Shannon Konoske
TV6 Assignment Editor
Marquette, MI
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Shannon Konoske began working as an Assignment Editor for TV6 & FOX UP in September 2021.
She has lived in Marquette County since 2017; however, her heart belongs to western Oregon where she is originally from.
A product of the Pacific Northwest, she frequently longs for the cover of emerald fir forests, the crash of waves on the Pacific coastline, and snow-capped mountain peaks visible from the Willamette Valley. However, in 2017 she traded in her western boots for snow boots and made the 2,100-mile drive to Marquette to pursue her Master of Arts degree in English at Northern Michigan University.
Finding reminders of the Oregon Coast in Lake Superior on stormy days, and beauty in the woods which erupt in color in the fall, Shannon now lives permanently in the U.P., but takes every opportunity to journey back home to Oregon.
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Researchers say the goal is to identify prevalence of tick-borne illnesses in the Copper Country and nearby regions.
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The walk and usage of orange memorialize the children who stayed at St. Joesph's Orphanage and School in Assinins and other institutions like it country wide.
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Brian Helfert appeared in circuit court for a sentencing hearing. After withdrawing his plea, he's headed to trial.
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For some, one parent’s income may break even with the cost of child care, leading to tough decisions about keeping a job or staying home.
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Parents and childcare specialists across the U.P. echo the same sentiment: there are simply not enough open spots for the children who need care.
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Brian McEachern has worked for the MSP from Dec. 1992 to Jan. 2021.
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Hunter Loos entered a plea deal in federal court on July 9, pleading guilty to second degree murder. His plea was accepted and he was sentenced. However, he appealed the decision 3 days later on July 12.
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NIOSH said its team of investigators will return to the Billerud Escanaba Mill April 20-29.
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Owner Russell Modell said it was an opportunity to bring the bar’s 4-generation legacy to the “nation’s largest representation of industry excellence.”
The department said it has not yet identified a source of the fungal infection.
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TV6 has confirmed with the help of sister station Arizona’s Family and Bordeau’s facebook page, that he was originally from Lake Linden.
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Beth Heikkinen of Ishpeming said she built the igloo in memory of every dog that ends up in a shelter “and crosses the rainbow bridge” before finding their forever home.
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Ukrainian family is thankful to be in a safe in Marquette however they still pray that their friends and family will one day join them.
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At the 50th anniversary of Roe v Wade, Michigan pro-life and pro-choice groups are looking ahead to futures they see in a post-Roe era.
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An Upper Michigan group is helping survivors of Native American Boarding Schools heal by helping them share their experiences and asking responsible agencies to address their history.
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The Bay Mills Indian Community is in the second year of its annual rice seeding project. It’s an undertaking that hopes to not only provide a sustainable food source, but to re-establish something once scrubbed from the land.
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While the Ojibwe language and culture is continues to die with their elders, the Lac Vieux Desert Tribe of Chippewa Indians in Watersmeet hopes introducing it to children throughout their school day can change that.
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Jason Sadowski asked to represent himself in his murder trial because he felt he could do better than his attorney.
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Nicholas Millard was accused of shooting and killing one person and injuring another in Marenisco Township last year.
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As part of her agreement with the prosecution, Passamani will testify in court against other co-defendants.
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Resolute Forest Products said the facility is idled and production is not expected to resume in October.
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Mission Point of Hancock has been cited for abuse and neglect following a state investigation.
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LARA cited Mission Point for abuse and neglect due to “insufficient staff to meet resident needs.”
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Big Snow Resort said the decision is based on concern for skiers' safety, while the Gogebic Range Trail Authority said the closure will have devastating impacts on area businesses.
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The homeowner says he was at home when the fire started Friday evening. He found his back door covered in gas.
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Mission Point Nursing and Rehabilitation Center held a carnival Wednesday to help its residents reconnect with family and friends.
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Upper Michigan residents celebrated National Dog Day Friday. TV6 recognized UP shelters for their work.
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At Tuesday's meeting, the exact nature of the complaint was not publicly discussed.
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Wednesday is International Firefighters Day, a time to recognize those who serve in Upper Michigan.
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Rob Saari, also known as “Duckman” is a retired U.S. Army Combat Engineer who rescued Lil’ Bomber
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Middle-income housing describes homes, generally for households with yearly incomes between $35,000 - $75,000. That is the U.P.’s primary population in need of housing.
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Senate Bill 876 would encourage the State Board of Education to include the history regarding Indian boarding schools in the state’s recommended curriculum standards for eighth through 12th-grade students.
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Bell’s Brewery founder announces sale to Australian brewer Lion, merger with New Belgium
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At the October 21 city council meeting, Planning Commission Chair James Hellerman brought the investigation to the attention of attending community members and said “many citizens” approached him with concerns about the lack of transparency.
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