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Copper Shores Victim Support will Host the 4th Annual Puppy Parade in Hancock

Sometimes the best ear to listen to your story is attached to that of furry friends. Pets are often a familiar face that people can confide their deepest fears, and hardest truths in. To help celebrate that relationship between people and pets, Copper Shores will host the annual Puppy Parade …

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Michigan Tech Music Brings the Mosaic for Earth to the Heart of the Great Lakes

Now that spring has entered the Copper Country, between the gusts of winds, you’ll hear the sonic symphony of songbirds returning to the region. Just in time to join their feathered friends Michigan Tech Music will present a special show that’s sure to inspire. The Mosaic of Earth, presented by …

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Visit Keweenaw Hosts Destination Northern Ontario to Study the Copper Country’s Tourism Practices

Visit Keweenaw welcomes a Canadian destination marketing organization to the Copper Country to learn about the community’s tourism practices. Visit Keweenaw will host Destination Northern Ontario today in Hancock as the group seeks to study how example communities have harnessed the tourism economy as a driver for economic growth. The …

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The Mining Action Group Voices Opposition to a Mineral Lease Between the Keweenaw Land Association and the Michigan DNR

A citizens action group has come out against the Keweenaw Land Association’s proposed mineral lease with the Michigan DNR. The Mining Action Group, connected to the Protect the Porkies campaign, announced yesterday its intent to voice opposition to the Keweenaw Land Association seeking the mineral rights to 10,000 acres of …

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Wings Win, but Fall Short of Playoffs – Wednesday Sports Wrap

Click on the highlighted scores for more game details. High School In high school baseball yesterday…• Houghton swept Westwood, 12-2 and 7-6. Henry Switzer’s bases-loaded single gave the Gremlins a walk-off win in the nightcap.• Hancock took two from L’Anse, 10-0 and 5-4.• Ewen-Trout Creek v Gogebic – no report. …

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Baraga Chamber of Commerce Hosting Annual Mix and Mingle in Support of Local Scholarships

Baraga County’s annual Mix and Mingle will return at the end of the week. The Baraga County Chamber of Commerce plans to host its annual Keweenaw Bay and Beyond Mix and Mingle this Friday at the L’Anse Golf Course. The evening includes refreshments, and an auction, and supports the Baraga …

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Jacob Kempainen Found Competent to Stand Trial

The second individual accused of murder in Hancock Township has been deemed competent to stand trial. Jacob Kempainen 21 years old of Hartland, Wisconsin, accused of murdering his grandfather Alvin Kempainien in late 2023, was found competent to stand trial following a psychological evaluation. Kempainen is charged with homicide – …

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Visit Keweenaw Host the University of Michigan Economic Growth Institute During a Special Sustainable Tourism Presentation

Over the years the tourism industry has grown as a pillar of the Upper Peninsula’s economy. Tomorrow Visit Keweenaw will host a special edition of the sustainable tourism series, Unlocking Tourism’s Economic Power: Study Reveals Western UP’s Impact on Michigan’s Economy. To help share information with local business leaders, and …

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CCISD CTE Donation Raises $1,500 for Camp Josh

Copper County ISD CTE students help support Camp Josh projects donated to the annual fundraiser banquet earlier this month. Students in the CCISD Career and Technical Education Welding and Manufacturing program built a fireplace and bench for the Camp Josh fundraiser silent auction. The pieces sold for an impressive 1,500 …

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