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Free WiFi hotspots are coming to Baraga, Houghton, Keweenaw and Ontonagon Counties,  thanks to a partnership between the Portage Health Foundation, UP.Net, Peninsula Fiber Network and REMC1. Executive Director Kevin Store spoke of the need for connectivity, especially in a time where online learning and working from home are the …

With certain sectors of the Upper Peninsula and northern parts of the Lower Peninsula, set to reopen after midnight, InvestUP has turned to the international law offices of Miller Canfield, based out of Detroit, to help business owners take advantage of the newly signed executive orders, while doing their part, …

High School Alex Studebaker and Andrea Kariniemi have received the two top athletic honors presented each year by Calumet High School. Kariniemi claimed the Holly Jean McCullah Award by earning six varsity letters – two each in volleyball and softball, and one each in basketball and track. She was named …

Earlier today, Governor Whitmer held a press conference. She began with an update on the flooding in Midland, and also had this to say. She also commented on a series of executive orders she signed. Retail establishments are also allowed to reopen by appointment with 10 or less customers at …

Will President Trump wear a mask or not? That’s the question most people are asking as President Trump comes to Michigan today, to visit a Ford Plant in Ypsilanti, which is working with General Electric, to produce ventilators used to help patients battling COVID-19. Ford Motor Company has informed the …

Michigan Tech’s tuition will go up 3% for in state students, and approximately 3.8% for out of state students. The news came from their monthly Board of Trustees meeting yesterday. The Board also approved a balanced budget for the 2021 fiscal year. There will be an $18 million deficit, due …

The City of Hancock’s application to take part in the national flood insurance program, has been approved, in a letter from FEMA. This was announced last night, during Hancock’s City Council Meeting. Acting City Manager Mary Babcock gave updates. The city campground hopes to open on June 15th, provided Governor …

Finlandia The Finlandia University baseball team has landed a new recruit. Chase Sides is an outfielder from Millport, Alabama. NBA The NBA is focusing on Orlando, Florida, as a single-site venue at which it could conclude its season. Disney’s Wide World of Sports complex has multiple courts, including some that …

Keeping in line with guidelines set forth by the White House, CDC and State of Michigan, Isle Royale National Park has delayed their seasonal opening until further notice. Ferry service for Ranger III, Voyageur II, Sea Hunter III and Royal Queen IV will not be running this year. The Rock …

With sectors of the economy getting set to reopen this Friday, Kate Beer from the Western Upper Peninsula Health Department explained what they’re doing to help businesses open, while slowing the spread of COVID-19. Bars and restaurants in the U.P. and the northern part of the Lower Peninsula can reopen …