On this week’s Copper Country Today, Rick Allen talks with John Carroll from the Calumet Colosseum about preparations to host the NHL preseason game as part of the prize for being named Hockeyville USA by Kraft. In the second segment, Rick is joined by Michigan Tech professor Brad King to …
Read More »Copper Country Today–July 14, 2019
On this week’s Copper Country Today, Rick Allen talks with Angela Luskin—Health and Fitness Manager from UP Health System—Portage as they look ahead to the Canal Run taking place July 20th. In the second segment, Rick is joined by Richard Anderson from Iron Fish Distillery and Marlin Lee from the …
Read More »Copper Country Today–July 7, 2019
On this week’s Copper Country Today, Rick Allen talks with Elise Matz to discuss her recent report on the UP energy future and the role of UPPCO on our rates. In the second segment, Rick is joined by Judy Evert from the Chassell Lions Club as they look ahead to …
Read More »Copper Country Today–June 30, 2019
On this week’s Copper Country Today, Rick Allen talks Ron Blau as the International Frisbee Tournament returns to the Copper Country so they will talk about Guts Frisbee. In the second segment, Rick is joined by Sergeant Robert Lintz, the local US Army Recruiting Officer, to talk about the opportunities …
Read More »Copper Country Today–June 23, 2019
On this week’s Copper Country Today, Rick Allen talks with Patty Cornish, Kim Picci, and Whitney Boroski from Superiorland Pet Partners as they discuss how you and your furry friend can become a certified pet therapy team. In the second segment, Rick is joined by Michigan Tech’s Faith Morrison as …
Read More »Copper Country Today–June 16, 2019
It’s been one year since the Father’s Day Flood forever changed the Copper Country. On this special edition of Copper Country Today, Rick Allen looks back at the impact of the storm, the amazing community response and recovery, and where we stand today.
Read More »Copper Country Today–June 9, 2019
On this week’s Copper Country Today, Rick Allen talks with Ryan Towles, David Crowley, and Tara Arens as they look ahead to Bridgefest taking place June 13th through the 16th. In the second segment, Rick is joined by Michigan Tech’s Trish Helsel to talk about the initiative called The Puppet …
Read More »Copper Country Today–June 2, 2019
On this week’s Copper Country Today, Rick Allen talks with John Mueller, new owner and interim general manager of the Keweenaw Mountain Lodge, about what you can expect from the Lodge this season. In the second segment, Rick is joined by Board President Diane Eschbach, Marketing Manager Charlie Eschbach and …
Read More »Copper Country Today–May 26, 2019
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 …
Read More »Copper Country Today–May 19, 2019
On this week’s Copper Country Today, Rick Allen talks Horst Schmidt from the Upper Peninsula Environmental Coalition as they tackle the topics of mining, wind farms, and the Quincy Smelter. In the second segment, Rick is joined by Kevin Store from the Portage Health Foundation as they look forward to …
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