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The City of Houghton is preparing to solicit opinions from residents about its master plan.  The survey and opportunities for public comment will be discussed at today’s planning commission meeting. The master plan outlines the vision for the city’s future, and guides zoning, development and other major decisions. It is …

The blood shortage across the Upper Peninsula continues. The UP Regional Blood Center says supplies of all blood types are severely low. A blood drive will be held this afternoon from 2 until 6 at the L’Anse Township Hall. To make an appointment, call Anna at 524-3376. Walk-ins are also …

The Stanton Township Volunteer Fire Department is getting some federal money. A grant of $67,429 will be used to purchase 14 new sets of turnout gear. The funding comes from the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s Assistance to Firefighters Grants program.

Aspirus Image Aspirus Regional Sleep Disorders Center in Laurium recently received program accreditation from the American Academy of Sleep Medicine. AASM president Dr. Jennifer Martin called the center “an important resource for the local community.” Aspirus Regional Sleep Disorders Center is directed by Dr. James M. Cygan, and is located …

Ontonagon County is seeking public input about its recreation facilities. The county’s five-year recreation plan is being updated. The plan governs facility upgrades, access, and uses for county recreation sites. You do not need to be a county resident to contribute your opinion. The survey will take approximately 15 minutes …

Baraga County, the Village of L’Anse & L’Anse Township are working with the Western Upper Peninsula Planning and Development Region (WUPPDR) to update each respective five – year recreation plans. Members of the public can have a voice in the planning effort by responding to a short survey. Online responses …

Election season is heating up, and campaign events are rolling out throughout the region. Congressional district one democratic challenger, Dr. Bob Lorinser visited with supporters last Friday at the Orpheum Theater. Lorinser expressed his thoughts on the importance of the intersection between education and public health, from his experience during …

This year’s Houghton County Fair is in the books. At the demolition derby yesterday, Josh Benson took first place, with Tim Carlson second. Cooper Parkila won the consolation match. Clint Van Alstine claimed the Best Hit award, and DJ Paavo’s car was voted Best Decorated. See full results here. At …

Gasoline prices could take a spike upward in Michigan, following a fire at a refinery in Indiana last week.  The electrical fire at the BP Whiting Refinery was put out quickly, but power had to be turned off at sections of the facility, requiring a partial shutdown. A statement from …

The Houghton County Fair is underway, and judging has wrapped up for this year’s awards. Houghton county residents represented themselves well, with incredible needlework, art, baking, floriculture, and horticulture. This year’s Exhibitor of the Year goes to Cathy Isaacson, of Mohawk, who won best in show for both knitting and …