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The Visual and Performing Arts Department at Michigan Tech is celebrating their 25th anniversary this academic year. There will be a celebratory 25th Anniversary Gala on Saturday, October 6th, beginning at 5:30pm at the Rozsa Center for the Performing Arts.   You’re invited to come celebrate with an evening of cocktails, …

Michigan Tech is among 15 public universities to receive a visit from the Secretary of State.  The agency’s mobile unit was located on campus, allowing students to handle their business, including voter registration. “Secretary of State is sending out the mobile branch unit, which is dropping a branch office right …

The public is invited to join a community conversation and training about voter rights and accessibility for people with disabilities. The event will take place at the Portage Lake District Library on Tuesday, September 25, from 10:00 a.m. – noon. This event will be presented by the Self-Advocates of Michigan, …

A bill to expand access to safe, effective treatment for adolescents and young adults struggling with opioid addiction is moving forward. The US Senate passed the YOUTH Act on Monday, a bipartisan legislation co-introduced by Senator Gary Peters. The provisions, which passed as part of broader legislation, expand an existing …

A former POW from Houghton will be among five special guests to be honored at a ceremony in Iron Mountain. The Oscar G. Johnson VA Medical Center will be holding a National POW/MIA Recognition Day Ceremony this Friday at 11am Central Time. The event will take place at the Pine …

Houghton, Michigan, – The Keweenaw Chamber of Commerce is pleased to annouce a Business Open House in Eagle River Wednesday, September 26th from 5:30-7:30. Come and get an inside glimpse into 3 of Eagle River’s most beautiful properties. Enjoy a self-guided walking tour of Eagle River Lighthouse (1855), Big House …

Houghton, Michigan, – The Keweenaw Chamber of Commerce is happy to host a monthly Lunch & Learn series. Each month, a presenter discusses a topic relevant to business owners. The Keweenaw Co-op generously sponsors the event. This month the presenter, Roger Woods will be discussing “What You Really Sell”. Attendants …

ONTONAGON, Mich. – Still think shots are just for kids? You might want to think again suggests health experts at Aspirus Ontonagon Hospital and Clinics. Adults should receive certain vaccines too. Here’s list of reasons why you shouldn’t skimp on adult vaccinations: 1. Your age or situation could put you at …

On October 10, Feeding America West Michigan,in partnership with Finlandia University, will provide a food distribution to people in need at Baraga Area High School. The distribution will take place at 4:30 p.m. The Mobile Pantry will contain a variety of foods, including fresh produce. This food distribution is to support our …

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources today announced the Lake Superior Sportsman’s Club will offer its ninth-annual Trappers’ Workshop Saturday, Sept. 29 at the club’s facilities in Ontonagon County. The workshop will begin at 10 a.m. EDT (9 a.m. CDT) Sept. 29. Lunch will be provided. The club is located 1.5 miles …