September 29, 1921 The Northern Pacific Railway Company has filed an application of “convenience and necessity” with the Interstate Commerce Commission for permission to abandon the operation of, and for the dismantling of the Iron River-Washburn Branch of its railroad, known as the “Battle Ax”. Chairman Johnson of Iron River, and Lavin of Tripp, dispatched notices to the Commission immediately that the people of their respective towns desire to be heard, and will be represen

Reports from 2009 Nov. 22 Caller reports she has a dead raccoon by her deer feeder. Stated that it is suspicious. Town of Namakagon. Nov. 25 Request an officer drive down Hughes Town Road as there was a complaint received that hunters are shooting off the road, shooting on private property and generally being unruly. Town of Hughes. Nov. 27 Caller reported her neighbors are causing a disturbance again. Yesterday they accused her of killing their cat, today they are yelling

The 43rd Annual Father’s Day Weekend Fishing Tournament hosted by the South Shore Lions Club is officially in the books! For the first time in as long as anyone can remember, participants enjoyed two straight days of perfect fishing weather. Calm waters, sunshine, and comfortable temperatures provided ideal conditions for anglers of all ages to get out on the water and enjoy a great Father’s Day weekend fishing on Lake Superior. We welcomed more participants this year than we

RECOGNIZED Northwestern High School senior Hunter Fredrickson was awarded a full scholarship to the US Naval ROTC during a recent recognition assembly. The scholarship covers full tuition and fees. School and Navy officials congratulated Fredrickson on his achievement.