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  • Sump pump problem puts strain on library budget

    Katie Perttunen|Jul 24, 2013

    IRONWOOD — Ironwood’s Carnegie Library has recently faced a series of financial blows. A sump pump malfunction caused $2,500 worth of damage in the children’s room in the basement, said library director Elaine Erickson. “This is why we really need an addition, instead of using the basement,” Erickson said Monday. An insurance claim has been filed, but it is unclear whether it will be reimbursed. The majority of damage was to the carpet. The children’s room was closed for a week, right in the mid... Full story

  • Request for new judge granted in Iron County bomb scare case

    Ralph Ansami|Jul 24, 2013

    HURLEY — The attorney for a Kimball, Wis., resident who is accused of threatening to blow up the Iron County Courthouse in Hurley filed a request for a substitution of judges Monday. Robert (Barrel Bob) Gollubske, 76, is being represented by Peter Bear, of Madison, who requested a substitution for Iron County Judge Patrick Madden. On Tuesday, the application for a new judge was approved, according to court records. Bear told the Daily Globe that attorney Jeff Scott Olson, of Madison, has also entered the case on Gollubske’s behalf. Gol... Full story

  • Hurley Education Foundation to honor alumni

    Cortney Ofstad|Jul 24, 2013

    HURLEY — The Hurley Education Foundation is hosting the 12th annual Distinguished Alumni and Friends Award Ceremony on Saturday at 11 a.m. at the Hurley K-12 School. This year, the foundation is honoring five individuals, including Robert Peltonen, Donald Baldovin, John Sturgul, Lt. Col. Larry Brunello and Jean Endrizzi. Robert Peltonen Peltonen, formerly of Upson, Wis., graduated from Hurley High School in 1964. He is the CEO, founder and owner of The World Class Manufacturing Group, Inc., out of Weyauwega, Wis. It is one of the largest p... Full story

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  • Sandra J. 'Sandy' Wiemeri

    Jul 24, 2013

    BESSEMER, Mich. — Sandra J. “Sandy” Wiemeri, 55, of Bessemer, died unexpectedly Sunday, July 21, 2013, at home, after a long courageous battle with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. She was born May 10, 1958, in Aurora, Minn., daughter of Donald and Joanne (Knight) Lanala. Sandy attended schools in Minnesota and also A.D. Johnston High School in Bessemer. She was employed locally at the Kodiak Corporation, Bessemer Plywood, Modern Case and the Cayuga Wreath Company. Sandy enjoyed garde... Full story

  • Lynn (Burge) Hurley

    Jul 24, 2013

    BUTTERNUT, Wis. — Lynn (Burge) Hurley, of Butternut, passed away on Monday, June 24, 2013, at the age of 66. She was the beloved wife of the late Skip for a loving 26 years; devoted mother of Ken (Lisa) Bergquist and Steve (Christine) Bergquist; loving stepmother to Patty (Frank) Pisano and Michelle (Chuck) Benson; fond grandmother of Josh, Alyssa, Frankie, Lauren, Eric and Bret; dear sister of Denny (Diane) Burge, Pete (Janet) Burge, Shirley (Tim) Rolling and Jim (Rose) Burge; and dear aunt and great-aunt to many. Family and friends are to g... Full story

  • Rachel E. Kangas

    Jul 24, 2013

    IRONWOOD, Mich. — Rachel E. Kangas, 95, of Sunset Road, Ironwood Township, died Saturday, Dec. 15, 2012, in Ironwood. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, July 27, at noon at Zion Lutheran Church. The Rev. Kurt Kovanen will officiate. Rachel’s family will receive relatives and friends from 11 a.m. until noon at the church. A luncheon will follow the service at the church hall. Inurnment will be in Sunset Acres Cemetery, Ironwood Township. Arrangements are by Range Funeral Service and Crematory, Ketola-Burla Funeral Home in Iro... Full story