Golfers take to greens in full swing

By BRYAN HELLIOS

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IRONWOOD — Waiting for a golf course to open for the season can seem like eternity to those who love the sport.

But the wait is over, as Gogebic Country Club manager Gary Mariani said the grounds may have still been wet but they let walkers take to the greens on Friday and carts were allowed on Sunday.

By mid-morning Tuesday, the temperature was about 50 degrees and people were reserving tee times.

“People have been chomping at the bit to get out there,” he said.

Although nice weather is always appreciated, Mariani said there is a group...