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On Tuesday, the former chair of Michigan’s Democratic Party won the 1st Congressional District Democratic primary. Lon Johnson says he wants to create a place where families can “stay and succeed.” The 1st District is large, made up of 32-counties in Michigan’s U.P. and northern-tip. Johnson will go up against …

Note:  Full Baraga results are available on this PDF link: BaCo Results Baraga County residents were in a supportive mood as they went to the polls today, approving all seven property tax requests on the ballot. County-wide, a two-mill request for five years to fund road maintenance and improvements passed 776-400. A …

Here is a summary of the contested races in Tuesday’s Primary election.  If you would like to see results of all of the contests, they are included in this PDF:  HoCo Full Results 2016 Primary Election-Houghton County Master @ 30  of 30 precincts 1st Congress Tom Casperson R 1687 57% …

The Houghton County Sheriff’s Office says they received a complaint of a stolen vehicle today near Chassell. The vehicle is a 2000 Mercury Sable, light blue in color.  The vehicle has a Michigan license plate of BBZ-2522. The vehicle has a front “Saints Auto Sales” license plate and a sticker …

There are ballot items galore that are being voted on today. The largest of these may be the millage renewal for the Houghton County Medical Care Facility. The six-year 2.55 mills will generate an estimated $2.17 million for 2016. Without it, major cutbacks in terms of care and staffing are …

There are many decisions being made today. Even though this is a primary, the next Houghton County Clerk will be decided since both candidates are on the Democrat side. The current clerk, Jennifer Kelly Lorenz of Pelkie is being challenged by Lake Linden’s Mary Beth Hodges. Calumet residents will decide …

Michigan Department of Natural Resources conservation officers are reminding personal watercraft (PWC) users there are laws protecting ducks, geese and other waterfowl outside of hunting seasons. “Riding personal watercraft is a great way to enjoy summertime fun in Michigan’s water wonderland, but care must be taken not to endanger waterfowl,” …

Ahmeek, Michigan—The Houghton Skatepark Project has received a large donation from the Neuvokas Corporation out of Ahmeek, MI. Neuvokas has agreed to a monetary donation of $1,000 as well as a discount on rebar at an estimated value of $5,500. The rebar will play a critical role during the construction …

Parents and teachers at L’Anse Area Schools are hoping to make sure students get the outdoor playtime that they need. The C. J. Sullivan Elementary PTO is working to raise one hundred thousand dollars to build a new playground structure. The organization recently received a fifteen thousand dollar ‘KaBOOM!’ Grant …

Many big decisions will be made today as voters head to the polls in Michigan’s primary election. The race for Michigan’s 1st Congressional District is considered to be among the most hotly contested in the country. On the Republican side, State Senator Tom Casperson, former State Senator Jason Allen and …