High School In the boys Division Four Regional basketball semifinals at Negaunee last night, Dollar Bay-Tamarack City got off to a quick start, and advanced with a 65-56 victory over Munising. The Blue Bolts will face Forest Park for the regional title tomorrow night at 7:00 at Negaunee. The Trojans …
Read More »DNR reminds snowmobilers to watch for moose
The following press release was issued by the Michigan Department of Natural Resources: Heavy snowfall across much of the Upper Peninsula this winter is making conditions fantastic for snowmobiling, but not so great for moose and deer, resulting in riders and wildlife winding up on the same trails. Credit: Michigan …
Read More »Congressman Bergman Says Border Wall Needed
Congressman Jack Bergman is standing behind President Trump and his emergency declaration in order to fund a wall on the southern border. The Democrat-controlled US House passed a resolution opposing the declaration and even if it passes the Republicans in the Senate, Trump has vowed to veto it. Bergman voted …
Read More »Whitmer To Unveil Road Funding Plan
Governor Gretchen Whitmer says she has a plan to “fix the damn roads” by raising the fuel tax by 45 cents per gallon. The Detroit Free Press reports the proposal is part of her budget being presented to a joint session of the Michigan House and Senate today in Lansing. …
Read More »Compete in the 17th Annual High School Local History Smackdown!
Are you an area high school student interested in local history? Do you want to compete over it? If so, it’s time to get ready for the 17thAnnual High School Local History Smackdown! The Smackdown offers Copper Country high school students the chance to test their knowledge of all things …
Read More »Markkanen launches Outstanding Educator Award
Rep. Greg Markkanen, of Hancock, recently launched the Outstanding Educator Award program. Students, parents, and school faculty of the 110th district in the Upper Peninsula are encouraged to nominate local educators who have made a meaningful impact on their community. Markkanen will select three educators from the district and nominations …
Read More »Residents Invited To Rediscover The Hancock Public Library
As residents who live within the Hancock Public School District have recently seen a change in library services, they are being given the opportunity to come and explore the newly renovated facility with a social gathering set to take place this weekend. Located in the Hancock High School building, the …
Read More »Panthers, Vikes and Jets Earn Girls Hoops Tourney Wins – Monday Sports Wrap
High School On the opening night of the girls high school basketball tournament yesterday… In Division Four District 98, Chassell got past L’Anse 36-30. Jenna Pietila scored 14 for the Panthers, and Maija Rice led the Purple Hornets with 11. The Panthers will host Dollar Bay-Tamarack City in one District …
Read More »Four More Wolves Released Onto Isle Royale
The following press release was issued by Isle Royale National Park: HOUGHTON, MICH- During a narrow weather window between storms last week, Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry (OMNRF) successfully transferred four wolves to Isle Royale National Park. Earlier this winter, severe weather on both sides of the border …
Read More »Lawmakers offer tribute to western UP conservation officers
A pair of conservation officers from the Michigan Department of Natural Resources are being recognized for risking their lives to save others. State Representative Greg Markkanen presented the special tributes from the state to Officers Zach Painter and Jenni Hanson at the DNR office in Baraga on Saturday. The tributes …
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