February 2023

Briefs

The Michigan Ice Fest, one of the premier ice climbing events in the U.S., continues over the weekend. Numerous events, shows and more are spread out between Alger Parks and Rec, local businesses and outdoor locations. Check the Michigan Ice Fest Facebook page for more information Polar Plunge this Saturday
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Trobridge found not guilty

A jury found Justin Rian Trobridge not guilty of one count of felony of assaulting a police officer on Friday, Feb. 3. Originating from an event on May 11, 2019, it was the oldest and one of the most constitutionally difficult cases on the 11th Circuit Court docket.
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LEONARD A. RUKKILA

Negaunee - Leonard A. Rukkila, 94, of Negaunee, and formerly of Eben Jct, died early Friday morning, February 3, 2023, at Jacobetti Home for Veterans in Marquette where he had been a resident for two months.
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STEPHANIE DORIS NYMAN

Longtime Grand Marais resident, Stephanie Doris Nyman, 79, died Tuesday morning February 7, 2023 at her residence in the comfort of her loving family and the care of North Woods Home Care and Hospice. Born October 3, 1943 in Sault Ste.
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Peramaki twins to Tech

Micaiah and Josiah Peramaki signed their letters of intent to play football at Michigan Technological University, with their parents Matt and Anne attending the signing. The pair are the first two Munising players to sign with a NCAA Division 2 university since 2014/15 season.
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A regional movement

As donations and fundraisers occur across the region, touching moments have showed the humanity and the support to the Weaver Family. While local examples make us proud, showcasing the dozens of other offerings of support is crucial in understanding the totality of regional resiliency and love. As of publication, each pin represents at least one fundraiser event, business providing proceeds or school to show their support.
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Tech sweeps NMU

No.13MichiganTechswept rival Northern Michigan with a 4-1 win Saturday at the Berry Events Center. The Huskies improved to 18-7-4 overall and 11-5-4 with their third straight win over the Wildcats. Tech moved into second in the CCHA standings, three points behind Minnesota State.
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Varsity hockey pounds Petoskey

The Emeralds Varsity Hockey team continued their winning ways in one of the most well-rounded victories in program history on Saturday. Dominating every facet of the game, the Emeralds set a program record for shots on goal and allowed one of the fewest shot totals in team history in a 6-0 win over the Petoskey Northmen. The game was the final home contest for the Emeralds this season, who celebrated their senior class of players prior to the game.
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