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The Keweenaw Peninsula has been a long-time favorite destination among nether light spotters for a few years. That’s because the region is home to expansive views to the north and a history of spectacular light shows. And communities who have committed to protecting the Keweenaw’s dark skies. Visit Keweenaw has …

Across the Upper Peninsula, veterans step up within their communities and are remembered for their service to the country. Tomorrow marks the 75th Veterans Day in the United States, which was first organized by a World War Two veteran in 1947 in Alabama. It was held November 11th, at the …

Click on the highlighted scores for additional game details. High School The Calumet High School volleyball team claimed a regional title last evening, with a 3-0 (25-12, 25-19, 25-18) victory over Roscommon. Unofficially, Allison Bjorn led the Copper Kings with 15 kills. Jackie Kiilunen added seven. The Copper Kings will …

For a little more than a decade Copper Country youth have had an option to learn music for free. Thanks in great part to the Dan Schmitt gift of music. Throughout the year music teachers with the Gift of Music help share their creative talents with youth in the Keweenaw …

From boutique styles for mom and tools for dad to some great deals on dining options, there are plenty of great shops getting the community ready for the holiday season. Today and tomorrow, all afternoon in downtown Houghton, participating businesses will offer great holiday deals during ladies’ night in Houghton. …

The vast majority of the Lakeshore Drive project has been completed. Beyond some minor touches to complete the look of the area, the former site of the downtown parking deck has opened. This morning Houghton gathered city officials, business leaders in the area, and residents to cut the ribbon on …

For 75 years the Gay Volunteer Fire Department has served their community in times of crisis. And since 1971 the Gay Volunteer Fire Auxiliary has been there to support the men and women of the fire department. This year the auxiliary will join other Copper Country non-profits benefiting from the …

Houghton’s police department joins an elite group of law enforcement agencies after becoming officially accredited. The Houghton Police Department is one of 63 departments in the state, and one of two now in the Upper Peninsula, to request and obtain this professional standards status. Across Michigan, there are nearly 600 …

Click on the highlighted scores for additional game details. High School High school volleyball tournament regional finals will be played tonight…• In Division Three, Calumet will face Roscommon at 7:00 at Manistique. Coverage will begin at 6:40 on the Voice of the Copper Kings, KBear 102.3. In other regional finals …

Activity is picking up at a potential new copper mine in Gogebic County. Highland Copper Company says it has initiated site activity at the Copperwood Mine north of Bessemer. Officials report they have satisfied their initial wetland permit obligations, and begun environmental mitigation projects. Highland’s Wetlands and Streams Permit required …