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TL/DR - H.J. Larson and Sons has sold one of its properties, the Ramada Inn, to MQT Collection6, LLC, an affiliate of the Base Hospitality Group. The new owners plan to keep the majority of the current employees and continue the tradition of quality hospitality. H.J. Larson and Sons will maintain ownership of the Holiday Inn and the Hampton Inn…

TL/DR - The Ishpeming Planning Commission has approved a conditional use permit allowing Partridge Creek Farm to expand production, aiming to produce an additional 7,000 pounds of food this year to help fight food insecurity. The farm will use only one acre of land for growing, with the rest used for educational or community purposes; it also…

TL/DR - Northern Michigan University held a Lavender Graduation to celebrate LGBTQ+ graduates. The lavender cords worn by the graduates are of deep historical significance, symbolizing empowerment, strength, pride, and community. The ceremony included speeches on the importance of self-exploration, acknowledging the spirit of the lands inhabited,…

TL/DR - The Marquette County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a hit-and-run incident that occurred on M-553 south of Marquette Mountain. A 63-year-old Gwinn woman reported that she was hit by a silver car while attempting to overtake it, causing her to crash into a guard rail. The Sheriff’s Office is seeking help from witnesses or anyone who can…