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Emergency Repairs to Scenic Highway in Michigan's Upper Peninsula

US-2 in Delta County Closed Due to Water Damage

DELTA COUNTY, MI – Emergency repairs to a scenic highway along Lake Michigan in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula will take two to three weeks, officials said. A section of US-2 in Delta County was recently damaged by high water, forcing officials with the Michigan Department of Transportation to close the road to all traffic.

The closure is at Portage Creek, west of Escanaba. A detour is posted. Recent rains resulted in the creek overflowing, causing water damage to the east approach of the bridge, and undermining pavement, WLUC reports.

Detour in Place as Repairs Begin

Officials from the Michigan Department of Transportation have announced that a detour has been put in place as emergency repairs begin on US-2 in Delta County. The closure at Portage Creek, west of Escanaba, is expected to last for two to three weeks.

The recent heavy rains caused the creek to overflow, resulting in significant water damage to the east approach of the bridge and the pavement. The road has been deemed unsafe for travel, necessitating the closure.

Motorists are advised to follow the posted detour, which will guide them around the closed section of US-2. The detour has been carefully planned to minimize inconvenience and ensure the smooth flow of traffic during the repair process.

Impact on Local Residents and Businesses

The closure of US-2 in Delta County has had a significant impact on local residents and businesses. The scenic highway is a popular route for tourists, and its closure has disrupted travel plans for many.

Local businesses that rely on tourism have also been affected, as the closure has resulted in a decrease in visitor traffic. Restaurants, hotels, and shops along US-2 are feeling the economic impact of the road closure.

However, residents and business owners understand the necessity of the repairs. Safety is the top priority, and ensuring that the road is in good condition for travel is crucial for the well-being of everyone in the community.

Emergency Repairs and Road Safety

The emergency repairs on US-2 in Delta County are essential to address the water damage caused by recent heavy rains. The overflowing of Portage Creek has undermined the pavement and compromised the structural integrity of the bridge's east approach.

The Michigan Department of Transportation is working diligently to restore the road to a safe condition as quickly as possible. This includes repairing the damaged pavement, reinforcing the bridge's foundation, and ensuring proper drainage to prevent future water damage.

While the repairs may cause inconvenience in the short term, the long-term benefits are significant. By addressing the water damage promptly, the Michigan Department of Transportation is ensuring the safety of motorists and preserving the scenic beauty of the area for future generations to enjoy.

Collaboration and Communication for Efficient Repairs

The emergency repairs on US-2 in Delta County require close collaboration and communication between various stakeholders. The Michigan Department of Transportation is working closely with local authorities, construction crews, and other relevant agencies to expedite the repair process.

Regular updates are being provided to the public through official channels, including social media and local news outlets. This ensures that residents, businesses, and tourists are well-informed about the progress of the repairs and any changes to the detour route.

The efficient coordination between all parties involved is crucial to minimize disruption and complete the repairs within the estimated timeline. The safety and convenience of the public remain the top priority throughout this process.

The emergency repairs on US-2 in Delta County, Michigan, due to water damage caused by recent heavy rains, have resulted in the closure of a scenic highway along Lake Michigan. The closure is expected to last for two to three weeks as the Michigan Department of Transportation works diligently to restore the road to a safe condition.

While the closure has impacted local residents and businesses, safety remains the top priority. The collaborative efforts between the Michigan Department of Transportation, local authorities, and construction crews aim to expedite the repair process and minimize inconvenience for motorists.

Once the repairs are complete, the scenic beauty of US-2 will be preserved, and the road will be safe for travel, ensuring the well-being of the community and the enjoyment of tourists.

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Several fire departments fight Gladstone, MI restaurant fire

U.P. Breaking News Bulletin – 7 a.m. 12-27-17 – 1:20 p.m.

Gladstone, MI restaurant fire hits during lunchtime rush

By Greg Peterson U.P. Breaking News Owner, News Director 906-273-2433

(Gladstone. MI) – An aerial truck was requested a short while ago to help battle a fire at a an apparently beloved Gladstone restaurant.

