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Domestic Violence Victims Shelter Needs Volunteers

There are many ways to support the Barbara Kettle Gundlach Shelter Home, giving of your time is one of the most valuable. The shelter for victims of domestic violence is in need of volunteers. Mary Niemila is the executive director of the shelter. Niemila said 25 years ago the shelter …

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International Frisbee Tournament This Weekend

CALUMET—Frisbee players and fans are converging on the Keweenaw Peninsula for the 59th Coca-Cola International Frisbee Tournament taking place at Agassiz Field in Calumet. Six-time defending champion Boomtown Saints are expected to return and fight off challenges from 2012 champs the Appleton Assassins, local favorite Luigi’s, and other contenders, including …

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Copper Country Strawberry Festival Begins

They’re ripe, juicy and ready to eat. The strawberries that are featured in the Copper Country Strawberry Festival have become things of local legend. Chassell’s signature annual festival is underway and this year’s crop looks like it has produced some prime berries. Chassell Lions Club President Gary Worrall said, “Last …

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Repairs Made To Veterans Park In Houghton

Most visitors to Veterans Park in Houghton won’t even be able to tell what happened, now that repairs have been made to it. Late last week, someone came through and toppled over a Purple Heart memorial and damaged a plaque dedicated to those who lost their lives in World War …

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Ford Sales Jump In China

Ford saw its sales in China jump six-percent in the first half of the year. AutoBeat Reporter Jeff Gilbert says while growth in China has slowed, it remains the world’s largest auto market.

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Crops In Danger Because Of Drought

Farmers are starting to get concerned about the dry conditions and their crops especially corn, soybeans and wheat. Kate Krepps with the Michigan Farm Bureau says while some areas of the state have been fortunate to get rain, for the most part it’s been a “rough” year. Krepps says it’s …

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Snyder Not Going As A Delegate To GOP Convention

For the first time in recent memory, the governor of Michigan will not lead the state GOP delegation to the national Republican convention next week. Governor Rick Snyder says he’ll be “making an appearance,” but he’s not a delegate. The governor also tells Lansing Bureau Chief Tim Skubick he’s staying …

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