A portion of 4th Street in Calumet is closed as the Environmental Protection Agency begins its cleanup of the May blaze that destroyed three historic structures. It means some obstacles to traffic heading into the Calumet Housing Commission building, and a reduction in the amount of public parking available just …

Leslie W. “Les” Franti 79 of Watton, MI went to be with the Lord on September 15, 2021. Leslie passed peacefully in his own home after a short battle with cancer. Leslie was born March 18, 1942 to William and Ellen (Salli) Franti. Leslie went to L’Anse High School. After …

Portage Lake Sportsmen’s Club held their annual hunter education course this past weekend, and as has become the trend lately, many of the 45 students were girls. Member Ed Glowacki says he is glad to see everyone get a chance to pick up the hobby he loves. Most classes are…call …

Last night Finlandia University President, Dr. Philip Johnson, thanked the Hancock’s City Council for their continued support in building up the Finlandia community. The school celebrates their 125th anniversary this year. And Johnson extended invitations to the council and public to help the university celebrate this achievement. Dr. Johnson also …

The Keweenaw Bay Indian Community is gathering Friday to mourn the loss of former Tribal Council member Fred Dakota, who passed earlier this week. Dakota was instrumental in furthering the tribal casino industry, paving the way for some of the iconic gaming venues in the country like Mohegan Sun complex …

As received from the Jacobson Funeral Home: Hedy Losaria Capul, age 79, of Pelkie, MI passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 14, 2021, in Howell, MI with her family nearby. Hedy was born on August 29, 1942 in Lezo, Aklan, Philippines, daughter of Nicolas and Osita (Marte) Losaria. She graduated …

Yom Kippur is a time of reflection in the Jewish community, and at sundown tonight marks the beginning of the day long observance, resident David Holden expressed. The Temple Jacob in Hancock, Michigan is the second oldest active synagogue in the state. And the temple estimates that there are close …

The Houghton County Appointment Committee names Lieutenant Detective Josh Saaranen as Brian McLean’s replacement. Saaranen was one of seven candidates who put his name into consideration, including submission of a cover letter and recommendations, plus a public interview held September 8th. He was picked after two rounds of voting Wednesday …

The Houghton County commissioners showed gratitude last night toward areas of growth. With the 2020 census numbers having been released earlier in the month, Houghton County was the only county in the Upper Peninsula to grow over the previous decade. Commissioner Anderson said he was proud of the work done …

As received from the Erickson Crowley Peterson Funeral Home: Bob “Barney” Baranowski, 76, of Calumet, passed away September 13, 2021 at U.P. Health System Marquette. Bob was born on November 6, 1944 in Calumet, son of Leo and Gladys (Johnson) Baranowski. He graduated Calumet High School he was an outstanding …