Four-J’s Family Restaurant at 902 Montana Avenue in Gladstone not far from…

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Bad four-wheeler rollover Friday night near Delta County Airport – Escanaba man was choppered to Marquette, MI trauma center by Valley Med Flight

Bad four-wheeler rollover Friday night near Delta County Airport – Escanaba man was choppered to Marquette, MI trauma center by Valley Med Flight

U.P. Breaking News Bulletin: 4-27-18 – 11:50 p.m. ET

Escanaba, MI man seriously injured in ORV rollover; flown to Marquette hospital

By Greg Peterson U.P. Breaking News Owner, News Director 906-273-2433

(Escanaba, MI) – A very serious ORV accident near the Delta County Airport on Friday night has left the driver with critical injuries and he was flown to the trauma center in Marquette, MI.

Jay…

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URGENT – U.P. Breaking News Bulletin – 2-8-18 – 3:15 a.m. ET

Booked: Two charged with violent assaults in Marquette and Delta counties, a third person accused of prescription fraud

By Greg Peterson U.P. Breaking News Owner, News Director 906-273-2433

(Marquette, MI) – Three people were arrested on serious charges on Wednesday night – one on two charges in connection with domestic violence and one for prescription fraud.

An Escanaba, MI woman who served state prison time for Houghton County home invasion was booked on a felony Wednesday night for a serious attack.

Mia Emery 2014 photo

Mia Bia Emery Jan. 17, 2018

28-year-old Amelia Ann Emery of Escanaba, MI was booked into the Delta County Detention Center (DCDC) at 11:37 p.m. ET Wednesday night, Feb. 7, 2018.

Emery is charged with felony aggravated domestic violence. Police have not released details on who was injured in the alleged violent attack, although the victim was allegedly her girlfriend.

Emery is being held without bond.

She has also been known as Amelia Ann Seymour and Mia Bia Emery

In Feb. 2015, Emery was sentenced to two to 15 years in state prison for a second-degree home invasion that happened in November 24, 2014 in Houghton County.

Emery pleaded no contest to the charge and was found guilty by a Houghton County Circuit Court Judge.

She was originally charged with two counts of first-degree home invasion separate crimes at homes in Houghton and Hancock, MI. The charges were dismissed as part of a plea bargain.

The incidents happened at a Portage Street apartment complex in Houghton and at another residence on Quincy Street in Hancock.

She spent almost two years in prison – and was released to the Escanaba area on June 21, 2016. Her probation ended on Dec. 21, 2017.

She is originally from Milwaukee, according to her Facebook page.

MDOC Number: 953487 http://mdocweb.state.mi.us/OTIS2/otis2profile.aspx?mdocNumber=953487

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29-year-old Patrick Raines (address not confirmed) was booked into the Marquette County Jail at 9:18 p.m. ET Wednesday night, Feb. 7, 2018. Raines is charged with domestic assault and interfering with electronic communications. Police have not released information on the charges. If you have a photo of Raines (or any info) please privately contact U.P. Breaking News

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31-year-old Jessica Hastings of Ishpeming, MI was booked into the MCJ at 5:20 p.m. ET Wednesday night, Feb. 7, 2018.

Hastings was released on a $2,500 bond about 45 minutes later.

Hastings is charged with obtaining a controlled substance/drugs by false prescription.

Details of the case have not been released.

  Three people booked into jails in Marquette and Escanaba on serious charges Wednesday night including a violent assault in Escanaba when a paroled woman allegedly attacks her girlfriend – and DV in Marquette County – plus separate prescription fraud case URGENT - U.P. Breaking News Bulletin – 2-8-18 – 3:15 a.m. ET Booked: Two charged with violent assaults in Marquette and Delta counties, a third person accused of prescription fraud…

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URGENT URGENT U.P. Breaking News Bulletin – 11-18-18

Marquette and Delta counties: Felonious assault, harboring teen runaways, fleeing from police, and a felony marijuana case

Jake Pelletier

Hunter Corwin

Glorious Ross

By Greg Peterson Upper Peninsula Breaking News Owner, News Director 906-273-2433

(Upper Peninsula of Michigan) – Serious charges have been filed against several Delta County and Marquette County residents including harboring teen runaways, rugs, running from the police and felonious assault.

Glorious Ross

A Delta County substance abuse counselor has been charged with drunken driving and felonious assault.

54-year-old Glorious Theresa Ross of Escanaba, MI was booked into the Delta County Detention Center (DCDC) at 9:07 p.m. ET on Wed., Jan. 17, 2018.

Ross is charged with felonious assault with a dangerous weapon and operating a motor vehicle under the influence of liquor (OUIL) .

Ross is a substance abuse recovery coach, according to her LinkedIn page.

Ross is being held without bond. Details of the assault have not been released.

