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Michigan Tech’s Rozsa Center  and Department of Visual and Performing Arts is hosting Superior Wilderness through September 16th. The Display features work from artists who spent time on Isle Royale, when they took part in the National Park’s Artist-in-Residence program. Works from various poets, painters, printmakers and book artists are …

During the history of the U.S. Michigan’s manufacturing community has always been highly adaptable to whatever situation came it’s way. Events like the Great Depression, WWII and even 9/11 have challenged how we define normal, and  the COVID-19 pandemic is no different. The manufacturing community has seen the global supply …

High School In high school volleyball last night…• Chassell defeated Hancock 3-1 (25-13, 25-19, 15-25, 25-21).• Houghton blanked Gwinn 3-0.• L’Anse stopped Lake Linden-Hubbell 3-0.• Ontonagon shut down Dollar Bay-Tamarack City 3-0.• Ewen-Trout Creek fell to Wakefield-Marenisco 3-0. Tonight, Calumet entertains West Iron County. MLB The Detroit Tigers pounded the …

Two bills have been introduced to the legislature, aimed at making life easier for Michiganders. HB 5250 would eliminate the need for annual license plate tags. Representative Matt Maddock, who introduced the bills, said “Over 60% of the foot traffic volume at a Secretary of State Office relates to obtaining …

The Michigan Center for Truck Safety is launching a campaign this Labor Day weekend, urging truck drivers and motorists to use extra caution on Michigan roadways. A 32% increase in crashes involving trucks and buses in the last five years, prompted the campaign. Michelle Zemla, project director for MCTS said …

Finlandia University’s Giving Day is going on right now. The Alumni Board hopes to raise $30,000 to help out with costs for their safe open plan. Money raised, will go to baseline COVID-19 testing, personal protective equipment and safe campus upgrades for everyone returning to campus this fall. A link …

Governor Whitmer has extended her executive order, which allows business to be conducted remotely, by permitting the expanded use of e-notaries and e-signatures. Governor Whitmer went on to say “This executive order will protect more people during this ongoing public health crisis by reducing unnecessary interactions while providing a pathway …

Michigan’s Department of Health and Human Services has announced a $25 million grant, funded by the CARES Act, that will keep hospitals and other healthcare facilities stocked with personal protective equipment for the next 90 days. Governor Whitmer had this to say “This grant will put CARES Act dollars to …

The Upper Peninsula Environmental Coalition invites you to be a part of their next livestream, featuring Zena Huhta, from the Keweenaw Bay Indian Community, as she discusses beach clean up and testing water for E.coli, for not only the safety of our residents, but our visitors as well.  Huhta is …

September is Suicide Prevention Month, and the Oscar G. Johnson VA Medical Center wants you to know they’re ready to help you or your loved ones. The “Be There” campaign, reminds everyone that small actions can make a big difference for veterans going through a rough patch. Sharon Anastas, suicide …