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No plans this weekend? Tired of being cooped up in your house? Scared of the first decent weather weekend we’ve had this year, going to waste? Relax, the Boy Scouts of America has you covered. Scout or not, everyone, boys and girls, are invited to a virtual camp-in this weekend. …

Governor Whitmer held a press conference, updating the state on the COVID-19 battle yesterday afternoon. She began by thanking an Upper Peninsula resident, named Linda, who recently renewed her nursing license, as she couldn’t sit on the sidelines, while people needed help. She recapped steps she’s taken since the crisis …

Today Houghton Community Broadcasting takes part in the “Radio Cares: Feeding America Emergency Radiothon.” It’s a one day fundraiser, which benefits Feeding America, the largest hunger relief organization in the United States. It supports 200 local food banks across the US, and all funds donated go directly to them. Included …

The City of Houghton held their second forum with the parking consultants last night. This meeting was for the public, with the morning forum yesterday, for business owners. Andrew Baglini, from Walker Consultants, explained what time downtown Houghton sees the most need for parking, based on his firm’s research. One …

The Baraga County Fair has been cancelled, due to concerns over the COVID-19 pandemic. The fair has relied heavily on donations and community support, since the state stopped funding county fairs back in 2010. In a post from their Facebook page,  they have decided not to ask community members, who …

The City of Houghton held the first of two focus groups with the consultants for the new parking structure this morning. The morning focus group was for business owners who’s revenue depends on adequate parking downtown. Andrew Baglini from Walker Consultants, explained what they’ve done so far. He also had …

The City of Houghton holds their focus groups with the parking consultants today. The first meeting is at 9am, while the second one takes place at 5:30pm. A link to join the morning meeting and give feedback, is here.  To join by phone, dial 1 312 626 6799 and enter …

It’s been a little over a month since the DNR suspended open burning across the state, due to concerns over the COVID-19 pandemic. They have announced they will begin issuing burn permits again. Fire Section Supervisor, Dan Laux said they’re going to issue permits based on local fire risk and …

The Upper Peninsula Honor Flight is looking for both veterans and letters for Honor Flight 18, taking place on September 23rd, from Delta Counties Airport in Escanaba. The Honor Flight program began in 2011,  and takes a group of approximately 80 veterans to Washington DC for a one day trip, …

In an email sent to parents, Superintendent of the Hancock School District, Steve Patchin outlined a new program aimed at helping families who receive free or reduced cost lunches, make sure their kids have enough to eat, through the COVID-19 pandemic. The Pandemic EBT Program, will provide temporary funding for …