It’s now, officially, laughable. Not because it's funny, because it isn't. Particularly to the business owners trying to make a living out there. In the “You can’t make this stuff up” department, on Tuesday, TV6 News kicked off a three-part investigative series on the bill-paying woes at the Westwood Mall. ... Continue Reading
The Great Outdoors
The local office of the National Weather Service reported a high temperature of 86 degrees here in Marquette this past Tuesday. It’s been hotter, but not much, and not very frequently. If you’re like me, that’s about 10 or so degrees more than you need. Am I complaining? A little. Would I prefer the minus 9 ... 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
Random Stuff on a Winter Day
• First, news about snow... or lack thereof. It was definitely a bummer to see the U.P. 200 cancelled, but the resourceful folks responsible for our Sled Dog Friday night fun really came through. NMU, the new sponsor of the event, stepped up, and along with the other organizers created the Festival of the Sled Dog. ... Continue Reading
Drifa Brewing: An Idea Is About to Become Reality
WHEN WE FIRST heard about vague plans for a "beer-cooperative" in Marquette a couple of years ago, we gotta admit we were skeptical. It was a cute idea. It combined two endearing trends--craft breweries and the co-op movement--but seriously? These guys and gals were gonna find the financing and venue in Marquette for a ... Continue Reading