4/22/2026

WASHBURN - Washburn animal rescue Helping PAWS expanded its low-cost "Critters Without Litters" spay/neuter program with grants from the Lupa Animal Wellness Fund, the Green Bay Packers Foundation, and the Chequamegon Food Co-op. Celebrating 20 years in business, the organization will increase subsidized appointments due to high demand, including a recent case of 64 cats from one farm. Founded in 2006, the group combats animal overpopulation by stressing the importance of spaying and neutering, especially for cats. Helping PAWS coordinates monthly clinic appointments for dogs and cats (including barn cats via live-trapping), with vaccinations offered. Call or email the organization at info@helpingpawswi.org for assistance. Donations are accepted.

4/22/2026

IRONWOOD - H.O.P.E. Animal Shelter in Ironwood is hosting their Breakfast Buffet Fundraiser this Sunday, starting at 8a.m. at the Aurora Club. Eggs, french toast, sausage and other breakfast classics, complete with locally-made maple syrup will be served for $15 for adults and $5 for kids. The event will also host 50/50 raffles and raffle baskets. All money raised will support H.O.P.E. Animal Shelter and their year-round efforts.

4/22/2026

IRONWOOD / HURLEY – The National Weather Service Marquette will be holding several spotter training sessions around the U.P. this spring. There will be a session in Ironwood a week from today, Wednesday April 29^th at 6pm at Gogebic Community College and another in Hurley May 18^th at the Kimball Community Center also at 6pm.  These sessions are free to attend and do not require advanced registration.