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Due to the state’s many executive orders during the COVID-19 pandemic, retailers are advising Michigan stores to no longer accept bottle and can returns. The Michigan Beer and Wine Wholesalers Association, Midwest Independent Retailers and the Michigan Retailers Association released a joint press release saying stores should stop accepting returns, …

The City Council of Houghton will hold their monthly meeting tonight, electronically, in accordance with several recent executive orders signed by Governor Whitmer, which include no gatherings of more than 10 people,  allowing cities to hold meetings electronically, and the most recent “Stay Home Stay Safe” Order, to slow the …

A COVID-19 Community Recovery Fund, was recently approved by the Portage Health Foundation Board of Directors. The restricted fund, will be used to mobilize resources for residents of Baraga, Houghton, Keweenaw and Ontonagon Counties in response to the worldwide pandemic. Chairperson for the PHF Board of Directors Bernadette Yeoman-Ouellette, said …

Copper Country Mental Health wants you to know that despite the shutdowns due to COVID-19, they’re still here to help. Director Cari Reboin, had this to say regarding their services. A link to their website is here, if you feel you need help. 

The Houghton City Council will hold their monthly meeting tomorrow, at 5:30pm. The meeting will be held online, to help slow the spread of COVID-19. City officials are still in the process of testing the system, but are confident it will work and allow the public to give input. The …

As part of Governor Whitmer’s “Stay Home Stay Safe” Executive Order, all 131 of Michigan’s Secretary of State branches are closed. Renewals by mail will not be offered, while the branches are closed. Some services will still be available online, although delays in processing are likely. Late fees which occur …

Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson has announced absent voter ballots will be mailed out to all Michigan voters, for the May 5th election, in an effort to slow the spread of COVID-19. Benson stated “Our country has a long history of carrying out elections in times of crisis, and we …

The Calumet Theater now has a release date for their 120th Anniversary Season Schedule. The online video presentation will take place this Friday, March 27th at 7:30pm. The presentation was originally scheduled for March 20th, but was rescheduled due to concerns over the COVID-19 outbreak. The original show also featured …

The City of Hancock has taken more precautions designed to slow the spread of COVID-19. Effective immediately, all non-essential board and committee meetings are cancelled until further notice, while city council meetings will be held remotely. The garbage pickup schedule remains the same. You can pick up city garbage bags …

The Calumet Village Council holds their monthly meeting tonight. In accordance with Governor Whitmer’s recent  executive order, allowing local governments to hold meetings virtually through April 15th, the meeting will be held online, beginning at 5:30pm. The virtual meetings are designed to keep people home, in hopes of slowing the …