MARQUETtE — Anishinaabe Radio News, a program co-produced by Northern Michigan University's Center for Native American Studies and Public Radio 90, will soon mark its 200th episode. Since the first broadcast in 2016, host April Lindala has explored Native American history and culture and ...
Some say directing is 90% casting. In the case of Leslie Nielsen as Lt. Frank Drebin, it was more like 110%. The choice of Nielsen for “Police Squad!” and the subsequent “Naked Gun” movies deserves a special place in the annals of brilliant casting choices. Surely you could say that the masters of spoof — David Zucker, Jim Abrahams and Jerry Zucker — first struck gold in putting Nielsen in “Airplane!” But why, exactly, Nielsen was so perfect for 1988’s “The Naked Gun” is natural to ponder during Akiva Schaffer’s spirited but just off-the-mark reboot, starring ...
HANCOCK — The City of Hancock has launche a brand-new holiday tradition "Hancock Lights the Night." From the end of November through Jan. 5 the city campground will be transformed into a magical winter wonderland filled with lights, community spirit, and festive fun. According to a City of Hanocock press release, "We’re inviting families, businesses, clubs, organizations and groups to join the celebration by adopting a campsite and decorating it for the season. It’s a great way to show off your holiday creativity, support the community, and get visibility throughout the holiday ...
BIRMINGHAM, England (AP) — Ozzy Osbourne’s fans had sensed the end was near. At his final show just a few weeks ago, admirers watched the heavy metal icon perform while seated on a black throne and knew it would likely be the last time they saw the lead singer of Black Sabbath. He died ...
CALUMET — Calumet is all about culture and good eats! Did you know that outside of Finnish, Cornish and Italian heritage… Slavic culture is just as predominant. CroFest is a new celebration of Croatian and Slovenian culture will be the weekend before Pasty Fest in Calumet, giving this ...
CALUMET — The Kingdom of Calumet rises once more as Pasty Fest returns Aug. 15–17, transforming downtown Calumet into a deliciously quirky blend of medieval mayhem and Upper Peninsula charm. Now in its 21st year, this annual celebration of the iconic Cornish pasty brings together locals, ...