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In Marquette County, three residents were charged Wednesday night in separate cases – one for harboring teen runaways, another for fleeing from police plus a third person on a felony drug charge.

Jake Pelletier

24-year-old Jacob Pelletier of Marquette, MI was booked into the Marquette County Jail (MCJ) about 6:45 p.m. Wednesday night. Pelletier is charged with harboring juvenile runaways and allowing a suspended driver to operate a motor vehicle. Officials haven’t released information on the case. Its unknown how many teen juveniles he allegedly harbored.

Pelletier is a single California native who has worked at two Marquette area hotels in housekeeping. Pelletier is being held without bond.

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Hunter Corwin

18-year-old Hunter Corwin of Gwinn, MI was booked into the MCJ on several warrants shortly after 9 p.m. Wednesday night after being picked-up by police at a home in Forsyth Township. Corwin also lists a Marquette address. He turned 18 years old – only 10 days ago. Charges against Corwin include fourth degree fleeing from and eluding police. He was released on a $10,000 bond at 10:31 p.m. last night.

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Andrew Ebbinger

27-year-old Andrew “Andy” J. Ebbinger of Gwinn, MI was booked into the MCJ about 10:35 p.m. on Wednesday night. Ebbinger is charged with felony possession of marijuana. He was released at 11:30 p.m. on a $5,000 bond. A native of Clintonville, WI – Ebbinger moved to the Marquette area last fall to get a job as a union (heat, frost) insulator – like his dad.

He opined about the move on Facebook saying some family/friends think he was nuts to move to the Upper Peninsula. Ebbinger even took a photo of himself wearing one of those gag humor shirts – that says he wants to deal drugs.

Ebbinger apparently had agood attitude toward life – as he said no matter what happens in the U.P. – he is blessed.

  Serious charges filed in separate cases in Marquette and Delta counties – felonious assault, harboring teen runaways, fleeing from police URGENT URGENT U.P. Breaking News Bulletin - 11-18-18 Marquette and Delta counties: Felonious assault, harboring teen runaways, fleeing from police, and a felony marijuana case…

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Brutal assaults across the U.P. during the preamble and 2018 aftermath of New Year's Eve; plus drug dealing, theft and obstruction of justice

Brutal assaults across the U.P. during the preamble and 2018 aftermath of New Year’s Eve; plus drug dealing, theft and obstruction of justice

Happy New Year 2018 – the first batch of those arrested for fights, vicious assaults, drug busts and much more

By Greg Peterson U.P. Breaking News Owner, News Director 906-273-2433

(Upper Peninsula of Michigan) – Only minutes into 2018 – a woman was kicked in the head at the an Ishpeming bar – plus a man likely had his skull fractured and other serious injuries during family fight in Marquette…

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Stay Home - Winter Storm Warning Now: The big 2017 24-hour Upper Peninsula snowstorm started as of 7 p.m. ET tonight - as up to heavy lake-effect snow, 40 mile per hour winds, huge Lake Superior waves and terrible driving - prepare for school and other closings on Tuesday

Stay Home – Winter Storm Warning Now: The big 2017 24-hour Upper Peninsula snowstorm started as of 7 p.m. ET tonight – as up to heavy lake-effect snow, 40 mile per hour winds, huge Lake Superior waves and terrible driving – prepare for school and other closings on Tuesday

Happening now – U.P. Breaking News Weather Bulletin – 12-11-17 7:40 p.m. ET

National Weather Service Office for Marquette, MI: Travel conditions will deteriorate rapidly across eastern Marquette county and much of Alger county during the overnight hours, with white-out conditions possible at times along with significant snowfall Updated special weather advisories for U.P. by NWS in Negaunee…

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Two struck by vehicle in Escanaba, MI Friday night - conscious on the scene

Two struck by vehicle in Escanaba, MI Friday night – conscious on the scene

URGENT – U.P. Breaking News Traffic Advisory – two hit by vehicle – 12-1-17 6:27 p.m. ET

Two people struck by a car in Delta County Friday night

By Greg Peterson U.P. Breaking News Owner, News Director 906-273-2433

The accident is said to be in front of Hong Kong Buffet at 2100 Ludington St in Escanaba, MI Both victims are said to be conscious. Lots of emergency vehicles.

