The Empire Mine is now closed. Operations at the mine in Palmer officially ceased Thursday, meaning some 266 employees still working at the mine will soon be laid off. In all, around 400 people will be out of work by the end of the month. Director of Global Communications for …
Read More »Advanced Training And Technology Helps Diagnose Breathing Problems Sooner
LAURIUM — Melanie Miller, a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) for Aspirus Keweenaw Hospital in Laurium, has completed specialty training in pulmonary function testing through the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC). She now advances to Registered Pulmonary Function Technologist (RPFT), and is the only licensed RPFT practicing in Houghton and …
Read More »UP Health System – Portage Receives CMS 3-Star Rating
August 4, 2016 – HANCOCK, MI – UP Health System – Portage announced that the hospital has received a 3-star rating from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). This rating means that UP Health System – Portage’s performance, as it relates to national standards of care and quality …
Read More »Portage Health Foundation Releases Request for Proposals Focused on Mental and Behavioral Health
The Portage Health Foundation (PHF) has undertaken a series of community health forums focused on the topic of mental and behavioral health (including substance abuse). The goals of these forums have been to develop collaborative input, prioritize healthcare needs, and build consensus toward innovative interventions and solutions to address the mental and behavioral …
Read More »Record Number Of Degrees Conferred At Michigan Tech This Year
At its regular meeting on Thursday, Aug. 4, Michigan Technological University’s Board of Trustees conferred 930 degrees, bring the 2015-16 total to 1,749 degrees—the largest number the school has ever conferred. The number outpaces the previous record of 1,709 set in 1983-84. “This demonstrates clearly that Michigan Tech is meeting …
Read More »Families Explore Science Together At KSEF
Who knew science could be so much fun? The 2nd Annual Keweenaw Science and Engineering Festival has begun, featuring three days of hands-on activities based on science, technology, engineering and mathematics. Most of the events all families to participate with their children, like the Family Engineering Day put on by …
Read More »D.A. Glass America becomes OcuGlass LLC
Calumet, MI – D.A. Glass America, Inc. has announced a change in ownership. IIWS, Inc. has agreed in principle to acquire 100% of the company and has changed the name to OcuGlass, LLC effective immediately. Current management will continue to operate the new company as the corporate structure moves forward …
Read More »KSEF Is Here!
The Kestner Waterfront Park in Houghton is the place to be this afternoon to enjoy a variety of STEM-themed activities. It’s all part of the 2nd Annual Keweenaw Science and Engineering Festival. Michigan Tech’s Center for Science and Environmental Outreach is putting on the Family Engineering Day with hands-on challenges …
Read More »Michigan Tech’s Alumni Reunion Begins
Alumni and friends of Michigan Technological University from throughout the country return to Houghton this week for the University’s annual Alumni Reunion. More than 500 visitors are expected for three days of tours, talks, cruises, awards and a pasty picnic. Things kick off Thursday morning with a Welcome Breakfast and …
Read More »DNR Sets Open House On Plans For F.J. McLain State Park
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources will hold an open house this month to showcase three master plan concepts being considered to replace features lost to Lake Superior wave erosion at F.J. McLain State Park in Houghton County. The 443-acre park is situated between Calumet and Hancock and features two miles …
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