IT WAS A LITTLE more than 4 years ago when Word on the Street first reported about “Discord at Community Action Alger-Marquette.” Included in that report was the assertion that this wasn’t the only time CAAM had made news in recent months. The story at the time was that the previous director had resigned in the midst of ... Continue Reading
It’s All About Time • Free History
Open Bar Oops. Sorry about that misleading headline. It should have read “Open Bars” rather than “Open Bar.” Those who enjoy the occasional adult beverage know the difference. Recent conversations, out on the street, have touched on the hours that our pubs and restaurants are open, particularly since the pandemic. ... Continue Reading
Comings and Goings • A Timely Pledge • A Special Vote
Gone, but not forgotten As we watched an empty storefront fall to the wrecking ball this past week in order to facilitate the expansion at the Ore Dock, folks who’d been here awhile were charging up their memory banks, trying to recall the various businesses that had occupied that site over the years. It brings to mind ... Continue Reading
Art and Culture and Community
Arts & Culture "A true artist is not one who is inspired, but one who inspires others." ― Salvador Dali Before we begin, a little “full disclosure” is in order. I am not an artist. I don’t sing, play, dance, paint, or sculpt. I don’t do any rosemaling, acting, carving, or scrapbooking. I’m not a photographer, ... Continue Reading
A Downtown Happening • Talking about North Third • New Housing • The Name Game
More Words on the Streets If you’ve ever gone to the Downtown Marquette Farmers Market on a summer Saturday, you know how popular it’s become. Weather permitting, the Commons becomes a shoulder-to-shoulder experience with hundreds of attendees window shopping the offerings of area farmers, artists, and crafters. You may ... Continue Reading