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The DNR’s Western Upper Peninsula Citizens’ Advisory Council will meet in Houghton Tuesday, July 17, exactly one month since flash flooding devastated many places in and around the Houghton-Hancock area, including state-managed trails and boating access sites. Among its agenda items, the council will get an update from DNR Parks …

The distribution process is underway for monies donated to the Disaster Relief Fund, set up by the Keweenaw Community Foundation following the Father’s Day Flood. The initial funding will result in the distribution of $1,000 Visa gift cards to those individuals whose homes falls under the majorly or completely destroyed …

Click on the blue links for more details. MLB The Detroit Tigers had yesterday off, and begin a series at Houston tonight. Mike Fiers will pitch against Dallas Keuchel. Pregame coverage will begin at 7:45 on 99.3 The Lift. The Milwaukee Brewers’ late comeback fell short in a 6-3 loss …

Another round of rain and another round of flooding. A reported three to four inches of rain fell in parts of Houghton County last night, overwhelming the local drainage system that had barely begun to recover from the damage caused in last month’s storm. M-26 had to be closed in …

Keweenaw business people offered their input and expertise yesterday as two entrepreneurs presented their ideas and business plans at the monthly 1 Million Cups gathering. This month’s meeting took place at the Portage Lake District Library, where outdoor recreation and media were the topics discussed. When someone starts a new …

LANSING, Mich. – The Michigan Public Service Commission (MPSC) today proposed a 93 cent per-meter monthly surcharge to fund the Low-Income Energy Assistance Fund (LIEAF). The Commission also is seeking public comment on the proposed surcharge (Case No. U-17377), which would be the same amount as was collected this past fiscal …

The reopening of Sharon Avenue at M-26 in Houghton is being delayed once again despite work crews best efforts. City Manager Eric Waara gave an update on the roads to the Houghton City Council at their regular meeting Wednesday. The culverts that were washed out by the June 17th storm …

Click on the blue links for more details. MLB The Tampa Bay Rays scored three times in the seventh inning, and defeated the Detroit Tigers 4-2 yesterday. Jordan Zimmermann kept the Tigers in the game through the first six innings, giving up eight hits, but allowing just one run. Tampa …

Here is the latest update from Houghton County on the flood response, released at 11:08am Wednesday, July 11th. The Houghton County Road Commission reports that 15 roads continue to remain closed due to the loss of large draining structures. The Commission is working with Michigan Department of Transportation engineers to …

With a short grow season in the Keweenaw, those who appreciate the natural beauty of flower gardens have a limited time to get out and visit them. Folks in Hancock will have the chance to do so this weekend with a guided tour showcasing some of the area’s finest. At …