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Embers Credit Union teaches fraud prevention in Ishpeming
ISHPEMING, Mich. (WLUC) - Embers Credit Union educated Ishpeming community members on fraud prevention on Wednesday. Embers Credit Union Contact Center Manager Shae Kangas gave a presentation at the Ishpeming Carnegie Public Library. Kangas taught the audience about common scams and fraud she often sees. She said it’s important to...
Feeding America to host 2 food distribution events in the UP Wednesday
UPPER PENINSULA, Mich. (WLUC) - Feeding America West Michigan is scheduled to hold food distribution events in Delta and Marquette counties throughout the day on Wednesday. The first mobile food pantry is at the Salvation Army, at 3001 5th Avenue S. in Escanaba. Distribution gets underway at 10:00 a.m. Eastern time.
A Changed Perspective: Emily Paupore’s Running Journey
MOUNT PLEASANT, Mich. (WJMN) – One in a million. That’s how one former high school cross country coach described Emily Paupore during her time as a standout runner for the Negaunee Miners. Paupore re-wrote the record books during her time at Negaunee High School, graduating as one of...
New laws exempt gun locks, safes and cases from state sales tax
MARQUETTE COUNTY, Mich. (WLUC) - Gun locks, safes and some cases are now less expensive in Michigan. On Monday, two laws exempt these devices from Michigan’s 6% sales tax. Owner of Wilderness Sports in Ishpeming Raymond Sundquist said this may surprise some customers. “We did have one sale today,”...
Negaunee softball field completes updates for accessibility
NEGAUNEE, Mich. (WLUC) - The updated LaCombe Field in Negaunee shows it’s almost time for softball season. The field’s improvement project is focused on ADA compliance to make the games more accessible. Negaunee City Manager Nate Heffron said the new ramps overcome mobility barriers. “If you’re a coach...
Iron sharpens Iron: Negaunee Tennis & Their Formula For Success
Negaunee, Mich. (WJMN) – At the Negaunee Tennis Complex, the Miners Girls and Boys Tennis accomplishments are displayed proudly. They’re a reminder of a storied past, and motivation for the present Miners who are looking to add their own chapter to the program’s winning history. “Coach likes...
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