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HOUGHTON, Mich. – More than 20 organizations are coming together in the Copper Country Mall commons area to share information with residents about important services and resources available locally. The local Human Services EXPO takes place at the mall in Houghton on Tuesday, Oct. 24, from noon until 2 p.m. …

The Baraga County Shelter Home is hosting a “Hearts and Hands” Fashion Show Fundraiser Monday, October 16 at the Baraga Lakeside Inn. The show features the clothing of Michigamme’s Crock & Rocker and begins with a browsing and social hour at 5p.m. accompanied by the music of local musician Belinda …

In celebration of the 25th anniversary of the Keweenaw National Historical Park, the Calumet Theatre is hosting the Red Jacket Jamboree this weekend. The jamboree is a live variety radio show, recorded in front of the theater audience, and will showcase music, poems and stories of the Copper Country and …

Hundreds of pets across the state are expected to find forever homes this Saturday. It’s part of the BISSELL Pet Foundation effort to Empty The Shelters, and it includes the Copper Country Humane Society. The Grand Rapids-based nonprofit will pay adoption fees at more than 75 shelters and rescue organizations …

A complaint to the Michigan State Historic Preservation Office concerning a possible sale of the Keweenaw Mountain Lodge to Anthony Lane Partners (ALP) has led to a pause in the sale process. Keweenaw County had agreed to accept ALP’s Intent To Purchase proposal which opened the doors to discuss a …

The Portage Lake District Library invites everyone who loves to write to explore their creative talents at a series of writing “prep sessions” designed for those who accept the challenge of National Novel Writing Month. Known as the largest writing event in the world, the National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo) …

LAURIUM, Mich. – An elegant evening with black tablecloths and live classic guitar music awaits all ladies at Aspirus Keweenaw Hospital and Clinics’ next Aspiring Women event. The Fun & Fancy – Girls & Pearls FREE Girls’ Night Out takes place from 5:30 to 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 17, …

Throughout the 2017-18 academic year, Finlandia University’s International School of Art & Design will host immersive opportunities for prospective art students to meet staff and students, gain experience as artists, and explore Finlandia’s first-class studio spaces. “The experience of being an art student at Finlandia is amazing, and we’re proud …

Hancock High School teacher Matt Griffith teaches 10th grade World History, using a unique teaching method implementing modern music and required silliness as an everyday part of his class. Griffith says these methods help students to retain the information that they are learning. “The more fun we have in class, …

An update on a feasibility study of an Upper Peninsula mining project is now available. The study focuses on the Copperwood Project, being developed by the Canadian exploration company, Highland Copper. They also have an update on the most recent activities concerning the White Pine North project and the UPX …