LANSING—State Rep. Scott Dianda (D-Calumet) was sworn in Wednesday beginning his third and final term, due to term limits, at the official opening of the 99th session of the Michigan House of Representatives at the state Capitol in Lansing. “I’m honored to once again serve the residents of House District 110 …
Read More »Bergman Selected To Serve On Veterans’ Affairs Committee
WASHINGTON – Rep. Jack Bergman’s (MI-1) office announced today that he has been selected to serve on the House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs. Bergman, a Veteran of the Vietnam War, served as a 3-Star Lieutenant General in the U.S. Marine Corps and brings that unique perspective to the committee’s operations. …
Read More »PTO Raising Money For C.J. Sullivan Playground Project
The playground equipment at the C. J. Sullivan Elementary School in L’Anse is 30 years old. The Parent-Teacher Organization would like to replace the deteriorating equipment with a new, interactive playground that will stimulate a child’s physical and emotional abilities. C. J. Sullivan Elementary PTO Member Carrie Rich said, “It’s …
Read More »Heikki Lunta Go Away! Snow Keeping Local DPW’s Busy
The main topic of discussion at Wednesday’s Houghton City Council meeting was the same that everyone is talking about—the snow. City Manager Eric Waara said crews are working day and night, often only being given a few hours to sleep before going back out again. Snow removal crews will be …
Read More »Gremlin Boys Fall to Modeltowners – Thursday Sports Wrap
Click on the highlighted scores for more game details. High School In boys high school basketball last night… – Houghton fell to Gwinn 62-44. On the boys schedule tonight… – Calumet welcomes West Iron County. – Dollar Bay-Tamarack City plays at Hancock. – Jeffers visits Lake Linden-Hubbell. – Chassell tips …
Read More »CLK School Board Recognized For Their Effort
The pieces are in place for the CLK School Board for 2017. School board president Phyllis Locatelli, Vice President Michael Luoma, Secretary Melanie Parker, Treasurer Larry Kistapovich and Trustees Jim Vertin, Jason Wickstrom and Daniel Zubiena were recognized by community and business leaders as well as students, parents, teachers and …
Read More »Throwing Trash In Recycling Area Is Considered Littering
The Houghton County Board of Commissioners may have found a solution to the problem of people throwing household garbage into the recycling area of the Houghton County Transfer Station. The act is considered littering and is civil infraction punishable by a fine and even up to three months in jail. …
Read More »Houghton County Arena Improvement Costs Rising
Commissioner Scott Ala gave an update to the Houghton County Board of Commissioners on the needed renovations at the Houghton County Arena. Though fundraising efforts are getting underway, Ala said the cost of the ice plant equipment is going up and may run as much as half a million dollars. …
Read More »Houghton County Board Gets Organized For 2017
The first meeting of the Houghton County Board of Commissioners for 2017 featured the swearing in of officers and the election of chair and vice chair. No changes there—Al Koskela was reelected chair and Tim Palosaari is once again vice chair. The Board also approved the meeting dates and times …
Read More »Ryynanen Scores 21 as Houghton Girls Remain Unbeaten – Wednesday Sports Wrap
Click on the highlighted scores for more game details. High School In high school hockey last night… – The Negaunee at Houghton game was postponed. It will be played tonight. – The Hancock – Kingsford game was postponed. No make-up date has been announced. In boys high school basketball last …
Read More »