Selena Potila

Ishpeming

Anchor and Reporter at WBUP-TV (Ishpeming, MI)

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Harmonies and homesteads: unveiling Whiskey Ryan’s musical odyssey

Mar 29, 2024 | abc10up.com | Selena Potila

Reporter Selena Potila sat down with Americana musical artist Whiskey Ryan at Smarty’s Saloon in Negaunee for an intimate conversation about his journey in music. The artist shared stories of his roots and the soul-stirring melodies that inspired his sound.
Egg prices soar: the spring market scramble

Mar 29, 2024 | abc10up.com | Selena Potila

As spring holidays approach, egg prices have reached near-historic highs in many parts of the world. The market has been scrambled by a combination of factors, including disease outbreaks, high demand, and rising costs for farmers. For the second consecutive year, consumers are facing sticker shock ahead of Easter and Passover, both occasions where eggs play prominent roles. While global egg prices are currently lower than they were at this time last year, they remain elevated.
Chocolay Township barn fire: total loss despite swift response

Mar 29, 2024 | abc10up.com | Selena Potila

A barn that caught fire in Chocolay Township is considered a total loss by officials. Last night local fire departments were dispatched to 741 Mangum Road at 2:30 am for a barn fire. According the Chocolay Township Fire Department the structure was engulfed fully engulfed in flames upon arrival. Officials says that no was injured in the blaze. Adding that the entire structure is considered a total loss.
Snowy Easter Egg Hunts in Copper Country: Quincy Green and Village Park Await!

Mar 29, 2024 | abc10up.com | Selena Potila

With the recent blanket of snow on the ground the Easter bunny will have plenty of hiding places for eggs tomorrow. Easter weekend in the copper country might be a little cold and snowy but that won’t keep the region from celebrating. Tomorrow there are two Easter egg hunts planned for the community’s kids taking place in Hancock and Lake Linden. Hancock city manager Mary Babcock says that last year the city was overwhelmed by the community response to an Easter egg hunt.
Triple fatality in Clio, Michigan

Mar 27, 2024 | abc10up.com | Selena Potila

Three people died in a police-involved shooting in Clio, Michigan, on Tuesday night, according to investigators. The incident began just after 7:35 p.m. when officers from the Clio Police Department and deputies from the Genesee County Sheriff’s Office responded to a domestic dispute with shots fired on the 600 block of Mill Street. Upon arrival, officers discovered a woman dead on the steps of an apartment building. Police also encountered a man armed with a shotgun.
The impact of Meals on Wheels in the Copper Country

Mar 26, 2024 | abc10up.com | Selena Potila

Almost sixty years ago, the United States passed legislation to better support seniors living independently in their golden years. Since then, the country has seen the rise of many senior-focused programs and organizations such as Meals on Wheels. Throughout March, Copper Shores has celebrated the foundation’s Meals on Wheels program and still has a couple of opportunities for the public to learn more about the program.
Triumphant Hematites: Ishpeming celebrates girls’ basketball team’s state championship victory

Mar 25, 2024 | abc10up.com | Selena Potila

On Saturday, the Hematites were honored in downtown Ishpeming with an escort from the police and fire department. Enthusiastic fans lined the streets, applauding the girls’ basketball team for their 73 to 54 victory over Kingston, which secured their MHSAA Division 4 state championship. Click on the link below for a report by Correspondent Shane Barry. Tags: basketball, girls basketball, Hematites, Ishpeming, mshaa, state champions, State Championship, state champs
Unveiling New Sounds: The God Eaters set to debut latest vinyl

Mar 22, 2024 | abc10up.com | Selena Potila

A local rock band is set to unveil their new vinyl at the upcoming Geoff and Jon’s Record Show at the Ore Dock Brewing Company next week. Reporter Selena Potila had the opportunity to speak to The God Eaters about their musical inspirations and what fans can anticipate from their latest release available next Thursday. You can check out a live performance by The God Eaters on Thursday, March 28th at Geoff and Jon’s Record Show, at the Ore Dock Brewing Company in Marquette.
Laurium hopes to pass an important village document - a recreation plan

Mar 22, 2024 | abc10up.com | Selena Potila

During 2024, Laurium hopes to pass an important village document— a recreation plan. Villages, cities and townships throughout Michigan use their recreation plans to help guide decisions for projects and developments. The document also helps small towns gain access to important funding sources. With more details on the Laurium plan is Keweenaw Bureau reporter, Thomas Fournier. Tags: Laurium, recreation, recreation plan
Don Keranen Memorial Jazz Festival in the Keweenaw

Mar 20, 2024 | abc10up.com | Selena Potila

There always something fun and exciting going on at the Rozsa Center at Michigan Tech University. On Friday and Saturday the university will continue it’s tradition of bringing the joyous sounds of jazz to the Keweenaw Peninsula with the return of the Don Keranen Memorial Jazz Festival. With more details on this year’s three performances is Keweenaw bureau reporter Thomas Fournier.