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There is only one structure spanning the Portage Canal, connecting Copper Island to the mainland. So, what would residents do if something happened to the bridge? The Portage Lift Bridge Planning Committee has been meeting every month to devise a plan in case the bridge suddenly was no longer available. …

The Houghton County Board of Commissioners are considering putting a millage proposal to address jail overcrowding on the November ballot. Commissioner Tim Palosaari suggested either 1 mill for 10 years or 0.5 mills for 20 years, to raise $4 million  to $5 million for an addition to the current jail. …

The Quincy Mine Hoist Association will be hosting the Keweenaw Time Traveler for a special History on the Hill presentation. This will be an interactive presentation by a team of Michigan Tech faculty and students…with hands-on demonstrations of this new online historical atlas of the Copper Country. The public is …

The Calumet Visitor Center at Keweenaw National Historical Park is open from Memorial Day through September 30, 2017, on a Monday – Saturday schedule from 9:00am to 5:00pm each day. Everyone is invited to visit this facility as you plan summer outings to local Keweenaw Heritage Sites or share our …

A local author has once again captured the uniqueness that is the Copper County in her latest novel. Titled simply “Copper Country”, it’s the second in the Copper Island series by Hancock author Kristin Neva. The latest book builds on the characters of Russ and Amy, who were introduced in …

North Wind Books in Hancock is hosting a four-part Children’s Unique Book series on Mondays this July. Each program will highlight themed children’s books and a special guest host. Yesterday’s theme was books about music. A crowd gathered at 11 a.m. to listen to special guest host and Finlandia University …

A little bit of humor, dramatic acting, some music–and a lot of surprises are what make up the Vaudeville Variety shows at the Calumet Theatre. Auditions are being held today at the theatre for five Vaudeville shows being held this summer. Show director Dave Heinz says, when it comes to …

What role will Medicare play in your retirement? Twenty five years ago, retirees spent almost twice as much on food as on health care; now the amounts are nearly equal. Edward Jones financial advisor Bob Nelson and Jacob Spear from the elder law firm Sturgul & Long will present “Health …

The State of Michigan says the Copper Country has too many judges. In a recent report by the State Court Administrative Office, it is recommended that a probate court district be created to cover both Houghton and Keweenaw Counties and to eliminate through attrition the Keweenaw County Probate Court judgeship. …

North Wind Books is hosting a four-part series of events this July titled Children’s Unique Books. These events will highlight unique themed children’s books and each feature a special guest host. Events are free, open to the public and no RSVP is required. Each event begins at 11 a.m. JULY …