Local News

Sisu is often defined as rugged perseverance–and that’s what it takes to get through a Copper Country winter. So to celebrate the coming of spring, the public is invited to take part in the Sisu Shuffle, hosted by UP Health System—Portage. The annual 5K run/walk will begin at the hospital …

The following press released was issued by Michigan Tech: It’s been a fall highlight in the Keweenaw for three decades.  And this year, the Parade of Nations will celebrate its 30thanniversary on Saturday, September 21, around a theme of “30 Years Bridging Cultures.” The day kicks off with a parade at 11 …

A fundraising campaign is underway for the 3rd season of an Upper Peninsula-based web series set in post-apocalyptic times. Co-produced by Lullskull Limited and “A” Street Films, Northbound has had two successful seasons and is ready to embark on their third and final season. Co-creator and Iron Mountain native Seth …

A fire in downtown Houghton closed Shelden Avenue for a short while as firefighters responded to the scene. The fire began in a 3rd floor apartment above the Sew Irresistible store and was reported by a neighbor shortly before 2:00pm Monday. The building was evacuated and there were no reported …

The following press release was issued by the KNHP: Keweenaw National Historical Park (NHP) is seeking applicants to fill two expired seats on the Keweenaw National Historical Park Advisory Commission. The Commission, composed of seven volunteer citizens appointed by the Secretary of the Interior, represents the public and works collaboratively …

Teaching children how to write is an endeavor of love, sweat, and tears. It’s an ongoing process of pulling out words and nudging students along to their point of breakthrough. However, when students are given the opportunity to share their teacher’s own editing and revising process, the art of writing …

A Girl Scout from Laurium is among those being recognized by the Girls Scouts of the Northwestern Great Lakes. Laura Lyons earned the Girl Scout Gold Award with her project, The Medicine of the Future is Our Food. In describing her project, Laura said, “My project focused on the health …

A renewable energy company is no longer pursuing a wind farm project in Baraga County. Renewable Energy Systems had proposed erecting dozens of wind turbines in the Huron Mountains within L’Anse Township. The proposal was strongly opposed by the Keweenaw Bay Indian Community and the Friends of the Huron Mountains. …

Vendors and entries into the parade are being sought for this year’s Bridgefest. This year’s celebration includes the Bridgefest parade on Friday, June 14 at 7:05 pm. The route begins in Hancock and proceeds over the Portage Lake Lift Bridge. It continues through downtown Houghton ending just past the Magnuson …

The following press release was issued by the Keweenaw Chamber of Commerce: PRESS RELEASE – Keweenaw Chevrolet in Houghton and Keweenaw Buick/GMC in Hancock partnered with the Keweenaw Chamber of Commerce for the 2019 Bridgefest celebration. As the presenting sponsor, Keweenaw Chevrolet in Houghton and Keweenaw Buick/GMC in Hancock eagerly …