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High School In high school hockey last night, Austin Salani’s third goal of the game lifted Hancock to a 5-4 overtime win over Marquette. The Redmen had forced the extra period with a goal in the closing seconds of regulation. In high school girls basketball last night… – Hancock overcame …

This year, you can enjoy the holiday festivities knowing you’re giving the gift of an education to a local high school graduate. The Keweenaw Young Professionals and the Keweenaw Economic Development Alliance will be hosting their 4th annual Keweenaw Holiday Hoopla this Wednesday at the Continental Fire Company. KYP Board …

A public meeting is being held this week to discuss issues regarding the Ahmeek Ice Rink. Allouez Township Supervisor Mark Aho says the ice rink is not in danger of closing but a lack of volunteers had raised the possibility of reducing the availability of the rink to the public. …

Communities in the Upper Peninsula are benefitting from infrastructure upgrades made possible by the USDA Rural Development. State Director Jason Allen says northern Michigan is getting a share of the $1.2 billion investment by the Trump administration to improve water and wastewater infrastructure.  “The way the programs work is that …

A survey of Village of Baraga residents and business owners meant to gauge the community’s interest in developing a community solar project found that most people would like to see it move forward. Of the 158 household’s surveyed, 92 (58%) said that they were in favor of the Village developing …

High School In high school girls basketball last night, Houghton lost to Gwinn 59-54. In girls action tonight… – Hancock plays at Calumet – the location has been changed from the original schedule because of repair work going on in the Hancock gym. – Lake Linden-Hubbell welcomes Ontonagon. – Chassell …

If you’re a parent of a child under the age of five, you already know how tough it can be to find a safe play area for your kids in the winter season.  A local non profit organization has a solution to the winter blues for both parents and toddlers. …

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources is looking for volunteers to fulfill roles as campground hosts at Michigan state parks and rustic forest campgrounds for the 2019 season. In exchange, camping fees will be waived in some of Michigan’s favorite outdoor destinations. Volunteer campground hosts are responsible for 30 hours …

The New Beginnings Angel Mission Free Store in Calumet is running its Angel Tree campaign again this year. Stop at their store on Fifth Street, pick one or more angels from the tree, buy the requested items, and return them to the Angel Mission. The Mission will make sure they’re …

Gas prices in Michigan are declining again, after rising an average of 11 cents last week. Sunday’s state average of $2.34 per gallon is 6 cents more than a week ago, yet remains less than the previous 2018-low of $2.42 per gallon, set in February. “Despite the recent jump at …