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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 …

Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson is reminding everyone that the extension to renew your drivers license, state ID and vehicle registration, expires at the end of this month. If your documents expire between March 1st and September 30th, you’re urged to make an appointment immediately, to get it taken care …

Unlock Michigan will be collecting signatures tomorrow from 4:30p-7pm at the Copper Country Mall parking lot. They will also be in Calumet on Sunday, from noon-2:30pm in the strip mall parking lot, next to IGA. They’re collecting signatures to initiate legislation that will repeal the Emergency Powers of Governor act …

Michigan Tech’s Rozsa Center  and Department of Visual and Performing Arts is hosting Superior Wilderness through September 16th. The Display features work from artists who spent time on Isle Royale, when they took part in the National Park’s Artist-in-Residence program. Works from various poets, painters, printmakers and book artists are …

During the history of the U.S. Michigan’s manufacturing community has always been highly adaptable to whatever situation came it’s way. Events like the Great Depression, WWII and even 9/11 have challenged how we define normal, and  the COVID-19 pandemic is no different. The manufacturing community has seen the global supply …