6/19/2026

IRON COUNTY – The Iron County Sheriff's Office is now working with several surrounding counties in hopes to find a man they want to question regarding break-ins in the Oma and Pine Lake areas of Iron County.  The person of interest has been identified as Toby Mullins.  Mullins is wanted in several counties for burglary charges.  It is currently believed that Mullins is no longer in Iron County.  He has likely moved southwest to Price and Sawyer Counties.  Police say to not approach the suspect, call 911 and report his location to law enforcement.

6/19/2026

IRONWOOD - The Gogebic-Ontonagon Intermediate School District will end childcare services at the Little Learners Early Childhood Center in Ironwood effective Aug. 14, citing ongoing financial challenges and the loss of a Strong Beginnings Expansion Grant.

Superintendent Dr. Alan Tulppo said the decision followed an extensive review of operations, finances, and long-term sustainability. He called the closure difficult but necessary under the current funding model. The district's state-funded Great Start Readiness Program for 4-year-olds will continue at the Little Learners site without interruption.

6/19/2026

UPPER MICHIGAN - The Western Upper Peninsula Health Department has launched its annual beach water monitoring program for the 22nd year, testing beaches across the Western U.P. including in Gogebic and Ontonagon Counties for E. coli throughout the swimming season. Most beaches meet water quality standards, but weekly testing helps identify potential health risks. Beach advisories and closures will be posted on Michigan's BeachGuard website. Health officials recommend avoiding swimming for 48 hours after heavy rain, staying out of water with suspicious algae blooms, and avoiding swimming with open wounds.