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Learn About Local History Through The Lens

The Keweenaw National Historical Park is looking for students entering 5th or 6th grade with an interest in history, being outside, or learning about photography. The program called “My Neighborhood, My Heritage” consists of mini photo workshops that help youth learn about local history while practicing basic photography skills. Youth …

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Dial Help Expands Safety Net Program

Dial Help has expanded their UP-wide Safety Net Program to include people seeking treatment or other services for Substance Use Disorder. Funding for the program was provided in part by the Superior Health Foundation and the Walmart Foundation. The goal of the program is to offer crisis support until individuals …

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Copper Country Strawberry Festival Begins

For the 70th year in a row, the community is coming together to enjoy a special treat that is done best right here. The Copper Country Strawberry Festival gets underway today as the Chassell Lions Club once again serves up their famous strawberry shortcake. Made with strawberries grown locally, Lions …

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Sharon Avenue Could Be Opened Monday

(Houghton, MI) – Following are the latest updates regarding the flood recovery efforts in Houghton County. The Portage Health Foundation has released an application that homeowners can complete to apply for aid with repair work that is needed due to flood damage. Please call (906) 523-5920 to request an application. …

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Lehto’s Canoe Trip Cancelled

It ended soon after it started. Author Steve Lehto set out on a journey inspired by Douglass Houghton on Sunday. Traveling in a canoe, Lehto hoped to make the 1,200 mile trek from Duluth, Minnesota to Detroit. Excessive debris in Lake Superior in combination with poor weather proved to be …

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Applications For Flood Victim’s Relief Now Available

Applications are now available for Flood with Love, the flood victim’s relief program from the Portage Health Foundation. The fillable online application form can be found on the PHF website (phfgive.org) by going to the News and Events section along with many physical locations around Houghton County. Along with access …

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Tigers Fall, Crew Wins – Thursday Sports Wrap

Click on the blue links for more details. MLB The Detroit Tigers got early home runs from John Hicks and Nicholas Castellanos, but lost to the Chicago Cubs 5-2 yesterday. Francisco Liriano gave up three runs over six innings, and took the loss. Detroit nearly tied the game in the …

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