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*UPDATE* The showing of “The Sandlot” Tonight at the outdoor cinema, has been cancelled due to high winds.  Hancock’s Recreation Commission is hosting a ceremony tonight to rename the Hardball Field in honor of the late Mervin Klemett. A plaque will be placed on the backstop and a new sign …

The Hancock School District has an update for Tuesday’s start of the school year. In an email sent to parents, Principal Chris Salani welcomed new guidance counselor Michelle Serafin. The normal bus schedule will be in place. Students are asked to arrive at school no earlier than 7:45am. Once in …

In order to combat false information regarding COVID-19, Michigan Tech University will be hosting a series of Town Halls, beginning tonight  through December 3rd. Dr. Kelly Kamm, epidemiologist from Michigan Tech on what topics the town halls hope to cover. This is your chance to get the truth from local …

Five Billion dollars is coming to help Michigan families and businesses through a venture between the state and Huntington Bank. This from Governor Whitmer’s press conference earlier today. Sandy Pierce, senior executive vice president of Huntington Bank. Not much was said regarding high school athletics, although the Governor said this. …

Is there an alternative way to deliver propane to the U.P. without Line 5? Silver Wolf Midstream CEO Neil Rootare seems to think so. He recently told NPR his new company plans to use an idle pipeline from Sarnia, Ontario to Michigan’s Gaylord/Kalkaska area, then transport propane up I 75 …

Two people have been arrested in Marquette, on drug related charges. Detectives from the State Police and the Upper Peninsula Substance Enforcement Team carried out the arrests after a two month investigation. A Wisconsin man was being investigated for the distribution of crystal meth and fentanyl. A federal arrest warrant …

Dial Help is now offering peer recovery services in the Copper Country, to help people on their path to sobriety. Coaching services are free, confidential, self directed, strength based and focused on empowering the individual to take charge of their lives. Long term recovery rooted in hope, healthy choices and …

The City of Hancock offices will be closed on Labor Day. Garbage pick up next week will be a day behind.  

The DNR will be patrolling Michigan waterways for Labor Day weekend. You’re reminded to put safety first, whether fishing, kayaking, boating, swimming or anything else that involves water. Always be aware of conditions, wear a life jacket and use a flotation device, even if the water seems calm. Tips for …

MDOT is looking for resident feedback on the state’s long range transportation plan. They’ve extended the public comment period through October 31st. The  long range plan is known as Michigan Mobility 2045, and is seeking input from the public, to help deliver Michigan’s Transportation System through 2045. Links on the …