Click on the highlights for more details. Team CC Team Copper Country dominated state tournament play in Marquette over the weekend. After sweeping its three pool games Friday and Saturday by a combined score of 29-2, Team CC dispatched the Oakland Junior Grizzlies 4-1 in the semifinals yesterday morning. After …
Read More »MTU Claims WCHA Title; Chassell Girls Are State Runners-Up – Sunday Sports Wrap
Click on the highlights for more details. MTU The Michigan Tech hockey team blanked Northern Michigan University 2-0 last night to win the Western Collegiate Hockey Association tournament title. After a scoreless first period, Greyson Reitmeier put the Huskies on top early in the second stanza. Meanwhile, goaltender Patrick Munson and …
Read More »1st District House Candidate Draws Endorsement
U.S. House of Representatives candidate candidate Matt Morgan has been endorsed by the Upper Peninsula Michigan Building and Construction Trades Council. Morgan is the only Democrat currently competing for the opportunity to face Republican Jack Bergman in the November general election. “I’m honored to be endorsed by the UP Building …
Read More »Marquette Meth Lab Busted
Two men have been arrested following a raid on a suspected meth lab in a house on Fair Street in Marquette yesterday. Detectives assigned to the Upper Peninsula Substance Enforcement Team (UPSET) entered the home with a search warrant. They say they found methamphetamine, two firearms, and so much hazardous …
Read More »Team CC Opens State Title Quest with Big Win – Saturday Sports Wrap
Click on the highlights for more details. Team CC Team Copper Country opened its quest for a state championship last night by routing the Kensington Valley Raiders 9-1. Sam Erkkila, Dawson McKay and Alex Nordstrom each scored twice, as Team CC outshot the Raiders 40-24. Play will conclude in Pool …
Read More »DNR To Limit Number Of Backcountry Campsites At Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources will limit the number of designated backcountry campsites at Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park, to better protect park resources and help ensure a quality backcountry camping experience. At roughly 60,000 acres, Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park is Michigan’s largest state park, home to towering old-growth …
Read More »Volunteers Needed For 31 Backpacks Big Pack
31 Backpacks needs your help to make sure kids have enough food for Spring Break. Many families depend on local schools for help feeding their children and when school is not in session, many of those kids go hungry. The Big Pack is when volunteers gather to package food for …
Read More »Local Judge Honored With Treatment Court Hero Award
A local judge is being recognized for his efforts in managing criminal cases that result from drug addiction. 97th District Court Judge Mark Wisti has received an annual Treatment Court Hero Award from the Michigan Association of Treatment Court Professionals. As he reviews cases everyday, Judge Mark Wisti has …
Read More »Baraga Woman Charged With Embezzlement
A Baraga woman is facing 11 felony charges after being arrested for embezzlement from a bar. 43-year-old Kelly Tapani was arraigned Thursday in Keweenaw County 97th District Court. She was arrested Wednesday after a several month long investigation conducted by the Keweenaw County Sheriff’s Office. Tapani faces charges of embezzlement …
Read More »Chassell Girls Advance to State Hoops Title Game – Friday Sports Wrap
Click on the highlights for more details. High School The Chassell girls basketball team will play for a state title tomorrow. The Panthers advanced with a 55-51 victory over Waterford Our Lady in the semifinals yesterday. Chassell struggled early against Our Lady’s press, and trailed by nine at halftime. A …
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