Driver of the vehicle…

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Another embezzlement arrest in Delta County, MI – two in two days U.P. Breaking News Bulletin 11-30-17 10:45 a.m. ET Second Delta County man arrested for embezzlement in two days…

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Wind already causing power line issues in the U.P. - Don't be surprised if your power goes out or trees tumble overnight - already power lines down in Houghton and Gogebic counties

Wind already causing power line issues in the U.P. – Don’t be surprised if your power goes out or trees tumble overnight – already power lines down in Houghton and Gogebic counties

U.P. Breaking News Weather and Wind Damage Advisory  11-27-17 9:30 p.m.

By Greg Peterson U.P. Breaking News Owner, News Director 906-273-2433

(Upper Peninsula of Michigan) – The wind has been howling over the Upper Peninsula – and damage reports are already coming in from Houghton and Gogebic counties.

Moments ago, firefighters were dispatched to downed power lines in Houghton County near the…

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U.P. Breaking News Bulletin: 11-24-17 11:10 a.m. ET More U.P. drug arrests – and man busted again for domestic violence:

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Five people facing drug charges spent Thanksgiving in jail in Delta and Marquette counties

While an Escanaba, MI man is charged with 3rd offense domestic violence

By Greg Peterson Upper Peninsula Breaking News News Director/Co-Owner 906-273-2433

**Editor’s Note: Delta and Marquette County Jails are the only ones doing it right by allowing access to public records – but the other counties protect those charged and decide which ones get identified and who doesn’t get named. Not releasing public records and charging a large amount for records is another example of how the U.P. remains behind the rest of the country

(Escanaba, MI) – At least five people spent Thanksgiving in the U.P. Jails after being arrested in unrelated drug cases – while an Escanaba man is accused of domestic violence for at least the third time.

19-year-old Evan Jay Krueger of Escanaba, MI remains jailed this morning, Fri., Nov. 24, 2017. Krueger was arrested on Wednesday on charges of deliver and manufacture of marijuana and resisting/obstructing a police officer in Delta County.

His Facebook page indicates Krueger is a model.

41-year-old David Delisle was released on bond only seven minutes in Thanksgiving after being arrested the night before on a a drug charge.

Delisle was charged with possession of a controlled substance/analogues and released four hours later on a $2,500 bond.

The exact nature of the analogues has not been released. On his Facebook page Delisle, an Ironworker, states he lives in Milwaukee and formerly lived in Munising.

Two Delta County residents remain jailed today after their booking on Tuesday on drug court violations: They are 44-year-old Julie Hamilton and 32-year-old Jamee Hess. There were also several arrests for possession of marijuana.

34-year-old Charles Reed was arrested about 2 a.m. Thanksgiving day and remains in the Marquette County Jail under a $10,000 bond for possession of schedule I, II, and III narcotics. U.P. Breaking News is still attempting to confirm Reed’s hometown.

Meanwhile a serious domestic violence arrest:

Ken Dacko

48-year-old Kenneth J. Dacko of Escanaba, MI was charged Wednesday afternoon with domestic violence – third offense. His bond has been set at $2,500. Dacko remained at the delta County jail as of 10 a.m. today.

More U.P. drug arrests over Thanksgiving 2017 – and man busted again for domestic violence in Escanaba U.P. Breaking News Bulletin: 11-24-17 11:10 a.m. ET More U.P. drug arrests – and man busted again for domestic violence:

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Marquette Hotel Stabbing/Cutting; U.P. Hangings: U.P. Mental Health Cuts Spilling Into Public - Treat 'em and Street 'em with Pills

Marquette Hotel Stabbing/Cutting; U.P. Hangings: U.P. Mental Health Cuts Spilling Into Public – Treat ’em and Street ’em with Pills

Saturday night stabbing/cutting reported at Ramada Inn in Marquette, MI; U.P. suicides and suicide attempts continue this morning

Editor’s note to Marquette Police and Fire Department – U.P. Breaking news has always enjoyed a good relationship and cooperated with you folks, but still our email has not been added to your press releases. Please do so if you have the time – smile. (including…

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"I am sick and tired of being assaulted," said a Menominee County woman just before she was arrested today for domestic violence

“I am sick and tired of being assaulted,” said a Menominee County woman just before she was arrested today for domestic violence

A cry to stop U.P. domestic violence emerges from the rural northern Michigan wild in remote Menominee County

By Greg Peterson U.P. Breaking News Owner, News Director 906-273-2433

(Menominee County, MI) – Had she had enough?

Or was she the aggressor?

That is not clear – but the 57-year-old woman reportedly told the 911 dispatcher: “I am sick and tired of being assault,” when she reported a male…