Protestors picket at Baraga Max

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Picketers protest last week against working conditions at the Baraga State Correctional facility.

by John Raffel
It was described as a peaceful protest of working conditions at the Baraga Correctional facility the afternoon of August 20. Reports were that the protests were at the strip of
land where the Welcome to Baraga sign is, between the Drive In and Irene’s Pizza.
A spectator at the scene said persons were peacefully protesting the working conditions, primarily the mandated overtime and the understaffing of corrections officers. There
were Michigan Department of Corrections employees and family members of the employees. Jenni Riehle, MDOC, Public Information Officer provided this response to
the Baraga correctional facility protestors: To read more, subscribe to the L’Anse Sentinel online, or buy a print copy at our local retailers.

Village approves variance request for Circle K

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An artist rendering of the planned Circle K station for L’Anse.

by John Raffel
The L’Anse Village Council last week, acting as the village’s zoning board of appeals,  approved a dimensional variance request, which will allow Circle K gas and diesel to
reduce the property line setback distances that would usually be required for an upcoming building project. Village manager Bob LaFave said Circle K got back with the village in July on variance requests. “They purchased the old Kissel Chevrolet property (along US-41 just
south of the Broad Street intersection), and the former the Lake Superior Design property,” LaFave said “That’s where they’re planning to build their new store. Because of the odd
shape of the property, there’s some challenges to the dimensional variances to the setback for the property in that building district”. There was a big piece of medal like from a small boat or something. To read more, subscribe to the L’Anse Sentinel online, or buy a print copy at our local retailers.

Scuba divers return locally to remove debris

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DIVERS RETURN–Shown l-r, Superior Watershed Volunteers Liv Gordon, Kyle Graves, Turner Ross, and Great Lakes Scuba Diving and Lake Preservation Club members Shelly Garrod, David Gunnel, Josh Gunnell and Doug Dougovito show some of the results of their cleanup efforts in the lake near L’Anse Township Park. (Photo by Don Fassbender)

by John Raffel
They’re back.
Don Fassbender and the Great Lakes Scuba Diving and Lake Preservation Club, who use volunteer divers to survey various locations for debris cleanup, were in Baraga County last weekend. “We met up with a few local scuba divers and hopped in the lake near the
L’Anse Township campground a couple miles outside the city,” Fassbender said. “We had about seven or eight scuba divers. There were a few people there from Superior Watershed. We had a boat and got a bunch of tires that were out in the lake. There were 14 to 15 of them. There was a big piece of medal like from a small boat or something. To read more, subscribe to the L’Anse Sentinel online, or buy a print copy at our local retailers.

Hot weekend for the fair

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Hot weekend for the fair
FAIR COURT–The Baraga County Fair Queen and her court pose for friends and family after the queen competition. It was a tough choice for the judges as all of the young ladies did so well. L-r, Queen Raylyn Mattila, first runner up Michaela Helpin and second runner up Naomi Frahm.

by Kris Kyro
The Baraga County Fair Queen and her court owned the night on opening day of the fair. The Baraga County Fair (BCF) kicked off Friday and ran through the weekend. The heat wave from July melted into August as the queen candidates made their way onto the stage.
Naomi Frahm of South Range, Michaela Helpin of Pelkie and Raylyn Mattila of Painesdale kept their cool composure as the judges asked tough questions. Pixie Bowles and Nissa Lapointe served as judges. Frahm was sponsored by Kurts Corner, Helpin by Woodland
Firearms and Supply and Mattila by Krupps Resort. Each contestant wore their pageantry gowns and sponsor banners. The young ladies were asked numerous thought-provoking questions. When asked to define success, Frahm answered, “Setting myself up with friends and family who support me.” Helpin replied with “Keeping Jesus in your heart and having good people around you.” Mattilas response was “Setting goals and having people around to help you.” To read more, subscribe to the L’Anse Sentinel online, or buy a print copy at our local retailers.

Grand celebration at powwow

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Grand celebration at powwow
SOLEMN SIGHT–The Grand Entry featured veterans, flags, dancers and drums. The 46th annual powwow is both a time of remembrance and celebration. Countless hundreds attended each day of the event to honor and enjoy their heritage.

by Kris Kyro
Grand entries for a grand celebration during the 46th Annual Maawanji’ iding. The powwow took place July 25-28 at the Ojibwa Campground in Baraga. It began early Thursday morning with the lighting of the sacred fire, followed by a day of cultural teachings at the Ojibwa Senior Citizens Building, ground blessing and potluck feat. It concluded with  exhibition dancing and drum contests Sunday. The unusually hot temperatures didn’t  squelch the spirit of those attending or participating. To read more, subscribe to the L’Anse Sentinel online, or buy a print copy at our local retailers.

