The Women’s Center in Marquette announced Wednesday that Beth Casady, Executive Director, has retired after six years with the organization. Casady joined the Women’s Center board in 2004-2006 and again in 2015, beginning as the E.D.
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The Michigan Strategic Fund has approved funding for the transformation of the Escanaba paper mill, a project which the offi ce of Governor Gretchen Whitmer says will retain at least 1,240 jobs. Billerud U.S.
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We are pleased to announce that Braylin Calhoun is our Student of the Week. Braylin is a fifth grader and the son of Emily Cook and Isiah Calhoun. Braylin is a wonderful leader both inside the classroom and out. He is a caring individual and will help anyone without being asked to do so. Braylin’s favorite subject is Math, especially using the basketball hoop as a learning tool in Mrs. Johnson’s room to help him stay focused. He loves playing football and basketball as well as spending time with his friends. Congratulations to Braylin and his family!
Just a reminder, because it is that time of year, if school is closed for a weather event, then the public library is closed as well. The annual Library Used Book “Sale” will take place Dec. 21 – Dec. 30 in the library meeting room. A vast variety of used books will be available. Remember, used books make great gifts and there is sure to be something for everyone!
The Central Collegiate Hockey Association (CCHA) has announced its Players of the Week for the games of December 9-10 and four student-athletes from three di_erent programs have been recognized. Kristof Papp (Northern Michigan) earned Forward of the Week, while Matt Slick (Ferris State) was the conference’s Defenseman of the Week. Alex Tracy (Minnesota State) and Christian Fitzgerald (Minnesota State) earned Goaltender and Rookie of the Week, respectively.
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It was another incredible weekend for the Manistique Emeralds Varsity Hockey team. Another showcase weekend brought the latest chance for the young program to make a statement on a big stage against topnotch competition. Over the weekend, the Emeralds delivered in impressive fashion, defeating Grand Rapid Christian 3-1 on Friday before taking the tough Muskegon Mona Shores to the limit in a 3-3 Saturday tie.
