Serving Gogebic, Iron and Ontonagon Counties
Serving Gogebic, Iron and Ontonagon Counties
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By RICHARD JENKINS [email protected] HURLEY — Two Kimball men were charged this week with the 2015 bombing of Mathy Construction’s asphalt plant in Kimball. Robert “Barrel Bob” Gollubske, 82, and his son, Matthew Allen Gollubske, 38, are each charged with two counts of being a party to the crime of using explosives to damage property — a Class C felony with a potential maximum penalty of up to 40 years in prison or a fine of up to $100,000. Both men have previously complained about the asphalt plant — also known as the Northwoods...
By TOM LAVENTURE [email protected] MERCER, Wis. - Both children and adults responded with laughs and awe with the comedy, magic and juggling of a husband and wife performing duo Thursday at Mercer Library. In Capable Hands, the comedy duo of Steve Russell and Kobi Shaw, brought the same family-style blend of juggling, balancing, magic and novelty tricks that has appeared on television and venues around the world. "Yah, it's been amazing," said Russell. "For years we traveled and...
By P.J. GLISSON [email protected] WAKEFIELD — It’s been a year now since Jason Gustafson took on the role of superintendent for the Wakefield-Marenisco School District, and he’s pleased that board of education members have given him an overall rating of 4 out of 4, or “highly effective.” “I think the year went really well,” said the superintendent in an interview in his office this week. Board members evaluated Gustafson after a closed session on Monday evening, during which they rated an...
Friday, June 21 Mercer Cribbage, 9:30-11:30 a.m., Mercer Senior Center. Double Trouble, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Serenity Center, Ironwood. Mercer Food Pantry, noon-1 p.m., Railroad Street, Mercer, Wis. Emergencies: 715-476-7655. Alcoholics Anonymous/ Al-Anon, noon, Salem Lutheran Church, Ironwood. area74.org. Harbortown AA, 7:30 p.m. EST, Ontonagon United Methodist Church basement, next to Holiday gas station, Ontonagon. area74.org. Alcoholics Anonymous, 7:30 p.m., Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church, Ironwood. area74.org. Government Gogebic... Full story
CHARLOTTE, N.C. - James "Jim" Robert East, 85, passed away Thursday, June 20, after several months of illness. He was in the company of his loving family. Born October 29, 1933 in Ramsay, Mich. He was the son of Swedish immigrants, Charles and Mary. He was a proud graduate of the University of Michigan School of Pharmacy, served as a Lieutenant in the U.S. Navy, and spent most of his career with Eli Lilly & Company Pharmaceuticals. Jim was a longtime member and leader at St. Mark's Lutheran... Full story
WOODRUFF, Wis. - Frances "Twiggy" Benton, 91, passed away peacefully with loved ones by her side on June 17, 2019, after a courageous battle with cancer. Fran was born in Wakefield, Mich., to John and Victoria Russ on Dec. 8, 1927. In 1947 she married Robert O. Benton, who preceded her in death in 1992. Fran resided in Ironwood since 1968. Fran was known for her big personality and sense of humor. She enjoyed gardening, fishing, and cooking. Her chicken and dumpling soup and peanut butter balls... Full story
LAPEER, Mich. - John "Jack" Peters, 96, of Lapeer, died June 18, 2019 at home with his loving family beside him. Jack was born July 7, 1922 in Wakefield to the late William and Ida (McCleary) Peters. He served his country honorably in the U.S Coast Guard. Jack owned and operated Gambles in Sandusky till 1984. He was a past member of the Lions and Jaycees. Jack enjoyed bowling, but most of all he loved watching his family show horses. Jack is survived by his daughter, Jill (Dan) Bain;... Full story
