High School Calumet won the Division Three girls regional basketball title last night, defeating Saint Ignace 65-55 in overtime. The Copper Kings got off to a slow start, scoring just six points in the first quarter. They found their footing with 22 points in the second quarter, and led by …
Read More »Women advised to delay mammogram after vaccine
The Society of Breast Imaging has issued new guidance for women who have recently received the COVID-19 vaccine. After getting the Johnson and Johnson version, or the second dose of the Pfizer and Moderna options, it is recommended that you avoid mammograms for four to six weeks. Western UP Health …
Read More »IRS warns about scam targeting colleges
The Internal Revenue Service posted a warning on its website Tuesday about a tax refund scam that targets college employees and students through .edu email addresses. The messages ask recipients to click a link provided in the body that redirects to data fields asking for sensitive information like your social …
Read More »Mud season use can damage recreation trails
Michigan’s Department of Natural Resources is reminding bikers and hikers to treat trails gingerly in the coming weeks. As snows recede, water pools on dirt trails creating muddy conditions. The soft ground is malleable and can be damaged when used by mountain bikers or even those on foot. The DNR …
Read More »COVID-19 calms again throughout the Copper Country
COVID-19 activity has not fallen to the lows seen in late February and early March, but Tuesday’s update represents a significantly better situation than in recent reports. In Houghton, Baraga, and Keweenaw Counties there were only 18 new cases over the weekend. That stands in stark contrast to the nearly …
Read More »Grant application approved for Navy Street purchase
UPDATE: The City of Hancock has provided Keweenaw Report with the full presentation explaining the new logo and how it was designed. CoHancock-Logo-Concept-PresentationDownload The Hancock City Council held a snappy, 40-minute special session on Tuesday in which it approved three measures. It resolved a matter that had been tabled at …
Read More »Jeffers, Chassell Boys End Hoops Seasons – Wednesday Sports Wrap
High School In boys basketball tournament regional semifinals last night… • In Division Four, Chassell fell to Bessemer 69-55. • In Division Three, Jeffers’ season ended with a 71-50 loss to Iron Mountain. Johnny Schutz led the Jets with 21 points, and Christian Hocking added 17. Foster Wonders scored 34 …
Read More »Local 4-H’er named to state council
Houghton-Keweenaw County 4-H member Micaela Geborkoff has been named to the statewide Youth Leadership Council. The body consists of only 12 members and any appointment requires a multi-stage application process. Geborkoff had to submit at least one reference and pass through a group interview session to get the nod. The …
Read More »“Cat burglar” arraigned
52-year-old Warren Meyers of Calumet was arraigned Monday in 97th District Court for an incident that has earned him the “cat burglar” nickname on social media. He will stand trial for four felony charges, including Home Invasion – First Degree, Weapons/Firearms – Receiving and Concealing, Weapons/Firearms – Possession By A …
Read More »Drug Take Back Day date announced
National Prescription Drug Take Back Day happens twice a year and continues to set records. The Drug Enforcement Agency says its last event brought in nearly 500 tons. The next one is set for Saturday, April 24th and the website is promising a list of local law enforcement agencies that …
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