Pink ribbons are a common sight around October for breast cancer awareness. On Wednesday UPHS Portage will host its Breast Cancer Awareness dinner presentation with Doctor Goodwin. Community Health Coordinator Angela Luskin says that the program welcomes everyone from the Copper Country to learn about how cancer develops and the …
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Michigan’s roadside parks will close for the winter soon. Next Thursday the Michigan Department of Transportation will finish closing roadside turnouts and parks across the state. Several locations downstate will begin closing sites on the 29th. Two parks will remain open, both are located downstate on M140 and M46. The …
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The Copper Country has many talented artists. Some even start from a young age. Recently the Copper Country Community Arts Center opened the Northern Woods Youth Art Exhibition. The exhibit features artwork from local youth. The CCCAC asked youth to create artwork capturing their favorite outdoor places or things in …
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This story was produced originally by My UP News Anchor Rebecca Bartleme. Find the Original story here. Au Train Township is sharing information on how to fill out your absentee ballot if that’s the route you plan on using. Here’s what they say. To vote, completely darken the box opposite …
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Even though the tents have closed up in Calumet, Hancock, and Houghton’s parks for summer markets. The From the Ground Farmer’s Market Collective has moved indoors. Last year the collective introduced the indoor farmer’s market closing out the farmer’s market seasons in the Copper Country. The markets feature several of …
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Firefighters have been able to slow the advance of the Summit Lake Fire in eastern L’Anse Township, but the blaze continues. Forest Service officials report the fire covers around 112 acres of mixed hardwood and conifer forest. Light rain that fell Saturday was quickly dried by warm winds yesterday. The …
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National Forest Service officials are monitoring a wildfire in a remote section of the McCormick Wilderness. Dubbed the “Summit Lake Fire,” the blaze was discovered by aircraft Friday evening, and was estimated to cover five acres. Fire crews hiked to the area Saturday, and placed the size at roughly 100 …
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Michigan Department of Natural Resources seeks public input for a new general management plan in Keweenaw Point and Fort Wilkins Historic State Park. These plans will guide the protection of natural resources and landscapes with historical significance and enhance recreational opportunities in the area. The Department has released a survey …
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Halloween creates special memories for children around the country. Especially when the community offers opportunities to get dressed up, stay in character, and gain a little inspiration. This weekend The Rozsa Center offers its Class Acts program to copper country kids, with support from Incredible Bank. Schools sent close to …
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The state of Michigan and MEDC announce a five million dollar investment that supports energy efficiency upgrades at a Houghton County lumber manufacturer. On Thursday Governor Whitmer’s office and the Michigan Economic Development Corporation announced Northern Hardwoods Lumber in Atlantic Mine, and Cedar Street Real Estate will receive a share …
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