Gogebic County
Stay current with all the latest and breaking news about Gogebic County, compare headlines and perspectives between news sources on stories happening today. In total, 103 stories have been published about Gogebic County which Ground News has aggregated in the past 3 months.Stay current with all the latest and breaking news about Gogebic County, compare headlines and perspectives between news sources on stories happening today. In total, 103 stories have been published about Gogebic County which Ground News has aggregated in the past 3 months.
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Ironwood · IronwoodBESSEMER, Mich. - James M. "Tiny" Paynter, 73, of Bessemer, passed away on Monday, Feb. 20, 2023, in Wakefield. The family invites you to a celebration of his life on what would have been his 74th birthday, Friday, Oct. 6. The party will be held in the Kastman Hall at Sharon Lutheran Church, 100 E. Sellar St., in Bessemer, beginning at 12:30 p.m. Luncheon will be served. Wear your...See the Story
James 'Tiny' 'Jim' Paynter
Ironwood · IronwoodBESSEMER, Mich. — Barbara Ann (nee Novascone) Perkovich, 72, of Bessemer, passed away on Friday, Sept. 8, 2023, at her home. Barbara was born on April 7, 1951, in Duluth, Minnesota, the daughter of Marjorie (Mattson) and James Novascone Jr. On Sept. 27, 1980, she was united in marriage to Peter John Perkovich. For many years, Barbara was a dedicated social worker. In her free time, she loved to...See the Story
Barbara Ann Perkovich
Ironwood · IronwoodThe Bessemer Parks and Recreation Commission voted last week to approve $5,200 for Fahrner Excavating of Ironwood to clear West Kallender Creek. The action is part of an ongoing initiative to prepare the park pond for fishing by local youth. City Manager Jennifer Adams said the city lacks staffing to pursue such funds.See the Story
Bessemer officials vote to dredge creek
Ironwood · IronwoodBy P.J. GLISSON news@yourdailyglobe.com IRONWOOD — Demolition of the grandstands and poultry barn may begin next week, said Gogebic County Commissioner James Byrns on Tuesday. Byrns spoke to The Globe after a Tuesday evening meeting of the county’s Fair Board, which he chairs. County commissioners hired Bolle Contracting of downstate Clare earlier this year to complete the demolition. During...See the Story
Fairground demolition scheduled for next week
Ironwood · IronwoodJoanne K. Anderson Magdziak was born in Ironwood, Michigan, on Nov. 7, 1936. She married Paul "Pauly," the love of her life, in 1957. She became a stay at home mom to her children Scott and Paula. Joanne was preceded in death by her parents.See the Story
Joanne K. Anderson Magdziak
Ironwood · IronwoodOutdoor enthusiasts gathered at Copper Peak for the annual Copper Peak Trails Fest last weekend for a series of bike and foot races. This year, races were split across two days, with more traditional cross country races, kids races and route walk taking place early Saturday. Organizers estimated that around 25 kids participated this year, close to a record number.See the Story
Copper Peak Trails Fest draws bike riders, runners
Ironwood · IronwoodThe Ironwood City Commission heard Monday that the $11 million Phase 1 of the city's water pump station project has begun with site work by Snow Country Contracting. Concrete foundations will be beginning in the next two weeks, said City Manager Paul Anderson. Anderson also reported that the Ironwood Theatre's sidewalk project continues to make progress on Lowell Street.See the Story
Ironwood water pump station project begins
Ironwood · IronwoodSAXON, Wis. - Robert E. "Butch" Rowe, 83, of Saxon, Wisconsin, passed away unexpectedly on Sept. 7, 2023. Robert was born on June 24, 1940, at home in Gurney, Wisconsin. The son of the late Lester and Lucille (Lee) Rowe, he was one of seven kids. Robert graduated from Saxon High School in 1958, and was a member of the U.S. Army Reserves from 1958 to 1963. He married Sandra Stanlake on...See the Story
