10/29/2026

The Milwaukee Brewers are World Series Champions for the first time ever following a 4 to 1 win in game 5 last night. 

10/28/2026

BESSEMER - Bessemer and Bessemer Township fire departments are considering a merger to reduce costs and replace aging equipment. to replace the engines that are approaching 30 years old, can cost up to $800,000. Both departments also operate aging, undersized fire halls. The proposed merger would combine resources and allow construction of a new station. Officials say response times shouldn’t suffer, and costs won’t increase unless voters approve a millage. The committee hopes to complete incorporation documents by January. Its next meeting is November 30 at 4:30 p.m. at Bessemer City Hall.

10/28/2026

GOGEBIC COUNTY - The fourth annual Yooper Poker Run is set for February 13, 2027, and will be organized by the Gogebic Range Trail Authority and AJ’s Lodge. The event connects more than 50 participating businesses across the Upper Peninsula, with its network extending from Ironwood to Copper Harbor. Endorsed by Congressman Jack Bergman and State Representative Greg Markkanen, the event highlights local businesses, winter tourism, and the important role snowmobile clubs play in the region’s economy.