Huge grant funds air packs for area fire departments

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BREATH OF FRESH AIR–Eight local fire departments will share in a load of nearly $700,000 worth of new self contained breathing apparatuses. A federal FEMA grant paid for the equipment. Baraga Fire Department was the grant host for a total of eight departments. Chief Jeff Mayo displays an old yellow air pack and the new state-of-the-art Scott equipment.

by Barry Drue

It took three years and three separate, complex grant applications but a consortium of area fire departments finally has a Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) grant for $677,738 for new self contained breathing aparatuses, commonly known as air packs. Baraga Fire Department served as the host department. Through Chief Jeff Mayo the department teamed up with L’Anse Fire Department and other smaller area departments to seek the grant regionally. “Baraga, L’Anse, Aura, Covington, Duncan Township, Pelkie, Keweenaw Bay and Tamarack City (Dollar Bay area) departments participated. We did it regionally because we had better odds. The grant is based on the number of calls we get,” Mayo said. To read more, subscribe to the L’Anse Sentinel online, or buy a print copy at our local retailers.

Ramp up support for Lamsons, Schjoth; School, community-wide effort assists family after crash

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Popular visitor in L’Anse–The Easter Bunny made a guest appearance outside The Village Gift Store at 102 N. Main St. in L’Anse last week, providing candy for children and photo ops for parents. Above, Courtney Spencer and her husband, Jared, try to coax a smile from daughter, Scarlet, while their son, Sterling, keeps a social distance. Patricia Bakewell purchased the costume and volunteered her time as the bunny, and will return outside the store this Friday from 2-6 p.m. and Saturday from 1-4 p.m. to spread more Easter cheer. Photo courtesy of The Village Gift Store.

by Nancy Besonen

Baraga Area Schools (BAS) ninth grader Kayla Lamson is free-r wheeling these days thanks to a class assignment straight from the heart. Kayla, her sisters, BAS fifth-grader Vanessa and L’Anse High School junior Alexis, and their uncle, Richard Schjoth, were injured Feb. 24, 2021 when Schjoth’s pick-up truck slid across the snowy center line on US-41 in Baraga and was struck by an SUV. Schjoth, Vanessa and Alexis were taken to U.P. Health System in Marquette. Kayla was transferred to the University of Michigan Hospital in Ann Arbor. The girls’ younger brother, Tyler, was also in the vehicle but was uninjured. To read more, subscribe to the L’Anse Sentinel online, or buy a print copy at our local retailers.

Honor seven for emergency lifesaving

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LIFESAVERS—Seven people who had hands in lifesaving rescues in critical situations were honored at Baraga County Memorial Hospital on Monday, March 15, 2021. Honors were bestowed for responses to three separate incidents that would have likely resulted in fatalities, had these folks not intervened. Front, l-r, are Hunter Kanniainen, Gary Salli and Trevor Kanniainen. Back, l-r, are Frank Salli, Jason Headson, Daniel Peters and Gary Wadaga.

by Barry Drue

A bit late due to COVID complications, seven individuals were presented Lifesaving Awards at Baraga County Memorial Hospital’s conference room on Monday, March 15, 2021. Their heroic actions took place in connection with three separate emergency situations between January, 2020, and this past January, 2021. Lifesaving awards are presented periodically by the Baraga County Medical Control Authority. The state-mandated group is under the umbrella of Baraga County Memorial Hospital. Its mission is to oversee and review the medical aspects, protocols, record-keeping, etc. of the area’s emergency medical services. Participants of the authority represent BCMH, EMS, law enforcement and the 911 director. To read more, subscribe to the L’Anse Sentinel online, or buy a print copy at our local retailers.

SHS honors Robillard’s life of service

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SHS HONOREE–Judy Robillard, center, is the Sacred Heart School Distinguished Graduate of the Year. She is flanked by SHS Principal Christy Miron, left, and Fr. Corey Litzner at right.

L’Anse resident Judy Robillard was recently recognized by Sacred Heart School as their Distinguished Graduate of the Year. Robillard is the daughter of Joseph and Georgiana Robillard and has been a lifetime member of Sacred Heart Church in L’Anse. She is a graduate of Sacred Heart School and of L’Anse High School. Robillard’s life has been one of service. After graduation she babysat for Ed and Judy VanderZanden until all the children started school. She then was a nurse’s aide at Baraga County Memorial Hospital for many years. To read more, subscribe to the L’Anse Sentinel online, or buy a print copy at our local retailers.

