Plump, ripe, juicy and red all the way through–you know when you’re eating a Chassell strawberry. Pile a bunch of those delicious strawberries onto a fresh baked shortcake, top with a little whipped cream, and you have yourself one of the tastiest treats of the summer. There will be plenty …
Read More »Baraga High School Students Build New Peregrine Falcon Nest Boxes
July 5, 2017 — Peregrine falcons have returned to the Portage Lake Lift Bridge between Houghton and Hancock again this year – the same nesting spot, but this year with a choice between new and familiar nests. The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) installed two nest boxes at the Lift …
Read More »MI-TRALE Announces Their July Ride
On Sunday, July 16th MI-TRALE will hold their July monthly ride. It will be a joint ride with ORVs and equestrian riders welcomed. Well, we call it a “Ride-In”, as both groups will ride their separate ways starting at 10:00 ET, and then “Ride-In” a couple of hours later for …
Read More »Summers Announces State House Candidacy
For the original story from ABC-10, click here. BARAGA — Ken Summers announced his candidacy for Michigan State Representative for the 110th House District amongst supporters at the Baraga County Lumber Jack Days Festival. Summers filed his affidavit in Lansing, MI on June 15 and has been touring the Western …
Read More »Delaware Mine Tours Celebrate 40 Years
The Delaware Mine operated between 1847 and 1887. Today, it serves as the Keweenaw’s oldest attraction. Tom and Lani Poynter have owned and operated the mine since its opening on July 5th, 1977. Tom Poynter said Little has changed over the past 40 years. “We’ve gone from guided tours years …
Read More »Sixty Years On: Still Flinging Frisbees
CALUMET—After six decades, Frisbee continues to make its mark in the Copper Country and around the world. Tournament featuring many different types of disc sports are held in countries all over the globe, and they can all trace their roots back to a small village on the shores of Lake …
Read More »Portage Lake District Library Hosts Local Father and Son Authors
The Portage Lake District Library invites everyone who enjoys storytelling for a reading and discussion by the authors of “Charlie 906” on Thursday, July 6, at 5:00 p.m. “Charlie 906” is a playful story about a crow, a cast of north woods animals, and a favorite Yooper food, the pasty. …
Read More »Movie Magic Series Begins At Calumet Theatre
“Finding Dory” kicks off the Movie Magic Film Series at the Calumet Theatre on Wednesday, July 5 at 7 pm. Admission is $1 per person with fresh popcorn and concessions for sale. Kids 13 and under have a chance to win prizes including a bike. The friendly but forgetful blue …
Read More »SISU Challenge Coming Back
The SISU Challenge, a fundraiser put on by Michigan Tech’s Army ROTC Battalion, is returning this fall. The SISU Challenge is a 5k obstacle course along the Portage Waterway, taking place on September 2nd. Participants compete in teams of 3-5 to complete Crossfit inspired obstacles. All proceeds go to the …
Read More »Go On A Scientific Excursion Aboat Michigan Tech’s RV Agassiz
FREE scientific excursions aboard MTU’s research vessel Agassiz at Strawberry Festival, 1-6 pm, Saturday, July 8 at Chassell marina Make reservation online now CLICK HERE ‘How do scientists assess the health of Lake Superior’ is the focus of FREE scientific excursions that will be offered at the Strawberry Festival …
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