SHE STILL HAS that trademark smile, that ready laugh, that persistently upbeat attitude. But Vicky Prewitt--formerly Vicky Crystal on TV6--has traded in her anchor's chair for a place on the pulpit, and her wire copy for the Bible. She's now Pastor Vicky at Christ United Methodist Church in Crystal Falls and Grace ... Continue Reading
Discovering New Perspectives
TEDX RETURNS TO Marquette on Saturday. Specifically, the Forest Roberts Theater. And this year, unlike last year, everyone in the community is welcome. "Last year was frustrating," Allison Opheim, the event chairperson. "We were limited in seating and it was only for students. A lot of community members told us they ... Continue Reading
GM Takes Honest Look at Marquette Mountain
IT'S BEEN A busy first few weeks for Marquette Mountain's new general manager Andrew Farron. Big races, big crowds, and some changes after the abrupt departure of former GM Frank Malette. First, (and not necessarily in importance), Jim and Ray, the popular local singing duo, are back playing at the T-Bar (the name ... Continue Reading
Openings, Closings, Etc
WE'VE NOW GOT another dining and drinking option downtown. KILDARE IRISH AMERICAN Pub on Washington Street opened Thursday after receiving their liquor license. They're facing stiff competition from other established restaurants and bars on Washington Street, but they'll be doing it with new ownership and new ... Continue Reading
Beacon House Deal?
LET'S NOT GET too excited yet. But there's a deal on the table to buy the Beacon House on Third Street that, if things go well, could close by the end of the month. The reason for the caution? There's a contingency in the deal--not financing--that could yet derail it. We should know more within a couple of ... Continue Reading