State Park camping is just starting in the Copper Country. The Keweenaw is home to two state parks, McLain State Park in Hancock Township, and Fort Wilkins State Park in Copper Harbor. Michigan’s state parks were visited by many people during the COVID-19 pandemic, many of whom plan to keep …

Houghton’s City Council, Downtown Development Authority, and the Planning Commission will be meeting to discuss opportunities for the city’s near future. The meeting will cover a multitude of topics, and update everyone on projects. No details are released on what discussions will take place regarding certain topics, but the meeting …

The Ottawa National Forest Visitor Center in Watersmeet will remain closed until further notice. The Ottawa National Forest is working to rebuild staffing levels post-pandemic and currently doesn’t have the staffing levels to open the Center. Once the Visitor Center is staffed and ready to open, the park will notify …

Memorial Day weekend hosted a variety of events, one of which being the first ever From the Ground Farmers Market Festival. Live music, a small petting zoo, and stalls selling plants and artisan goods lined the waterfront, celebrating the start of summer with a preview of what will be available …

Yesterday’s memorial day services were quite special in the small town of Hubbell. Where the Hubbell VFW Copper Ingot Post 4624 re-dedicated the town’s veteran honor roll. The original display was lost years ago, and had over 200 names on record. With the help of many community organizations, fellow VFW …

Young voices are thought by many to be a driving force behind pushes for hot button topics, and last week, a local young voice traveled to Washington D.C. to deliver a speech at a summit. Houghton high schooler Ian Evans joined other high schoolers from around the nation at the …

Injuries have been reported in a three car crash on US-41 in Portage Township last Friday. At approximately 3 pm Michigan State Police responded to a three car collision on US-41 about a quarter mile north of Britz Road. Traffic was blocked for about an hour while cleanup crews cleared …

One man is dead, and one woman is in custody after a homicide in Hessel Township, north of St. Ignace. Michigan State Police St. Ignace Troopers responded to reports of shots fired at a residence yesterday. Upon arrival troopers found a deceased 73 year old male, with an apparent gunshot …

This weekend is set to be a memorable one for outdoor enthusiasts and town goers alike. Besides the multiple group rides and Enduro races hosted by the Copper Harbor Trails Club and the first From the Ground Farmers Market Festival, there is also a challenge for runners. The Back 9 …

The search efforts for a missing Hancock woman have concluded. Hancock police have identified the deceased as 23 year old Hancock resident, Mary Ylitalo. She was first reported missing on Tuesday. Hancock Police have notified the next of kin, and ask that the community respect the family’s privacy at this …