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Section of M-26 will Bear Private Wesley Karna’s Name and Honor His Memory

M-26 in Painsdale now honors a fallen soldier of World War Two. On Tuesday, plans to name a section of the highway for Private Wesley Vietti Karna, who died fighting in northern Italy on September 22nd, 1944, were officially signed. Representative Greg Markkanen, who led the effort, says this honor …

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Houghton Hydrant Flushing Begins on Monday

Houghton will begin hydrant flushing activity across the city next week. The flush will begin on Monday and finish by August 9th. The city will conduct work on the system between 6 am and 6 pm each day. During hydrant flushing water may appear cloudy or discolored. City officials suggest …

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Ahmeek Adds a Handicap Accessible Swing Set to Gabriel Chopp Park

Just in time for the Copper Country to visit Gabriel Chopp Park too. Ahmeek’s Fire Department and Village have recently completed the installation of a new disability-accessible swing set at Gabriel Chopp Park. Over the past two years, the Fire Department and the Village government have worked together toward projects …

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Battery D Civil War Re-enactment at Fort Wilkins Immerse Visitors in Copper Harbor’s History

Fort Wilkins State Park has a unique history, including a time when only one soldier was stationed in the fort. Built in 1844 Fort Wilkins was commissioned to keep the peace between miners involved in the copper rush, and native Americans in the area. However, peace between groups was fairly …

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Victim of Hancock ATV Incident Released from Hospital

The elderly man injured by an ATV driver on Sunday in Hancock has released from the hospital. Hancock Police notified the community today, that the victim of Sunday’s incident has been released from UPHS Portage hospital and will complete recovery at home. Additionally the department identified the ATV driver as …

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Copper Shores Meals on Wheels Announces New Name for Meal Sites in the Copper Country

The same delicious food shared with great friends has a new name. Copper Shores Meals on Wheels congregate sites that serve seniors in the Copper Country have a new name. Going forward Meals on Wheels Eat and Meet sites will continue their routine of serving seniors healthy meals Program director …

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Keweenaw Brewfest Support Copper Shores Meals on Wheels in 2024

One of the best ways to connect with your community starts with volunteering or joining a new organization. Another great way to bond happens over a good brew too. On Saturday the Rotary Club will bring Keweenaw Brewfest back to the Houghton waterfront. While there’s a lot of fun to …

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Northern Michigan University Expands Class Size for the Criminal Justice Cold Case Program

Northern Michigan University teams up with the Michigan State Police to enhance students’ learning experiences. The Northern Michigan University Criminal Justice Department has doubled the number of students working directly with Michigan State Police to analyze Upper Peninsula Homicide and missing person cold cases. The recently approved state budget includes …

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Ontonagon Copper Fest Brings the Village to Life

Several years ago Ontonagon started a new festival to celebrate the village’s copper mining history and community. During COVID, the Copper Fest was put on hiatus. This weekend the village intends to host the 8th annual Copper Fest. And will have a lot of activities for residents and visitors to …

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Houghton’s Council Starts Talking About Maintenance Needs for the Shelden Avenue Garage

Houghton City Council has opened discussions about the state of the city center’s garage, nearby subway, and AT&T on Shelden Avenue. Recently Houghton had a structural study conducted on the structure to determine the extent of repairs necessary. The 100-year-old or so structure was the site of a Ford dealership, …

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