Family called in Laurium Police on Monday night, just after 7:00, to find a missing person. Several organizations pitched in on the search, including Michigan State Police – Calumet Post, Houghton County Sheriff’s Department, Keweenaw County Sheriff’s Department, Calumet Township Search and Rescue, Mercy EMS, and Superior Search and Rescue. …
Read More »Calumet Advances to Hockey Semis – Thursday Sports Wrap
High School Calumet advanced to the state hockey tournament semifinals with a 6-0 victory over Alpena last night. Jackson Rilei scored five goals, and added one assist. Dean Loukus had five assists, and Nolan Sturos had a goal and two assists. Aksel Loukus stopped 11 shots to earn the shutout. …
Read More »Houghton Community Broadcasting picks up three more awards
The Michigan Association of Broadcasters continues to hand out its 2020 Broadcast Excellence Awards, with your favorite radio stations picking up three additional trophies. 97.7 The Wolf got a merit award Tuesday for feature programming based on the submission of our piece, “COVID-19 and Kids.” On Wednesday, 97.7 The Wolf …
Read More »New Lake Superior smelt advisory issued
Michigan’s Department of Health and Human Services has reinforced guidance from neighboring Wisconsin to limit consumption of Lake Superior rainbow smelt due to perfluorooctane substances. The small fish is considered a delicacy by many. In Maine, smelt fries are popular events. Smelt are maybe four to seven inches long, and …
Read More »Armed robbery in Laurium
Just after 4:15 Wednesday morning, Laurium Police received an emergency call from a man whose home had been broken into. He had woken up to a gun pointed at his head. The man holding the weapon is believed to have known the homeowner. The robber was demanding the two cats …
Read More »Planning Commission hears from Charrette Institute
Holly Madill from the National Charrette Institute presented the group’s proposal to the Houghton Planning Commission Tuesday night. The organization was started in Portland, Oregon before relocating to Michigan State University in the past decade. It helps facilitate a process that allows for cities to make decisions utilizing input from …
Read More »Registration open for various outdoor activities
The summer means plenty of opportunities to engage in some good-natured competition and challenge yourself physically for all age groups. Houghton FC, a recreation soccer league, is accepting registrations for U3-U19 teams, select teams ages 13-19, and adult leagues. The program was started in 2020 and seeks to expand the …
Read More »Houghton and Hancock both racing to establish dog park
Both sides of the portage are going to man’s best friend. Recent community surveys in Houghton and Hancock have ranked the idea of a dog park high on the list of welcomed amenities. Houghton Manager Eric Waara spoke about the work being done to set up a temporary site on …
Read More »South Range fireworks a go
Fireworks will light the night sky over South Range this year. Fourth of July Committee President Mike Renier says that there will be kids events during the day, but capacity restrictions have forced the group to call off the parade. Renier says that if limits are further loosened there is …
Read More »Lakes, Hornets Boys Advance – Wednesday Sports Wrap
High School On the opening night of boys high school basketball tournament play… • In Division Four, District 98, Lake Linden-Hubbell ousted Baraga 73-51. William Lyons led the Lakes with 30 points. Steele Jondreau scored 20 for the Vikings. The Lakes will host Dollar Bay Tamarack City tomorrow at 7:00. Chassell …
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