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Michigan has become the latest state to adopt a “shelter in place” order because of the growing threat from the COVID-19 pandemic. Governor Gretchen Whitmer issued the order at an 11:00 news conference this morning. It will take effect tomorrow morning – Tuesday – at 12:01 am. It is expected …

Junior senator from Michigan Gary Peters, has announced a proposal to help slow the spread of COVID-19 by ensuring the nation’s public health agencies are prepared to handle the influx of patients. Peter’s proposal has three steps. The 1st step involves making sure respirators, ventilators and personal protective equipment is …

Governor Whitmer also signed an executive order, temporarily closing spas, tattoo and body piercing shops, hair and nail salons and tanning booths, at least through April 13th. This follows state closures of bars and restaurants, movie theaters and churches. Governor Whitmer had this to say, regarding the closings “COVID-19 has …

Governor Whitmer has signed more executive orders, aimed at slowing the spread of COVID-19. Effective immediately, non-essential medical and dental procedures are being temporarily halted. This order hopes to not only slow the spread of the disease, but also reduce the strain on healthcare workers, who are already overworked, as …

Calumet Electronics is taking the fight to COVID-19. Every year, the 290 employees of Calumet Electronics produce over 500,000 printed circuit boards for the American medical device industry. Now, they’re working around the clock to meet the demands of the healthcare industry, which now includes making parts for ventilators. Vice …

In more efforts to slow the spread of COVID-19 the Keweenaw Bay Indian Community has decided to temporarily close non-essential Tribal Governmental offices, along with both of the Ojibwa Casinos in Baraga and Marquette, through April 12th. The decision comes after the community’s Tribal Council met with public health officials …

The fallout from the COVID-19 outbreak continues. Michigan now has over 1,000 confirmed cases of COVID-19, which is responsible for 8 deaths. As a result of this, The Keweenaw County Courthouse in Eagle River, is closed to the public. All business will be conducted via email, postal mail, phone or …

More safety measures to be taken due to the COVID-19 outbreak. Starting Monday March 23rd, the Houghton County Courthouse will be closed to the general public, but will remain staffed. Residents who have court business are encouraged to call or email directly, or check the county’s website Houghtoncounty.net, to see …

Due to the Governor’s recent executive order regarding the Open Meetings Act, The Houghton City Council’s meeting scheduled for Wednesday March 25th, will take place electronically. The public will be able to attend electronically, with the ability to comment during the public comment period. The council will update the public …

31 Backpacks Founder Laurel Maki has some good news, in the middle of the COVID-19 outbreak. This past Tuesday,  Maki, along with board members Amy Zawada and Melissa Maki, and area volunteers, were able to assemble care packages for over 200 of the area’s less fortunate students. Maki and her …