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The Society of Breast Imaging has issued new guidance for women who have recently received the COVID-19 vaccine. After getting the Johnson and Johnson version, or the second dose of the Pfizer and Moderna options, it is recommended that you avoid mammograms for four to six weeks. Western UP Health …

The Internal Revenue Service posted a warning on its website Tuesday about a tax refund scam that targets college employees and students through .edu email addresses. The messages ask recipients to click a link provided in the body that redirects to data fields asking for sensitive information like your social …

Michigan’s Department of Natural Resources is reminding bikers and hikers to treat trails gingerly in the coming weeks. As snows recede, water pools on dirt trails creating muddy conditions. The soft ground is malleable and can be damaged when used by mountain bikers or even those on foot. The DNR …

COVID-19 activity has not fallen to the lows seen in late February and early March, but Tuesday’s update represents a significantly better situation than in recent reports. In Houghton, Baraga, and Keweenaw Counties there were only 18 new cases over the weekend. That stands in stark contrast to the nearly …

UPDATE: The City of Hancock has provided Keweenaw Report with the full presentation explaining the new logo and how it was designed. CoHancock-Logo-Concept-PresentationDownload The Hancock City Council held a snappy, 40-minute special session on Tuesday in which it approved three measures. It resolved a matter that had been tabled at …

Houghton-Keweenaw County 4-H member Micaela Geborkoff has been named to the statewide Youth Leadership Council. The body consists of only 12 members and any appointment requires a multi-stage application process. Geborkoff had to submit at least one reference and pass through a group interview session to get the nod. The …

52-year-old Warren Meyers of Calumet was arraigned Monday in 97th District Court for an incident that has earned him the “cat burglar” nickname on social media. He will stand trial for four felony charges, including Home Invasion – First Degree, Weapons/Firearms – Receiving and Concealing, Weapons/Firearms – Possession By A …

National Prescription Drug Take Back Day happens twice a year and continues to set records. The Drug Enforcement Agency says its last event brought in nearly 500 tons. The next one is set for Saturday, April 24th and the website is promising a list of local law enforcement agencies that …

Jennifer Szubielak is leaving her post as Copper Country Senior Meals Executive Director after 14 years with the organization. The search for a new head comes as the group transitions to being part of the Portage Health Foundation. The full job posting can be found here. Copper Country Senior Meals …

It took months for Karl Dresch’s transportation to Washington, D.C., but he has been lodged in jail in the nation’s capital and made his first appearance in federal court. Public Defender Elizabeth LaCosse represented Dresch while he was awaiting extradition in Marquette. She described her role as mostly clerical. His …