10/15/2026

GOGEBIC COUNTY / U.P.  Fire crews continue battling rugged terrain and difficult access on multiple fires in the Upper Peninsula, making steady progress on containment efforts.  The Black River Fire 4 miles south of Wakefield is now estimated at 382 acres and is 50% contained according to the latest report released last night.  Its cause remains under investigation.  The Ridge Fire near Marquette is Estimated at 434 acres and 30% contained.  The Craig Lake Fire in Baraga County is now Estimated at 604 acres and 50% contained.  The cause of that fire has been confirmed as a lightning strike from storms between October 5 and 8 that smoldered before high winds caused it to spread.  Despite recent rain Open burning in Gogebic County is NOT permitted at this time.  Burn restrictions are in effect for most of the U.P. with the exception of the far Eastern Counties. 

10/15/2026

IRON COUNTY - Low water levels have allowed the Iron County Forestry Department to replace a deteriorating boat launch at the Gile Flowage. Friends of the Gile Flowage say a new poured-concrete ramp is now in place at Sucker Hole landing, on the flowage’s southwest end. The old concrete slabs had deteriorated to the point that reinforcing metal rods had begun to show, making the launch unsafe. Despite the improvements, powerboats should not be launched at Sucker Hole right now due to low water levels.

10/15/2026

IRONWOOD – Voters in the Ironwood School District will see the schools bond proposal on their ballots November 3^rd.  The proposed $12.5 million bond would be used to replace aging boilers, piping and heating systems, prioritize student safety, and modernize classroom facilities in the more than 100-year-old school building.  Plans also include library renovations, parking improvements and athletic upgrades including new stadium lights, bathrooms and gymnasium bleachers.