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Governor Whitmer recently signed an updated traffic legislation that will crack down on distracted driving. The Houghton County Sheriff Department commented on the law.  “Texting and driving has been a law in Michigan here since 2010. I believe it’s been impactful from a law enforcement perspective. You know, distracted driving …

A local copper country business has donated over 200 pounds of food to the BHK Keweenaw Community Action Agency in honor of world hunger day, last month. To help fill the area’s food access needs, Pettibone of Baraga, asked their employees to collect non perishable food each day during May …

Helicopter rides have been part of Bridgefest for years, and this year is no exception. Lake Superior Helicopters is offering their great services to Bridgefest yet again. Lake Superior Helicopters will have four different rides to choose from with varying prices: 2 mile tour at $39 per person 5 mile tour …

The city of Hancock has approved the city’s operating budget for the 2023-24 fiscal year. Hancock leadership noted that the city’s budget will look similar to last year’s budget. The city mileages for the general fund, police department, fire department and recreation fund will remain the same as last year. …

The Michigan DNR encourages residents to take full advantage of what they call the ‘free three’ weekend. There are two full days where both Michigan residents and those from out of state can enjoy free state park access, fishing, and ORV riding. This Saturday and Sunday, the public can fish …

Houghton leadership confirms that the city is nearing a settlement with national retailer, Wal-Mart. City Manager, Eric Waara, confirmed that the two parties have agreed to terms, though each are yet to sign off on paperwork. This past Monday the city and Wal-Mart were expected to meet in the state …

The Keweenaw National Historical Park Advisory Commission announced that this year’s Keweenaw Heritage Grant program has awarded nearly $126,000 (a total of $125,963.39) in funding for various historic preservation, interpretation, education, and curatorial projects covering an area from Copper Harbor to the Porcupine Mountains. Of the 20 grant applications, 15 …

The Portage Health Foundation celebrates local educators as a Superior Educator. There are new educators recognized every first and fifteenth of the month. The two educators in May were music teacher Ben Besonen from CCISD and Elementary teacher Deidre Erbisch from Stanton Township Public Schools. So far the June winner …

Anna Clemenc, fondly known as “Big Annie” is considered a local hero, with June 17 dedicated to her life and her work in Calumet. She is well known for leading the daily marching protests during the Copper Country Strike of 1913-1914, carrying a giant 6 by 10 foot American Flag …

The Hancock city council will hold two public hearings. The Solar and Wind ordinance will be open to public input in regards to proposed solar and wind energy sources in city limits. The code would regulate the type, size, and placement of solar energy panels and wind turbines with different …