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Judging was held this morning for the Michigan Tech Winter Carnival Statue Competition. This year, there were three division for the Month-Long Statues — Men, Women and Co-Ed. The top three were selected in each division while the top three scores among all divisions were placed into the “Overall Month-Long” …

When do you think spring will come and sink the snowmobile into Portage Lake? Place your bets now for a chance to win the grand prize. A vintage snowmobile (sled) was placed on the frozen Houghton Canal in early February as part of the “Sink the Sled” Contest sponsored by …

A new restaurant is now open in downtown Hancock that features flavors from south of the border. La Cantina Restaurant opened its doors for the first time Wednesday, just in time for Winter Carnival. The menu features a wide  variety of traditional Mexican favorites, which come with complimentary chips and …

The City of Houghton is beginning the process to develop their budget for the 2017-2018 fiscal year. Prior to their regular meeting Wednesday, the city council held a pre-budget work session to talk about priorities for the construction season. Projects in West and East Houghton Parks were discussed, with the …

News that exploratory drilling has begun near the Porcupines Mountains Wilderness State Park has sparked outrage from at least one environmental group. The Upper Peninsula Environmental Coalition issued a press release blasting the Michigan Department of Natural Resources for issuing the permit for the drilling and then announcing it after …

Click on the highlighted scores for more game details. High School In high school hockey tonight… – Calumet welcomes Negaunee. Our pregame coverage will begin around 7:00 on KBear 102.3 and KBear102.com – Hancock skates at Marquette. – L’Anse travels to Kingsford. In girls basketball tonight… – Houghton welcomes Ontonagon. …

A South Range man is facing five felony drug charges after being arrested in Houghton County. On Tuesday, detectives from the Upper Peninsula Substance Enforcement Team (UPSET) conducted an investigation that led to the arrest of 24 year old Charles Lester Knuckles. The suspect was arrested at his residence in South …

Western U.P. Health Department, in conjunction with My Community Dental Centers and local dentists, reminds you to give your child a smile that lasts a lifetime. February is National Children’s Dental Health Month, which brings an increased focus on the importance of regular dental check-ups and a balanced diet. The …

CALUMET, Mich. – Calumet High School (CHS) and Aspirus Keweenaw Hospital are partnering once again for the Jersey Fund in support of local cancer care. The Jersey Fund is a collaborative effort between CHS students and Aspirus to help bring extra comfort to oncology patients during their care. Funds are …

Music, food, fun and of course plenty of snow, are in store as Michigan Tech’s annual Winter Carnival officially gets underway today with the legendary All-nighter. This year’s theme is “Snow Cascades Across the Decades.” Blue Key Honor Society President Brad Torni says Carnival comes just in time. Events will …