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Apr 27, 2021 Photo courtesy Sandi St Peter At right, a float from Bark River’s centennial celebration in 1971 is shown. The float, with missiles and cannon, was built by Tim St Peter of Escanaba, who was then the vice commander of the Bark River American Legion. The trailer was pulled by small, gray ponies, provided by Russell Crydermen of Bark River. This year will mark Bark River’s 150th anniversary. Photo courtesy Sandi St Peter At right, a float from Bark River’s centennial celebration in 1971 is shown. The float, with missiles and cannon, was built by Tim St Peter of Escanaba...

Apr 26, 2021 Daily Press file photo The solar energy farm at the Delta Cunty Airport in Escanaba, shown above, was one of the area’s first solar projects. Outside of the city, the Delta County Planning Commission is drafting a solar ordinance. It is seeking input from the public. The prdinance would impact 10 townships in Delta County. ESCANABA — The Delta County Planning Commission (DPC) is undertaking the development of a Delta County-wide solar ordinance and is requesting the public’s participation. The DPC would like community members, developers, and other interested parties to...

Apr 24, 2021 BARK RIVER — Martin L. Johnson, 80, of Bark River, passed away on Thursday, April 22, 2021, at his home following a lengthy illness. Survivors include his wife, Diane. A complete obituary will be forthcoming. The Crawford Funeral Homes are assisting the ­family. MOST READ

Today Cloudy skies this morning followed by thunderstorms during the afternoon. A few storms may be severe. High 69F. Winds SE at 10 to 15 mph. Chance of rain 90%.. Tonight Thunderstorms - some may contain locally heavy rain, especially this evening. A few storms may be severe. Low 61F. Winds SSE at 10 to 20 mph. Chance of rain 100%. 1 to 2 inches of rain expected. Updated: April 23, 2021 @ 9:43 am

iminor@dailypress.net ESCANABA — Efforts to bring more housing options to Escanaba for the city’s aging population were highlighted during Escanaba’s regular city council meeting Thursday. “Escanaba has a large population of Baby Boomers who are slowly approaching retirement age, this has increased the need for alternative housing as homeowners in this age group search for a smaller and easier to manage home,” said Council Member Karen Moore. “Condominiums are an excellent choice for this group. There are very few in this category in this city. In fact, when I was running for city...