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Michigan DNR release survey for the Keweenaw Point and Fort Wilkins Historic State Park

Michigan Department of Natural Resources seeks public input for a new general management plan in Keweenaw Point and Fort Wilkins Historic State Park. These plans will guide the protection of natural resources and landscapes with historical significance and enhance recreational opportunities in the area. The Department has released a survey …

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Copper Country kids take in a show supported by Incredible Bank and the Rozsa Center

Halloween creates special memories for children around the country. Especially when the community offers opportunities to get dressed up, stay in character, and gain a little inspiration. This weekend The Rozsa Center offers its Class Acts program to copper country kids, with support from Incredible Bank. Schools sent close to …

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Northern Hardwoods Lumber invests in energy efficiency upgrades with support from state and MEDC funding

The state of Michigan and MEDC announce a five million dollar investment that supports energy efficiency upgrades at a Houghton County lumber manufacturer. On Thursday Governor Whitmer’s office and the Michigan Economic Development Corporation announced Northern Hardwoods Lumber in Atlantic Mine, and Cedar Street Real Estate will receive a share …

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Representative Jack Bergman and candidate Callie Barr address challenges in the western Upper Peninsula

Northern Michigan and the Upper Peninsula residents will decide on the district’s representation in November. The Michigan first district in the United States Congress features a race between incumbent representative Jack Bergman and Traverse City attorney Callie Barr. Representative Bergman seeks a fifth term representing residents adding he still has …

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UPPCO warns customers of scammers following an incident ending in murder downstate

UPPCO warns customers of a scammers increasing their presence in the state. Earlier this week UPPCO issued a warning to residents in Oakland County after two men posing as utility workers entered a 72 year old man’s home under the guise of conducting an investigation of a gas leak. The …

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Sweeps Rule in Thursday’s HS Volleyball – Friday Sports Wrap

Click on the highlighted scores for more game details. High School In high school volleyball last night… Calumet wiped out Westwood 3-0 (25-9, 25-10, 25-10). Allie Bjorn had six kills and six aces; Maddie Torola 13 kills and three aces; Millie Loukus and Bella Coppo each had 11 assists; and …

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The Nature Conservancy encourages completing the Keweenaw County Recreation Survey

The Nature Conservancy encourages residents to take the Keweenaw County recreation survey. In a recent newsletter from The Nature Conservancy announcing dates for upcoming information sessions, the group also encouraged people taking the Keweenaw County Recreation survey. Recreation plans last for five years, and can include goals community recreation desires, …

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ATC announces planned power outage for Baraga Township and L’Anse

A planned electric outage will impact customers next week in Baraga County. Starting Wednesday evening ATC has planned an electricity outage for Baraga Township and the Village of L’Anse. Power will be restored by 6am Thursday morning. ATC says the outage will enable crews to safely replace four electric poles …

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Goblins, Superheroes, and characters returning to Shelden Avenue for Treat Street in Houghton

Halloween is just around the corner. But downtown Houghton will fill with costumed characters on Saturday. Treat Street has been a community favorite event. As the event has grown in popularity, Business development coordinator Amy Zawada says the city has moved around traffic during the two hours. Invited the Keweenaw …

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MI TRALE encourages public comment for a project proposal creating access to the South Branch of the Ontonagon River

MI TRALE encourages public comment for the Ottawa National Forest’s proposed South Branch of the Orntonagon River Canoe Landing Project. The Ottawa National Forest has proposed creating a new carry-in canoe launch and parking area along a segment of the south branch of the Ontonagon River, formerly owned by UPPCO. …

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