David Mark Ekdahl, aged 56, passed away at his home in Baraga, MI on May 24th, 2019. He was born on March 14th, 1963 in L’Anse, MI to Paul and Philomena (Loonsfoot) Ekdahl. David graduated from Baraga High School in 1981 and was an Assistant Manager at the Press Box …

Ahmeek Benedict “Benny” Sager, 77, a resident of Ahmeek passed away at the Houghton County Medical Care Facility on Friday May 24, 2019. He was born on April 23, 1942 in Ahmeek a son of the late Joseph and Beatrice (Lloyd) Sager. He attended the local schools. Ben is preceded …

Hubbell: Ronald “Roop” Messner, 82, of Hubbell, passed away at his home on May 26, 2019, with his family by his side. He was born on November 28, 1936, a son of Floyd and Jenny Messner. He was a graduate of Lake Linden-Hubbell High School. He served in the U.S. …

On this week’s Copper Country Today, Rick Allen talks with Dr. Terry Frankovich, Medical Director for the Western UP Health Department, about the benefits of vaccines. In the second segment, Rick is joined by Dr. Tara Robinette and Emily Roche from UP Health System—Portage to talk about the new Express …

North Woods Conservancy may have a different name, but their purpose is still the same. The new name of the organization is Keweenaw Natural Areas and President John Griffith says the change more accurately reflects the group’s location and mission.  Some of the materials still have NWC on them, but …

Reforming the auto insurance is much closer to becoming a reality after a deal was struck between Governor Gretchen Whitmer and Republicans in the state legislature. Details have not been announced but a vote is expected Friday and Whitmer says she will sign it into law. Republicans have pushed to …

Hancock’s Andrew Olson is the recipient of the annual Houghton-Keweenaw County 4-H Senior Scholarship. The award recognizes Olson for his active participation in 4-H and outstanding application that highlighted the positive impact that 4-H had on his life. He has served as co-president of the Copper Tips 4-H Archery Club …

The following press release was issued by Michigan Tech’s news writer, Mark Wilcox: Michigan Technological University’s Summer Youth Program (SYP) is gearing up for another exciting season of learning, adventure and fun. More than a summer camp, over 1,000 students from throughout the world will come to the Houghton, Michigan …

Lela and Mike Lutz, Rotary representative Chassell’s Lela Rautiola is the recipient of a $1,000 scholarship from the Houghton Rotary Club. The Houghton Rotary plans to award one scholarship each year to a CTE student who plans to pursue further education in a CTE field. The recipients of the 2019 …

A settlement on a request to increase electric rates by the Upper Peninsula Power Company means most electric utility customers will see their power bills drop slightly while a few will see a slight increase. The agreement was approved Thursday by the Michigan Public Service Commission after there was no …