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The following press release was issued by Aspirus: UPPER PENINSULA, Mich. – Aspirus hospitals and clinics in the Upper Peninsula have been recognized by Professional Research Consultants, Inc. (PRC) with Excellence in Healthcare Awards based on information gathered during patient surveys. The Excellence in Healthcare Awards recognize organizations and individuals who achieve …

There will be a couple of opportunities to catch up with State Representative Gregg Markkanen in the month of May. “We have been working on a lot of important things in Lansing,” Markkanen said. “I look forward to discussing the issues on the minds of fellow Yoopers and answering any …

This is the weekend to pop the top off and enjoy the outdoors. It’s the inaugural Yoopers Go Topless Too event–part of the 11th annual global celebration where Jeep enthusiasts take the top off their vehicles and go for a group ride. Organizer Tom Swetich says you don’t need to …

Want to explore the exciting world of cybersecurity and computers? Michigan Tech is offering a weeklong GenCyber program this summer. This is an opportunity for students to enjoy a weeklong exploration in cybersecurity and experience university life. The camp is for local middle school and high school students (grades 7-12) …

Wondering what to wear to Balagard? Tobias Dawson and friends will share examples of period clothing and accessories Saturday at 11:00 am at the Copper Country Community Arts Center in Hancock. This presentation will include a quick and dirty costume guide in preparation for the Finnish Viking Festival taking place …

A total of forty-five students in grades 8-11, along with teachers and chaperones, from eight UP schools will be attending the 13th biennial Lake Superior Youth Symposium this week at University of Minnesota-Duluth. The symposium draws students from the Lake Superior watershed, including MI, WI, MN, and Ontario. Locally, students …

State Representative Gregg Markkanen continues to promote his bill to help foster care students pursue careers in skilled trades. Markkanen testified Wednesday before the House Families, Children, and Seniors Committee in support of his plan to expand scholarship opportunities for students who have been in foster care. Markannen’s plan would …

The Hancock City Council received several updates from the community at their regular meeting Wednesday. Hancock High School Junior and Student Body President Colton Salani discussed the strides the student council has made over the last couple of years. The initiative to begin a student body council led by students …

The Grand Marshalls for the Baraga County Lumberjack Days will be Baraga residents Jim and Sue Wilson. The announcement was made on the Baraga County Lumberjack Days Facebook page. The couple graduated from Baraga High School in 1977 and were married in 1980. They are third generation owners of Wilkinson’s …

The following press release was issued by Keweenaw National Historical Park: (Calumet, MI) The Advisory Commission and National Park Service at Keweenaw National Historical Park are pleased to announce that 16 Keweenaw Heritage Grants have been awarded for projects across Michigan’s historic Copper Country. A total of $137,861.00 was disbursed, with …