Letters to the Editor
I’m not a pastor, but I’ve been a Christ-man for a long time, so I’m writing this as a letter to the editor. Concerned about sickness? Let’s get to the root of it.
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Opinion
The working grocer
This photo was taken on the working side of Bob’s IGA today — the area behind the swinging doors just down a few steps from the isle-beer, bread, and crazy-good cheesecakes. I chose to take this picture on the non-grocery side of the building because this is where it all happens.
Read MoreThe working grocerThree Nigerians indicted over deadly cyber “sextortion” plot
Three Nigerian men are facing extradition after being indicted for sexually extorting multiple young men and teenage boys in the United States. One of their victims was Jordan DeMay, a Marquette High School student who committed suicide as a result of the cyber “sextortion” plot.
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Recently in Louisville, a 25 year-old with mental health issues killed five innocent people and injured eight others with an AR-15 assault style weapon, before being fatally shot by police inside the bank where he worked.
Read MoreLetters to the EditorLife in Eden: News from Eden Lutheran Church, ELCA
Eden Lutheran worships on Saturdays at 5pm, and on Sundays at 1030am, followed by coffee fellowship. Eden offers “open communion” at the Lord’s table, where all are welcome.
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Grand Marais Chamber of Commerce notes
What did April in Grand Marais look like? It can be anywhere from snow storms to unseasonable 80-degree weather for a week that wakes up a mosquito or two. A fast melt of feet of snow that combine rushing rivers that cause massive waterfalls! April can also bring some spectacular Northern Lights that dance overhead for those with insomnia to enjoy.
Read MoreGrand Marais Chamber of Commerce notesUpdate from St. John’s
The congregation is looking forward to our annual visit ofThe Rt. Rev. Rayford Ray, bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Northern Michigan this Sunday, April 30. Bishop Ray will preach and officiate at the 10 a.m. Eucharist. A light lunch and fellowship will follow the service.
Read MoreUpdate from St. John’sRemember the accomplishments of our local students
Success in our schools overloaded the news section of this week’s edition, and for good reason. In and out of the classroom, Alger County students have worked hard to improve themselves. It’s been through plays, through trades, through sports and through social activities. They play instruments, volunteer and show leadership that will help strengthen the community, both now and for as long as they stay in the area. The trophy cases at all of the schools in Alger County are full for various reasons and, personally, I’m proud of every single one of them for their efforts.
Read MoreRemember the accomplishments of our local studentsIf we give colleges even more money, will they keep tuition down?
Some people believe the only reason tuition at Michigan’s state universities has been going up is that state lawmakers have not given the schools enough money to keep tuition down. Is that true? Theoretically, lawmakers could write checks so large that colleges would then be able to bring down tuition.
Read MoreIf we give colleges even more money, will they keep tuition down?Pure Michigan is pure secrecy
As travel bureaucrats and industry members gather in Grand Rapids for another “Pure Michigan Governor’s Conference On Tourism,” they are keeping a big secret from you. The Michigan Economic Development Corporation, which administers the state’s taxpayer- funded tourism promotion program, works to keep key data involving state tourism away from those who might question Pure Michigan’s effectiveness.
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