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Superior AmeriCorps will be holding an informational and recruitment session at the Portage Lake District Library on Monday, July 31, from 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. Superior AmeriCorps member Beth Shannon will give an overview of the organization and explain the kinds of work they do locally to make a difference …

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas, at least it is at the Baraga State Park. They are holding their annual Christmas in July celebration at the campground this weekend. Activities include a bike parade, games, prizes, crafts, campsite decorating and photos with Santa. All events are open to …

The first county fair of the Copper Country gets underway this weekend as the Ontonagon County Fair opens in Greenland. Festivities begin this evening with the Bakery and Mystery Bag Auction and the Glitz and Glam Princess Pageant. The fair will be open Saturday and Sunday featuring the Antique Engine …

High school students are flying high at Michigan Tech this week, and Kaleigh Miller from Lake Linden couldn’t be happier. “I am so ecstatic,” said Kaleigh Miller. “I’ve wanted to fly forever and even though I haven’t even started, I know I’m going to love it.” As part of a …

Step back in time to when union soldiers occupied the northernmost part of Michigan’s Keweenaw Peninsula. Battery D, First Michigan Light Artillery will recreate Civil War army life this weekend at Fort Wilkins Historic State Park in Copper Harbor. The unit will present artillery and small arms drills, cooking, soldiers’ …

Jenn Jenich-Laplander is committed to keeping local kids safe on the road. Jenich-Laplander received her National Child Passenger Safety Technician Certification from Safe Kids Worldwide and is ready to set up car seat checks for caregivers in the area. “My role as a certified passenger safety technician is to educate …

The Portage Lake District Library is hosting a contest in their search for a new logo. Contestants are asked to submit original designs that meet the criteria listed below. The selected winner will receive a $150 cash prize. Image criteria: Minimum resolution of 800 dpi. An element of the design …

Michigan Tech students will be out foraging and feasting in the field this weekend for their final exam in a Wild Edible Foods course. The course is taught by Michigan Tech research assistant professor Tara Bal of the School of Forest Resources and Environmental Science. Bal introduced the course this …

Houghton Police officers will be getting upgrade to their safety. Chief John Donnelly said the department has received a 50-50 matching grant for new protective vests. The officers will be fitted for the vests Thursday, with some choosing vests that will go under their uniforms and other wearing an outer …

Plans for the new Houghton Skatepark are moving forward. Houghton City Manager Eric Waara told the city council that requests for proposals for the design of the park are about ready to go out. Waara said they have a list of about 18 companies from the skatepark committee to send …