• Home
  • News
    • UP 200
    • Local
    • Lansing Bureau
    • Washington D.C. Bureau
    • National
    • Insights
    • Watch 19 News Live
    • CBS News Live
    • Report News
  • Weather
    • Forecast + Conditions
    • Current Alerts
    • Interactive Radar
    • Cameras
    • Share Photos/Videos
    • Closings and Delays
  • Sports
  • Features
    • Life in the 906
    • The Yooper Goddess
WZMQ 19 News | CBS | MeTV Marquette
Fog

Marquette
Fog 59°

Cloudy

Escanaba
Cloudy 59°

Clear

Houghton
Clear 59°

Cloudy

Iron Mountain
Cloudy 61°

Watch
No Result
View All Result
  • Home
  • News
    • UP 200
    • Local
    • Lansing Bureau
    • Washington D.C. Bureau
    • National
    • Insights
    • Watch 19 News Live
    • CBS News Live
    • Report News
  • Weather
    • Forecast + Conditions
    • Current Alerts
    • Interactive Radar
    • Cameras
    • Share Photos/Videos
    • Closings and Delays
  • Sports
  • Features
    • Life in the 906
    • The Yooper Goddess
WZMQ 19 News | CBS | MeTV Marquette
No Result
View All Result
WZMQ 19 News | CBS | MeTV Marquette
No Result
View All Result

2 Weather Alerts

View Details »

Proposed Delta County Airport mural update postponed as search for new manager begins

by Lily Simmons
December 19, 2024 - Updated on December 20, 2024
A A
A portion of the existing airport mural, painted in 2000.

A portion of the existing airport mural, painted in 2000.

ESCANABA, Mich. (WZMQ) – A potential update to the mural at the Delta County Airport has been put on hold while administrators search for a new manager.

The existing mural was painted in 2000 by artist James Finlan. In October, Escanaba business owner Kylie Kalishek proposed an update to the Airport Advisory Board.

Kalishek’s family has an extensive history in aviation. Her desire is to see that history preserved in the local airport. Photographs and news articles detailing her family’s legacy can currently be seen at her storefront, Blading Boutique & Small Business Emporium.

In November, Kalishek, Finlan, and Airport Manager Robert Ranstadler met to move the project forward, looking into potential display options, new artwork, and logistical issues that would need to be addressed. However, Ranstadler submitted his resignation on December 3.

Now, airport management since decided to shelve the project at this time.

“In light of the ongoing leadership transition taking place at Delta County Airport, it is with deep regret that airport management must postpone future planning with Ms. Kalishek, Mr. Finlan, and other stakeholders associated with the Airport Mural update,” airport management told WZMQ 19. “We understand that this is an important initiative and will resume working with our valued partners following the hiring of new management team. In the meantime, we wish everyone involved with the project, as well as all of Delta County, Happy Holidays and a prosperous New Year.”

Kalishek says while she is discouraged that the project won’t be moving forward at its previous pace, she is not surprised by the decision.

“More than being disappointed about the mural, I’m disappointed that Delta County is losing a really good airport manager,” she said. “He was making a big difference, and this is a huge loss to the County. I know that there’s going to be a shift in priorities replacing this airport manager, but I hope that future management will be able to pick up where he left off. He was doing a really good thing, preserving this history.”

For more information on Ranstadler’s resignation, click here.

Get WZMQ 19 anytime, anywhere

Download the app

AppleAndroid

Watch on TV

RokuFire TVZeam

Connect on social media

FacebookTwitterInstagram

More

News

Michigan House Passes Bill Making Roadway Blockages a Crime, Raising Free-Speech Concerns

September 17, 2025
News

Michigan Inter-Tribal Council brings mobile mammograms to U.P.

September 17, 2025
The Marquette County Board of Commissioners held their regularly scheduled meeting this evening in Marquette.
News

Marquette County Board seeks applicants as Commissioner John DePetro resigns

September 17, 2025
News

14 DAYS: Michigan Budget Stalemate Raises Shutdown Fears as Deadline Nears

September 16, 2025
News

End the Silence Walk Life Keeper Quilts on display at Bay College

September 16, 2025
News

U.P. Ice Fishing & Hunting Expo to benefit local food pantry and animal shelter

September 16, 2025
Next Post
Marquette will soon be getting a new healthcare facility courtesy of The Sault Tribe of Chippewa Indians.

Sault Tribe to build healthcare facility in Marquette

Michigan House adjourns abruptly after week without voting

  • Home
  • News
  • Weather
  • Sports
  • Features
  • Events
  • Programming
  • Station
WZMQ CBS | 19 News

© 2025 WZMQ, LLC | FCC Public File | EEO Report

No Result
View All Result
  • Home
  • News
    • UP 200
    • Local
    • Lansing Bureau
    • Washington D.C. Bureau
    • National
    • Insights
    • Watch 19 News Live
    • CBS News Live
    • Report News
  • Weather
    • Forecast + Conditions
    • Current Alerts
    • Interactive Radar
    • Cameras
    • Share Photos/Videos
    • Closings and Delays
  • Sports
  • Features
    • Life in the 906
    • The Yooper Goddess
  • Events
  • Programming
    • Programming Guide
    • CBS
    • MeTV
    • Start TV
    • Heroes & Icons
    • Court TV
    • ION
  • Station
    • About Us
    • Community Involvement
    • Mobile App
    • Meet the Team
    • Contact
    • Careers
    • Advertising
    • Request Copy of Story
    • FCC Public File
    • EEO Report
No Result
View All Result
  • Home
  • News
    • UP 200
    • Local
    • Lansing Bureau
    • Washington D.C. Bureau
    • National
    • Insights
    • Watch 19 News Live
    • CBS News Live
    • Report News
  • Weather
    • Forecast + Conditions
    • Current Alerts
    • Interactive Radar
    • Cameras
    • Share Photos/Videos
    • Closings and Delays
  • Sports
  • Features
    • Life in the 906
    • The Yooper Goddess
  • Events
  • Programming
    • Programming Guide
    • CBS
    • MeTV
    • Start TV
    • Heroes & Icons
    • Court TV
    • ION
  • Station
    • About Us
    • Community Involvement
    • Mobile App
    • Meet the Team
    • Contact
    • Careers
    • Advertising
    • Request Copy of Story
    • FCC Public File
    • EEO Report
This website uses cookies. By continuing to use this website you are giving consent to cookies being used. Visit our privacy policy.