UPDATE: The identity of two bodies found following a vehicle fire have been released. They are 19-year-old Joshua Michael Becia of Portage Township and 19-year-old Jay Henry Stevens of Painsdale. Authorities are trying to determine the identities of two bodies found after a vehicle fire on Sunday. Deputies from the …
Read More »South Range Man Injured In Fire
On 05/04/2018 at approximately 08:40 P.M. Deputies responded to 20 4th Street in the Village of South Range for a structure fire with one occupant. Adams Township 1st responders removed a 29 year old male from the structure. 1st responders, Houghton City Police Officers and a Deputy rendered aide to …
Read More »Local Run/Walk Helps Global Effort To Provide Clean Water
Local residents are invited to join in an effort to provide for clean water for everyone. The Global 6k for Water takes place on May 19th, starting at 9:00am at Hope Fellowship church in Houghton. Proceeds from each registration for this special walk/rum event helps provide life-changing clean water for …
Read More »3rd Annual Art Auction Coming For New Skatepark
Houghton, MI Skatepark is closing in on their fundraising goal for Phase 2 of their project to build a public skatepark at Houghton’s East Waterfront Park. They will be holding their 3rd annual art auction at the Keweenaw Brewing Company on Thursday, May 17th. Skateboard decks provided by Quincy Woodwrights …
Read More »Teachers To Pass On Gardening Skills To Students
With the school year coming to a close in the upcoming weeks, most area teachers are preparing for summer vacation, but others are already planning their lessons for next year and some are getting a green thumb in the process. “They’re learning how to manage their garden like an outdoor …
Read More »Spring Cleanup In Hancock Begins
It’s time to cleanup the city of Hancock. Residents are encouraged to take part in the annual cleanup taking place today and tomorrow. Debris, such as old furniture, lumber, small metal items, etc. can be brought to the Public Works Garage, 1601 Tomasi Dr. Friday, May 4th 9 a.m. to …
Read More »Bring Your Old Electronics For Recycling
The CCRI, Copper Country Recycling Initiative, in partnership with Goodwill Industries, Comprenew, MTU, and the Cities of Hancock and Houghton has received funding from the Michigan DEQ for an electronic waste recycling event. When: May 4th (2-6 pm) and 5th (10-2 pm) Where: The Goodwill Training Center at the airport. (after this date this …
Read More »Aspirus At Home Recognizes Hospice Volunteers
Calumet, Mich. – The annual Hospice Volunteer Recognition Dinner was held on Thursday, April 19 at the Michigan House Café in Calumet. Along with some education and discussion of the importance of volunteers to our hospice program, there was also laughter and a delicious meal. The dedicated and caring volunteers provided over …
Read More »Local Ministry Expands Addiction Recovery Program
A Keweenaw treatment program will soon be broadening its horizon’s as it aims to help those struggling with all types of addiction. Dawn of a New Day is a ministry that focuses on addiction recovery and while its current programs cover substance abuse related addictions, the nonprofit organization is adding …
Read More »Saving Michigan’s Offshore Lights: An in-depth look at preserving three U.P. light stations
Copper Harbor, MICH. – New reports analyzing current conditions of the Gull Rock Light Station, Manitou Island Light Station and Stannard Rock Light Station assess the history of the lights and reveal recommendations to guide future work to preserve and protect these iconic structures. Bryan Lijewski, AIA, licensed architect with …
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