46th annual Aura Jamboree sees old, new musical talent

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46th annual Aura Jamboree sees old, new musical talent
ON-STAGE PERFORMANCES–Performances on stage as well as jam sessions around the grounds Friday and Saturday provided a variety of toe-tapping music including traditional, ethnic, bluegrass, classical and country western music and both evening dances were well attended by young and old. Pictured is local band Rolling Thunder (l-r) Ed Kilpela, Hugo Lehto, Mike Roberts, and Bill Kautto, who perform on stage every year during the programming and during Friday night’s dance.

by Melissa Newland
Plenty of musical talent was seen at the 46th annual Aura Jamboree as musicians old and new played in and around the Aura Hall during the two-day music festival that took place this past weekend. Aura Hall Board members and many volunteers were kept busy before, during, and after the Jamboree, which started on Friday, July 19 at 5 p.m. and went until midnight on Saturday July 20 and welcomed visitors and musicians both locally and out of state. According to Aura Hall Board President Michael Roberts, approximately 650-700 people attended, a little below average, and everything went well despite a little rain and a
power outage at the hall on Saturday. To read more, subscribe to the L’Anse Sentinel online, or buy a print copy at our local retailers.

Two ATS students advance in ‘I Voted’ contest

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Two ATS students advance in ‘I Voted’ contest
I VOTED–Your vote could help advance two local area students’ artworks which made it to the semifinals in the Michigan Department of State’s ‘I Voted’ sticker contest and every vote counts to move their designs through the polls and hopefully into the winner’s circle. Avery Kahkonen (third grade) and Araminta Widby (sixth grade) were named as semifinalists in the elementary/middle school division of the contest. after submitting their creations. Avery’s is the fireworks and Araminta’s is the Statue of Liberty

 

by Melissa Newland
Your vote could help advance two local area students’ artworks which made it to the semifinals in the Michigan Department of State’s ‘I Voted’ sticker contest and every vote
counts to move their designs through the polls and hopefully into the winner’s circle. Arvon Township School (ATS) students Avery Kahkonen (third grade) and Araminta Widby (sixth
grade) were named as semifinalists in the elementary/middle school division of the contest after submitting their creations. Teacher Jane VanBuren noted after announcement of the contest on local news in late May, she and the students went over the rules and the design template found on the state’s website. To read more, subscribe to the L’Anse Sentinel online, or buy a print copy at our local retailers.

Community enjoys festivities during 4th of July holiday

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Community enjoys festivities during 4th of July holiday
FIRST PLACE–Results are in for the float contest at the Lumberjack Days parade. Homestead Graphics took first place, keeping with the theme of “Every Era holds good memories”, with its Back to the 80’s float.

by Kris Kyro
Dancing in the streets to candy at your feet. Lumberjack Days and the 4th of July festivities in Baraga County had something for everyone. The twoday extravaganza began Wednesday and ended Thursday night with a bang. Superior Avenue was closed both days for the protection of participants and parade goers. Festive banners hung above Superior Avenue providing a patriotic backdrop to the ever-changing clouds. Overcast skies before the parade started didn’t deter people from enjoying the day. The sun broke through just before the parade began and the crowd settled in for a patriotic afternoon. Nicole Ross held her granddaughter Adley Mattson. The baby was decked from top to bottom in red, white
and blue. Ross and Adley were celebrating the day together. “It’s her first 4th of July and she’s enjoying it so much.” Ross stated. Adley just smiled. One-year olds don’t say much. To read more, subscribe to the L’Anse Sentinel online, or buy a print copy at our local retailers.

Alberta Fest draws crowd

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Alberta Fest draws crowd
SWEET RIDE–Peter Dove, of L’Anse, shows off his 1969 Dodge Coronet during the Alberta Fest Car Show on Saturday. Multiple other classic cars were there being shown off.

by John Raffel
Henry Ford would have loved it. Alberta Fest took center stage at the Ford Forestry Center on Saturday. There were crafts and music. There was food, games and raffles and the very popular auto show featuring Model Ts and various types of older car models. Linda and Bob Treso from Clio were among the attendees who were visiting the Baraga County Museum display. “We have a cabin up here by Watton,” Linda Treso said. “We come up three or four times a year.” To read more, subscribe to the L’Anse Sentinel online, or buy a print copy at our local retailers.

Camp 911 a success

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Camp 911 a success
LITTLE FIREMEN–Three of the Camp 911 attendees bravely made their way into the fire house as instructors looked on. The tiny and determined kids were eager to take their skills to a new level by entering the trailer. They were prepared to get everyone out safely during the drill. The children proved successful, and exited quickly. Some wanted to wear their special gear all day but followed the golden rule of sharing.

by Kris Kyro
Camp 911 teams ran the show, as the kids ran circles around them during the two-day event June 19 and 20 at the Baraga Village office. Gary Wadaga, director of Bay ambulance, kept the show going. Volunteers shared their expertise and talents. With the precision of a finely tuned clock, events continued throughout the two days of  entertainment and information. The first day of Camp 911 featured lectures, videos and demonstrations which included The Jaws of Life. Members of the police department, fire department and ambulance were on hand. The fifth and sixth grade students asked questions and learned plenty from all of the volunteers. To read more, subscribe to the L’Anse Sentinel online, or buy a print copy at our local retailers.

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