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The “boil water” advisory stemming from the recent water main repair in Adams Township has been expanded. The Western U.P. Health Department now says the advisory is in effect for all municipal water customers in Adams Township (Atlantic Mine and all parts north), Portage Township, the City of Hancock, and …

The Calumet-Laurium-Keweenaw Board of Education had lots to cover at their monthly meeting Tuesday evening. March 2nd thru the 6th was declared National Breakfast Week, and they congratulated Food Service staff for their hard work and loyal service to the school district. Multiple students who were part of this year’s …

Governor Whitmer and Liesl Clark,  Director of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy have sent a letter to administrators of the Environmental Protection Agency, detailing why they should follow Michigan’s lead in lowering the Action Level for lead in drinking water. Currently, changes which would cut the pace of lead service …

A basketball game of significance takes place today. Hancock Middle School, has been awarded Special Olympic Unified Champion School status, and will host their first basketball game, at  the high school at 12:30p. The Unified Champion School Program promotes inclusion for all students, through school activities. The program also supports …

 Copper Country ISD students were recently in Escanaba to compete in the regional Skills USA Automotive Competition, and they made Copper Country proud. The event showcases  the best career and technical education services, from the U.P. Nine students competed, taking 6 of the top 12 spots. Winners included Zander Worm …

If you’re looking for entertainment this weekend, Houghton Middle School has you covered. This Friday and Saturday, starting at 7pm, the Drama Club will be  presenting 4 scary stories. Welcome to the Haunted House has stranded students taking shelter in an old mansion after their vehicle breaks down. Midnight Wax …

U.P. Health System Portage has once again won a 5 star rating from the latest round of Overall Hospital Quality Star Ratings from the Centers for Medicaid and Medicare Services. With their latest ranking, UP Health System Portage is now in the top 11% of all US hospitals, in regards …

The Houghton City Council held their monthly meeting last night. The previous night’s meeting was briefly discussed, and City Manager Eric Waara was commended for his handling of that meeting. The parking decks were once again brought up, and a presentation was given, weighing the pros and cons of keeping …

High School In high school hockey this evening… – Calumet entertains Negaunee. – Jeffers welcomes Kingsford. Our broadcast will begin around 6:40 on KBear 102.3 and KBear102.com In girls high school basketball tonight… – Houghton journeys to Ontonagon. – Lake Linden-Hubbell hosts Baraga in a Spirit Week contest. – Dollar …

­­Water service is restored to Adams Township Water Customers.  Now that it has the township has made this announcement: “A mandatory boil advisory will go into place. This is a routine procedure to be followed if the water system loses pressure for a significant amount of time.Residents will need to boil …