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Steve ‘n’ Seagulls Returning To Kick Off Finlandia’s Festival Ruska

Story originally posted at https://www.finlandia.edu/news/finnish-rockers-steve-n-seagulls-coming-to-keweenaw-on-september-4/?fbclid=IwAR31c9nhtc6L62OQi-eBKMQVvWVcKJ9-jl1m2SI68qvtXLGQJddUimjk3EY Finnish bluegrass-rockers Steve ‘n’ Seagulls will be making a return visit to the Keweenaw with a concert at the Rosza Center for the Performing Arts on Wednesday, September 4. Tickets will be on sale Monday, July 1 for the high-energy band that performs bluegrass versions …

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Computers Stolen From Calumet Printing Shop

UPDATE:  The thieves have reported been arrested and the equipment returned.  The identities of those responsible have not been released. ———————————————————————————————- The Michigan State Police are investigating a break-in at Copper Island Printing on Pine Street in Calumet. The incident reportedly happened sometime Thursday night or early Friday morning. Several …

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Four-Wheeler Stolen In Portage Township

The Houghton County Sheriff’s Office is reporting a stolen 1999 Kawasaki Prairie 300cc four wheeler from the Onkalo’s Corner in Portage Township on Sunday, August 11th, but just recently reported to the sheriff’s department. The ATV/Four-wheeler is described as red with a gun rack and a black plastic storage bin …

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Woman Stabbed At McLain State Park

A woman and her dog are recovering after being stabbed while at the beach at McLain’s State Park on Saturday. Upon arrival, troopers from the Michigan State Police Calumet Post determined the 27-year-old victim had been stabbed by the suspect twice with a knife. Police say an altercation had occurred …

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Missing Houghton Woman found

UPDATE 4:56pm: The Houghton Police Department says 82-year-old Eva Vencato was located near the Bill Nichols Trail #3 by family members assisting in the search at 2:35pm Sunday. Eva was transported to UP Health System–Portage for follow up treatment. The search was coordinated by Superior Search and Rescue, who thanked …

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Fabulous Thunderbirds Coming To Calumet Theatre

Kim Wilson & the Fabulous Thunderbirds– Saturday, September 21 @ 7:30pm/Center Stage Series Presented by Lake Fanny Hooe Resort & Campground For almost 40 years, The Fabulous Thunderbirds have been the quintessential American band.The group’s distinctive and powerful sound, influenced by a diversity of musical styles,manifested itself into a unique musical hybrid. Co-founder Kim Wilson, a four-time …

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Calumet Players present Oklahoma!

Calumet Players present Oklahoma!– September 6 & 7, 13 & 14 @7:30pm, September 15 @2pm The Calumet Players celebrate their 40th anniversary with the classic first collaboration of famed partners Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein II, Oklahoma!  Set in Western Indian Territory just after the turn of the 20th Century, the spirited rivalry between …

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Tickets On Sale For 10th Annual Keweenaw Brewfest

The 10th Annual Keweenaw Brewfest will be held on September 7th at Ray Kestner Waterfront Park in Houghton. Tickets are $35 in advance, $45 on the day of the event.  Tickets can be purchased online at https://mynorthtickets.com/events/keweenawbrewfest2019 Every ticket includes 12 sample pours in a commemorative sampling glass. There are …

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UP Authors at Grandpa’s Barn

It’s time to celebrate the art of books at Grandpa’s Barn during Copper Harbor’s annual Art in the Park this weekend. Grandpa’s Barn is located behind Copper Harbor’s one-room school and is adjacent to the Grant Township Park. The public is invited to come sit on the porch and chat …

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