Despite a dry February, Great Lakes water levels are still near record highs, and could continue to wreak havoc on Michigan’s Shoreline communities and infrastructure. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Detroit District, is reporting Lakes Michigan,  Superior, Huron and Erie set new monthly records for February 2020. The Great …

Starting today Spring weight restrictions all state trunklines will be in effect, until further notice. State Trunkline Roads typically begin with M or US designations. Last week, Houghton, Keweenaw, Baraga and Ontonagon Counties imposed weight restrictions on local roads. Signs are not posted, but the restrictions will be enforced. Trucks …

Don’t forget to vote in tomorrow’s presidential primary. All registered voters are welcome to participate. The state has taken measures for the tightest election security ever, ensuring votes will be properly counted, and results reported accurately. Polls open at 7am, and are open til 8pm, however Gogebic, Iron, Dickinson and …

Governor Whitmer has announced the Michigan Medicaid Program will waive copays and and cost sharing for Coronavirus testing and healthcare. In addition to the Michigan Medicaid Program other insurance agencies such as Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, Blue Care Network of Michigan, Priority Health, CVS Health, McLaren and Meridian …

The 40th Annual UP Health System Great Bear Chase Ski Marathon was once again, a huge success. A record breaking 866 skiers, some as far as Idaho and New York, came out to the Swedetown Trails in Calumet, to compete. Conditions were perfect and since 80% of the participants are …

The U.P Regional Blood Center is in dire need of O negative, A negative and B negative blood types. The U.P. Regional Blood Center has a collection site in Hancock. Check out their website for more information. Please donate if you can, and save a life or two. 

Michigan Senator Gary Peters has announced he has helped pass a bipartisan funding bill which addresses the growing concerns around the Coronavirus, which includes $14.5 Million in resources for Michigan. The funding includes personal protective gear such as masks and gloves. Reimbursement for state and local governments for detection and …

The Keweenaw Chamber of Commerce held their 2019 Spark Plug Awards, which showcase local businesses, organizations, community projects and individuals, for their efforts and also celebrates community accomplishments. Winners included Northern Hardwoods, in the Growth Category.  Customer Service Award, going to Keweenaw Adventure Company, Innovation/Transformation Award was given to REL, …

Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson has announced security for Michigan’s presidential primary, has never been stronger. Benson also warned due to new rules in absentee voting, coupled with new security measures, election results, will most likely come later, than in elections past. “My administration has done significant work to bolster …

Not even a snowstorm kept over 400 9th grade students from researching post-secondary options at the 2020 College & Career Fair, hosted by TRIO Pre-College Programs, and sponsored by Portage Health Foundation. More than 400 students from the Copper Country attended the fair, and spoke with local professionals from all …