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Wolverines invite non-profits to benefit from Chuck-A-Puck

The Calumet Wolverines Senior “A” Hockey Club is seeking non-profit organizations to partner with the Wolverines to host Chuck-A-Puck at each of its more than a dozen home hockey games during the 2017-18 season. “This is a great opportunity for a non-profit organization to raise money and awareness for their …

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Enjoying The Winter Wonderland At The Porkies

Despite the frigid conditions found in the Keweenaw this time of year, many get out and embrace what winter has to offer through a series of outdoor activities put on by the Department of Natural Resources.   Many state parks close for the winter months, but one park that remains …

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Hope House Granted 501(c)(3) Status

The Hope House Homeless Shelter is now recognized as a 501(c)(3) organization by the IRS. Shelter president John Niemela made the announcement over the weekend. The non-profit status means that donations made to the shelter after June 30th of last year are tax exempt. Hope House had sought to begin …

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Houghton Looking To Improve Recycling Participation

The City of Houghton continues to try and encourage residents to use the curbside recycling service. Winter weather can reduce the number of people willing to participate in the program. Even so, City Manager Eric Waara says program is catching on. Waara said, “Culturally, I think people have really embraced it. …

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Green Lights On Plow Trucks Getting Noticed By Drivers

January 10, 2018 — Where are the plow trucks? With more widespread use of flashing green lights on state and local winter maintenance vehicles, Michigan drivers can spot them more easily, even during whiteout conditions. In this second winter since the Michigan Legislature passed a bill allowing public maintenance vehicles …

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