MI · 1d

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Retired Kingsford coach publishes book on 51 years of UP high school football playoffs

KINGSFORD, Mich. (WLUC) - Andy Wiltzius, a retired Kingsford football coach and teacher, has published his second book, “Headed Down State.” The book chronicles 51 years of Upper Peninsula high school football teams and their runs through the Michigan High School Athletic Association playoffs. Each chapter covers one...

Kingsford, MI · 1d
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Upper Michigan Today shoots for success at Straight Line Archery

ISHPEMING, Mich. (WLUC) - On this edition of Try It Tuesday, Upper Michigan Today hit the bullseye at Straight Line Archery. Located at 1705 Ash St. #4, Straight Line Archery is going on 30 years as Ishpeming’s premier indoor shooting range. John Redfield and Audrey Stetson took their best shot at being archers for the day. Spoiler alert: anyone can do it!

Ishpeming, MI · 3d

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DNR eyes future Rails-to-Trails acquisition

DELTA COUNTY, Mich. (WLUC) - The Michigan Department of Natural Resources is looking into the possible purchase of approximately 60 miles of inactive railroad. The proposed acquisition would transfer roughly 60 miles of former rail corridor between Wells and Channing from the Escanaba & Lake Superior Railroad to the Michigan Department of Natural Resources.

Dickinson County, MI · 2d

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City urges some Escanaba residents to watch for dirty water

ESCANABA, Mich. (WLUC) - Escanaba residents may experience dirty water as a result of a water main break. A Thursday morning press release from the city says the water main broke at Harbor Tower, so residents in the area who use the city’s water distribution system may see temporary discolored water.

Escanaba, MI · 1d

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Dunkin’ Baskin Robbins location opens in Delta County

ESCANABA, Mich. (WLUC) - A new Dunkin’ and Baskin-Robbins location is open on the North Lincoln Road corridor in Escanaba, bringing coffee, breakfast and frozen treats to Delta County with a grand opening celebration set for Saturday morning. TMart/Dunkin’ Regional Supervisor Kevin Kane is excited to announce the grand...

Delta County, MI · 1d

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Menominee issues 3 new dispensary licenses; Puff eyes opening next month

MENOMINEE, Mich. (WLUK) -- New marijuana dispensaries could soon open just across the Wisconsin border. FOX 11 has closely followed years of legal back and forth between marijuana companies and the City of Menominee. Last week, voters approved a measure that raises the limit on dispensary licenses in Menominee from nine to 13.

Menominee, MI · 1d

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U.P. Michigan Works! connects job seekers with Amazon’s new Escanaba facility

ESCANABA, Mich. (WZMQ) – Amazon recently opened its first facility in the Upper Peninsula. Now, the international retailer is looking to grow its team. On Thursday, Upper Peninsula Michigan Works! and Amazon representatives hosted a job fair. Participants learned about entry-level positions available at the new warehouse, located on 6th Avenue North in Escanaba.

Escanaba, MI · 1d

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RAMBA Trail Network reveals new downtown Ishpeming trailhead

ISHPEMING, Mich. (WLUC) - Cyclists now have a new place to meet for their daily rides in downtown Ishpeming. The RAMBA Trail Network held a ribbon cutting Wednesday evening for its new Canda Street Trailhead. The trailhead can be found on E Canda Street in between Buck’s Sub Shop and...

Ishpeming, MI · 2d

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Ishpeming City Council holds budget hearing

ISHPEMING, Mich. (WZMQ) – The Ishpeming City Council held a public hearing tonight on the proposed 2027 city budget, which shows signs of financial improvement. But the city’s ability to maintain that progress was heavily dependent on the outcome of the recent library millage vote, which passed by a large margin.

Ishpeming, MI · 2d

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Annual Community Thanksgiving Meal returns to Ishpeming for 7th year

ISHPEMING, Mich. (WLUC) - The Community Thanksgiving Dinner in Ishpeming has become a tradition, and organizers are continuing to make sure no one goes hungry on Thanksgiving Day. Dawn Lambert, president of Community Dinners Feeding Marquette County, shared all of the items on the menu this year. “We have the...

Ishpeming, MI · 1d

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Escanaba Public Library welcomes new director

ESCANABA, Mich. (WZMQ) – A new director has taken the helm at the Escanaba Public Library. The library recently welcomed Kate Trombley as its new director. Before moving to the Upper Peninsula in 2023, Trombley earned a Bachelor of Arts in Communication from Michigan State University. She went on to earn a Master of Science in Information and Library Science from the University at Buffalo. Her past work experience includes library services, higher education, and administration.

Escanaba, MI · 2d

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Ishpeming hosts first ever Cheermeister’s Ball

ISHPEMING, Mich. (WZMQ) – Ishpeming’s historic Mather Ballroom was transformed into a holiday wonderland complete with Christmas trees and a visit from Santa, but this evening was all about recognizing the volunteers, sponsors, and community leaders who helped bring Ishpeming’s European-style Christmas market to life. So what can we expect to find at the Kriskindlmarkt?

Ishpeming, MI · 1d

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Veterans honored at luncheon in Delta County

ESCANABA, Mich. (WLUC) - The community came together at the Delta County Chamber of Commerce as the Delta County Veterans Council, Escanaba Vet Center, and Upper Peninsula Military Museum hosted a Veterans Day program and luncheon honoring those who have served in the armed forces. Delta County Veterans Council Commander...

Delta County, MI · 2d

Eagle Herald

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From the Files: Nov. 8-14

100 Years Ago Nov. 10, 1926 The stage is set. From the time when the first contingent of the local American Legion parade steps off at the Hosmer-Main street starting point at 9:30 tomorrow morning, until the final “shell: has burst with an un-Marinette-like WHAMMM in the fastness of Boom Island, the city will be decidedly well aware that it has a Legion Post second to none in the state in point of patriotic activity. 50 Years Ago Nov. 8, 1976 “We’ll Lick the Marines” was the message on the float (shown above) entered Saturday by the sophomore class at Menominee High School in the annual M-M parade. The class, which took first place in the float competition, proved to be accurate prognosticators as the Marines could not come up with a win and dropped a 15-0 decision to the Maroons. 25 Years Ago Nov. 9, 2001 Letters from the front are among the most poignant and evocative reminders of past wars. Written in trenches, in makeshift barrack and hospital wards, these missives brought the brutality of war home to families, wives, sweethearts and friends. They also brought messages of hope, faith and forgiveness. [And] the Menominee County Historical society

Menominee County, MI · 14h