A partnership of local companies, universities and individuals have planned the Second Annual Keweenaw Science and Engineering Festival (KSEF) scheduled this August 3-6th. Their mission – to bring the Keweenaw communities together to stimulate and sustain public interest in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) by presenting the most compelling, …
Read More »For Those About To Rock–Rock Camp Students Get Ready For Big Show
Rock and roll may be fun, but nobody ever said it was easy. Thirty-six students are taking part in PJ Olsson’s two week long Rock Camp in Houghton. The camp teaches them to be better musicians and how to perform live as a group. 14-year-old Ellie Helman from Houghton said, …
Read More »WUPPDR Announces Microgrant Awards to 7 Western U.P. Municipalities
The Western Upper Peninsula Planning and Development Region (WUPPDR), based in Houghton, today announced that its 2016 Placemaking Microgrant Program has awarded funding to seven municipalities in its sixcounty Western U.P. region. The agency, which hosted a public informational session on placemaking in May, funded the project-oriented program via the State of Michigan’s …
Read More »Scam Targets Dish Network Customers
Don’t get scammed! The Houghton County Sheriff’s Office has received complaints that a scam has been targeting Dish Network customers. The scammers are calling residents using the name “Info-Tech” and stating that they are contracting with Dish Network. The scam involves asking for account information and payment information to adjust …
Read More »Registration Still Open For Aspirus Copperman Triathlon & Duathlon
Do you have what it takes to be a Copperman? The 25th annual Aspirus Copperman Triathlon and Duathlon take place in Copper Harbor next Saturday. The triathlon includes a 1/2-mile swim in Lake Fanny Hooe, a 23-mile bike and a 5-mile run. The duathlon starts with a 6K run instead …
Read More »Republican V.P. Candidate Appears In Michigan
While history was being made in Philadelphia last night — Republican Vice Presidential nominee Mike Pence paid a visit to Novi, calling Hillary Clinton among “the most predictable of names” and “part of a failed establishment.” Pence had earlier campaigned in the city of Walker, outside Grand Rapids, telling supporters that Donald …
Read More »Democrats Now Look Beyond Convention
The Democratic National Convention is over, it ended last night with Hillary Clinton formally accepting the party’s nomination. During her speech, the former Secretary of State, she went right after rival Donald Trump. That’s Susy Avery, the former chair of the Michigan GOP. She says Michigan will be one of …
Read More »How A Spouse Helps Heart Attack Recovery
A heart attack is a devastating and often life-altering event. It’s no surprise that the recovery process can be difficult. But things might go better for you if you have a spouse by your side. Health Reporter Doctor Deanna Lites has more.
Read More »Using Your Immune System To Fight Cancer
Surgery, radiation and chemotherapy are a few options when it comes to fighting cancer. But your immune system may be your best weapon. Health Reporter Doctor Deanna Lites explains.
Read More »Beware Of Some Prepaid Cards
Before you get that prepaid card, there are a few things you should know. Wallethub Analyst Jill Gonzalez says getting the wrong card can cost people over $300 per year with all the extra fees. Gonzalez says the best prepaid cards include American Express Serve and the Bluebird Prepaid Card.
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