The Westwood Mall- Today and... Tomorrow? I admit… I have an obsession with the Westwood Mall. Its history, and where it is today. And where is that exactly? Back in the news, and this time, no surprise, not in a good way. Due to a lot of wet snow accumulating on a flat roof, and what were clearly the ... Continue Reading
The Story Nobody Wanted
NORMALLY WHEN THE MARQUETTE COMMUNITY comes together it’s for some kind of celebration, like our 4th of July Parade, or a big event, like our recent UP200 Sled Dog Race. This past week citizens came out in force for a reason unlike any we’ve seen recently, or ever want to see again. Trenton Massey, a ... Continue Reading
UP200 • City Priorities • Friday the 13th
UP200 IT'S BEEN A ROUGH DECADE SO FAR for our beloved UP200 Sled Dog Race. Between the effects of Covid 19 and weather unexpected in a U.P. February, the race has seen three cancellations in six years. Yet, with the support of sponsors and the community, the race survives. Since its inception in 1990, the ... Continue Reading
Last Call? • You’ve Got Mail
Last Call? Been to Palmer lately? No? Well, that might be one reason The Cade, Palmer’s only bar, and one of the last businesses still open, might be closing down for good. I say, “might be,” because, according to current owner Taylor Nellist, a sale is pending. But here's what I know about pending sales… ... Continue Reading
New DIGS • e-Bike Plan • Power Play
Changes Coming to DIGS Following the success of their backyard DIGS City Beach, DIGS Washington Street pub is bringing the beach vibe inside. According to Pat Digneit, they’ll be fashioning an interior update while still being open for business. In other words… a work in progress. Once the weather permits, they’ll ... Continue Reading