Main Street Calumet and the Downtown Development Authority (DDA) of Calumet are working together to allow the community an opportunity to hear the developers of downtown Calumet present. Main Street Calumet and the Calumet DDA often work together to support the preservation of historic buildings, invest in local pride, and …
Read More »Houghton Yard and Spring Cleaning Begins
The Houghton Yard Debris and Spring Cleanup starts tomorrow. Proof of residency is required to drop off yard debris at the public works garage. Yard debris can be dropped off from April to November, weather permitting. Spring Cleanup drop off is Friday, April 21st to Monday, May 5th. They accept …
Read More »Hancock Council Meeting Recap: Master Plan and Summer Events
Last night, the Hancock Council meeting had communications from Patrick O’Keefe, receiver of Finlandia, who sent a letter informing entities how to contact the company with any claims against the university. Irma Boyd from Nisu Bakery sent a letter to the city thanking them for their support. If you were …
Read More »Local Students To Attend Lake Superior Youth Symposium
27 local students from grades 8-12, along with teachers and chaperones, will attend the 15th biennial Lake Superior Youth Symposium this weekend. The symposium lasts from April 20-23. Find full details on the symposium website here. The symposium attracts students from the Lake Superior watershed, including MI, WI, MN, and …
Read More »AG Nessel Warns of Weather-Related Scams
Attorney General Nessel has released a warning to UP residents in regards to recent flooding. Weather related scams have been popping up more frequently. She advises individuals to take a minute to process what happened, then talk to your insurance agency to help you prioritize construction. It is also important …
Read More »Residents and Business Owners Should Report All Flooding Damage
With the previous flooding from rapid snowmelt, Governor Whitmer declared a state of emergency in Houghton and Gogebic counties. Ontonagon, Baraga and Marquette Counties have declared local emergencies and are expected to be added to the state declaration soon. Residents and business owners in Houghton, Gogebic, Ontonagon, Baraga, Marquette, Keweenaw, …
Read More »Village of Laurium Plans to Develop Sidewalk Ordinance, and Keweenaw Aspirus Airlifts Going Well
Keweenaw Aspirus has made great use out of space in their parking lot to accommodate medical air transports from the region. So far Aspirus has used the landing area north of the hospital ten times. She praised first responders from the village for their assistance at each transport, even late …
Read More »Drunk Semi-Truck Driver’s Case Moved to Baraga County Circuit Court
DuWaune Johnson’s case will move to the Baraga County Circuit Court. Yesterday, Johnson was held in court for a preliminarily hearing. Prosecuting Attorney Joseph O’Leary presented evidence and witness testimony supporting the county’s three charges against Johnson. Johnson is represented by Defense Attorney, Keith DeForge. Duwaune Johnson was involved …
Read More »Hancock City Council Preview: Master Plan Processes, Spring Cleanup
Irma Boyd from Nisu Bakery will speak at the City of Hancock Council Meeting tonight. The council will also receive a written communication from Patrick O’Keefe, who is acting as receiver for Finlandia University. The same latter received by the city was also delivered to many residents regarding the receivership …
Read More »Keweenaw County Board of Commissioners Meeting Preview
Keweenaw County Board of Commissioners will meet to address local topics. There will be the discussion on the urgent situation regarding repairs from the damage from the flooding, and finding replacements for broken windows. The MCOLES grant will fund the recruitment of a deputy through the academy. They will also …
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