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The Keweenaw Natural Areas annual raffle is underway. The yearly raffle gets the community involved in the group’s mission to protect natural lands in the region. Keweenaw Natural Areas (KNA), uses that funds raised from the raffle to support their purchases, and grant writing efforts, such as out by the …

The effort to reduce blight in the Copper Country took a step forward yesterday. At yesterday’s meeting, the Houghton County Board of Commissioners approved $350,000 to pay for the teardown of eight buildings in the Calumet and Laurium area. The buildings are owned by the Houghton County Land Bank, which …

The City of Hancock is looking for some volunteers for several boards and commissions. New members are needed for…• The Zoning Board of Appeals, for a term ending January 31, 2026. The board meets only when an appeal is filed.• The Board of Review, for a term that ends January …

The Baraga County Chamber of Commerce is offering members of the business community a behind-the-scenes look at the Howl-O-Scream Haunted House this evening. A mixer co-sponsored by Cindy’s Sweets will be open from 5:00 until 7:00 at the home of the Haunted House, Meadowbrook Arena in L’Anse. Wine, soft drinks …

The Houghton City Council will consider vacating a sidewalk easement at tonight’s meeting. The easement in question sits just to the west of Swift Hardware on Shelden Avenue. The property it crosses is owned by Julien Properties. That company is pursuing major renovation of the building, and wants the additional …

The Portage Lake District Library will soon have a series of fun events for every one of all ages. Tomorrow from 12 to 1 pm, kids can join the Lego Club, and learn the basic to the famous building blocks. Or even create an out of this world space ship. …

With an otherwise quiet agenda last night, members of the L’Anse Village Council encouraged community members to get into the Halloween spirit. The HowL-O-Scream Haunted House opened last weekend. Council member Kerri Sikkila said reviews have been great… We’ve been told that this year’s is one of the best so …

Artist booth applications are available for this year’s Poor Artists Sale. The 46th annual event will be held December 3 at the CLK School gym. It’s sponsored by the Copper Country Community Arts Council, and raises money for the Copper Country Community Arts Center. The Poor Artists Sale is a …

The Portage Health Foundation is offering a round of small grants to boost local food pantries. The rising cost of food is forcing more people to rely on food pantries. Foundation officials say they recognize that the need has increased. The grants are designed to help deal with the surge. …

The City of Houghton Planning Commission is preparing to update the Houghton master plan that will guide future developments, infrastructure projects, public investment, and policy within the city. As part of this process, the planning commission is seeking community input. The ideas, views and opinions of residents play a key …