County pursues land purchase; 1,100 acres in Covington Township

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WILD, SCENIC RIVERS–run through the land Baraga County is working toward purchasing. Application is being made for an MDNR Trust Fund Grant, and the seller is willing to pay the 25 percent match resulting in no purchase cost to the county.

The Baraga County Board of Commissioners voted 4-0 Monday, March 8, 2021, to put the wheels into motion for a grant-funded purchase of 1,100 acres of wild and scenic river land in Covington township. Offer to purchase and conserve the land on the Sturgeon and Rock rivers was made by the owner first to Covington Township, and now to Baraga County. To read more, subscribe to the L’Anse Sentinel online, or buy a print copy at our local retailers.

Eagle Mine donates two rigs to LFD

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SWEET FLEET–The L’Anse Fire Department’s fleet has grown by two rescue rigs, thanks to Eagle Mine’s donation of the Polaris ATV mini-ambulance and 40’ trailer shown above.

by Nancy Besonen

Eagle Mine is helping the L’Anse Fire Depart-ment (LFD) get the job done. The company has donated a 40-foot disaster response trailer and a Polaris ATV mini-ambulance to the department. The ATV has already proven its mettle in the rescue of an injured snowmobiler. The trailer is destined for regional use as a disaster response control center. To read more, subscribe to the L’Anse Sentinel online, or buy a print copy at our local retailers.

Annual fish tourney for good cause

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TOURNEY MAR. 13–Proceeds from the annual Dale Hollon-Michelle Martinac fish tourney off the Skanee Park will benefit Cassie Collins and family. Cassie is battling breast cancer. Cassie and husband Jesse are with their children, son William and daughter Allison.

by Melissa Newland

The Skanee Park will again be the designated fishing area for this year’s 10th annual Dale Hollon/ Michelle “Mickey” Martinac Memorial Fishing Tournament, with proceeds from the event going to a very worthy cause. The event will take place Mar. 13, 2021 with registration going from 7 a.m. until noon for a fee of $10 per person. Fishing will begin at 7:30 a.m. and end at 1 p.m., with everyone fishing in the same area off the Skanee Park. State of Michigan fishing rules will apply. To read more, subscribe to the L’Anse Sentinel online, or buy a print copy at our local retailers.

Legislative reps visit L’Anse; Hear from constituents, local officials

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CHECKING IN–State Senator Ed McBroom, right, met with local officials Friday at the county administration building. He and State Rep. Greg Markkanen heard concerns about election integrity and county acreage that generates very little tax revenue, among issues. With McBroom are, l-r, his rep. Jake Putala, County Clerk Wendy Goodreau and L’Anse Manager Bob LaFave.

 

by Barry Drue

UP 38th District State Senator Ed McBroom and 110th District State Representative Greg Markkanen visited L’Anse Friday, Feb. 12, 2021. The lawmakers met with constituents and separately with local elected officials.The legislators traveled with staff to the Copper Country following the local meetings Friday morning. To read more, subscribe to the L’Anse Sentinel online, or buy a print copy at our local retailers.

Little Brothers volunteers step up for elders

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UP SECURITY–Donated firewood brings warmth and security to senior citizen George in Calumet. Little Brothers organizes logging companies and volunteers to provide wood to elderly folks in need. Food and companionship are offered and appreciated in this extended pandemic and time of isolation for many senior citizens.

by Barry Drue

Nearly a year after the COVID-19 virus has disrupted life for all, and isolated senior citizens in particular, there are volunteers and agencies who have continued to reach out to elderly residents of the Copper Country. Little Brothers Friends of the Elderly headquartered in Hancock continues to work around COVID precautions to maintain contact with vulnerable and often-times lonely senior citizens. To read more, subscribe to the L’Anse Sentinel online, or buy a print copy at our local retailers.

Pro-Life advocates gather in L’Anse for prayer

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LEADING PRAYER–Participants at Friday’s pro-life event in L’Anse recited the Sorrowful Mysteries and prayed the Rosary.

by Barry Drue

A group of about 30 people gathered in downtown L’Anse on Friday, Jan. 29, 2021,to celebrate its pro-life, anti-abortion commitment. Representing the Life Outreach program, St. Vincent de Paul and the local Catholic community, participants assembled at 11 a.m. for a half-hour in front of the SVdP food pantry on Broad Street. To read more, subscribe to the L’Anse Sentinel online, or buy a print copy at our local retailers.

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