MLB Former Detroit Tigers pitcher Blaine Hardy will miss the upcoming season after undergoing Tommy John ligament replacement surgery. Hardy spent six seasons with Detroit. He was hindered by injuries last year, and was released in October. He had been trying to catch on with the Minnesota Twins. Baseball team owners …
Read More »Brogan Announces Baraga Sheriff Run
As received from Joe Brogan: Joe Brogan of L’Anse filed paperwork and announced his candidacy for Baraga County Sheriff Friday. The Baraga County native holds a criminal justice degree from Northern Michigan University and graduated from the NMU Regional Police Academy. Brogan currently serves as Chief Deputy for Baraga County …
Read More »Western U.P. Virus “Hot Spots” Identified
The Western Upper Peninsula Health Department has issued the following information regarding places visited by a person who tested positive for COVID-19 exposure: The Western Upper Peninsula Health Department (WUPHD) has identified sites that were visited by an individual who tested positive for COVID-19. Local residents visiting these sites may …
Read More »Online Help Available For Upper Peninsula Veterans
The Oscar G. Johnson VA Medical Center in Iron Mountain wants Upper Peninsula Veterans to know they’re available to help you get through the COVID-19 pandemic. James Rice Medical Center Director said “Due to COVID-19 precautionary measures and out of concern for our veterans, we are honoring current social isolation …
Read More »Calumet Theater’s 120th Anniversary Online Presentation Tonight
Tonight is the online presentation for the Calumet Theater’s 120th Anniversary Season Schedule. The 20 minute presentation begins at 7:30pm on their Facebook page and will be available on their website, later tonight. The presentation was originally scheduled for last Friday, and included a concert by Erik Koskinen, but was …
Read More »Make Sure You’re Counted For The 2020 Census
The 2020 Census is coming up next week, and it is imperative Copper Country residents make sure they are counted. Glen Anderson, Chairman of Houghton County’s Complete Count Committee, stated that currently, Houghton County has a 22% completion rate for the Census, which is below both the state and federal …
Read More »Upper Peninsula Michigan Works CEO Offers Advice For Displaced Workers
As the COVID-19 pandemic spreads, and more people are finding themselves without a job, unemployment benefits and job searching has never been more important. Bill Raymond, CEO of the Upper Peninsula Michigan Works offered a brief history on Michigan Works. Michigan Works also works closely with the Unemployment Insurance Agency, …
Read More »Upper Peninsula Energy Task Force Has Draft Report On Propane
Governor Whitmer’s Upper Peninsula Energy Task Force has put together their Draft Report for the availability of propane in the U.P. The task force was given the job to assess the U.P.’s energy situation from both a cost and supply angle. They were in the process of holding meetings throughout …
Read More »COVID-19 Claims 1st Upper Peninsula Victim
COVID-19 has claimed the 1st person in Michigan’s Western Upper Peninsula. The Individual who passed away, was an elderly Gogebic County man, with underlying health issues. Kate Beer, Western Upper Peninsula Health Department Health Officer said “Our heartfelt sympathies and prayers go out to the family who have lost their …
Read More »Tech Football Releases 2020 Schedule – Friday Sports Wrap
MTU The Michigan Tech football team has released a 10-game schedule for next fall. The Huskies will open with a non-conference home game against McKendree University on September 12th. Their other non-GLIAC tilt will be October 3rd against Hillsdale – also at home. The Miner’s Cup game against Northern Michigan …
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