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After Thanksgiving, much of America will fight over the best deal at their nearest super mega shopping center on Black Friday. But in the quaint community of Hancock will turn the calendar toward Christmas with the annual Christmas walk. The Hancock Business Association will enjoy the miracle of Quincy Street …

Tomorrow families will gather around the table and share a Thanksgiving day fest. Maybe watch a football game or two, and surely take a turkey day nap. But for many seniors in the Upper Peninsula finding companionship on the holiday may not be as simple as getting in the car …

The Barbara Kettle Gundlach Shelter home has relied on the support of the community, as much as victims of domestic violence rely on having a safe place to go in times of need. Since the shelter home was created in 1980 volunteer victim advocates have provided a safe place for …

The Ontonagon County Cancer Association supports Copper Country residents when facing a tough challenge in their health. Through the association residents affected by cancer can receive financial aid to help with medical expenses, as well as receive check-ups for certain types of cancer. The Ontonagon County Cancer Association started 35 …

While big box stores will take Friday shopping deals for the holiday season. Saturday around the country will focus on those businesses that have a larger direct impact on local economies. In the Copper Country, the Keweenaw Chamber of Commerce is proud to work with a large number of small …

For around forty years Little Borthers Friends of the Elderly has found ways to support seniors living in the copper country. The local non-profit programs help keep seniors in the Keweenaw Peninsula active, social, and healthy. Such as with LBFE’s congregate meal and holiday meal sites, senior visitation, a ride …

Snowmobiling brings plenty of visitors to the Keweenaw Peninsula. Helping support the region’s all-season tourism economy and outdoor recreation options for residents. Maintaining the 200-plus miles of trails in the Keweenaw Peninsula includes the Keweenaw Snowmobile Club. The club’s trail groomers travel from north of Tapiola, all the way north …

Another area group taking part in Giving Tuesday’s national cause includes the Isle Royale And Keweenaw Parks Association. In partnership with the National Park Service, the IRKPA will accept donations to support its mission of supporting educational, scientific, historical, and interpretive activities. For 80 years the IRKPA has supported visitors …

During November to celebrate Giving Tuesday students at Houghton Portage Township Schools are supporting local non-profits. The Houghton High School student council and Interact clubs will host their first-ever giving Tuesday event titled Gremsgiving. During the month students have been encouraged to collect items for various non-profits and fundraisers in …

BHK Child Development Giving Tuesday next week will raise funds to provide car seats to Copper County families in need. Car and booster seats for children are not only a convenience but are necessary to protect life in the case of an accident. According to data from the National Highway …