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The Nature Conservancy completes its first timber harvest in the Slate River Forest Reserve. The 74-acre harvest was planned by the conservation group as a way of promoting the forest’s healthy and sustainable tree growth, while also helping TNC manage the reserve from a financial standpoint. The timber was hand-felled …

Earlier in the year Michigan Tech University was recognized by College Pulse and FIRE survey as the best college in the country for free speech. Speech on college campuses has become a hot-button topic among students, academics, and the public alike. Especially as social media debate shows have taken off …

Since 1984 residents have learned to skate, developed hockey skills, and had plenty of fun while at the Emil Aho Memorial Ice Rink in Ahmeek. More commonly known as the Ahmeek Ice Rink, the community has come together to raise funds to repair the outdoor rink. Residents are organizing a …

The Michigan Department of Transportation will return to the area tomorrow. MDOT crews are continuing inspection work from the department’s elevator replacement and false decking project. The 4.3 million dollar infrastructure project completed earlier this year ensures the Portage Lake Lift Bridge’s continued safe and reliable operation to motor vehicle …

The first few months of parenthood can be difficult for a young family. That’s why the Copper Country Great Start Collaborative works to make diapers one less hassle for young parents. The Great Start Collaborative will start collecting diapers for the annual diaper drive supporting the Keweenaw Family Resource Center’s …

Who doesn’t enjoy a fresh home-baked cookie around the holidays? Copper Shores Meals on Wheels plans to bring back its holiday cookie fundraiser, which was a great success this time last holiday season. The idea was inspired by a Meals on Wheels program in Colorado that has put together a …

Gogebic Community College has identified its top candidate for the college’s president. During the past few months, the college’s board of trustees has interviewed a variety of candidates who each would bring a diverse set of qualities. However, Gogebic Community College will ask Chris Patritto of Hurley Wisconsin, to take …

The Little town of Lac La Belle must have some big fans. Mount Bohemia Ski Resort was recently named the number one resort in America by USA Today’s 10 Best Reader’s Choice contest. Placing the all-natural snow, Midwest ski report ahead of big-name destinations like Lake Tahoe in California and …

In line with changing into the holiday season, the Keweenaw National Historic Park will invite the community to a holiday blast from the past. Tomorrow the Keweenaw National Historic Park will open access to a temporary exhibit that features holiday traditions and old-time gifts from the Keweenaw Peninsula’s historic holiday …

With the calendar turning over to December, the copper country will begin to get ready for the winter holiday season. In a wintery region, Christmas and the holiday season have become a special time of year for residents. Especially as people get out into the area for fun community events …