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A windy cold day like today will certainly keep the ticks away. Ticks are tiny arachnids that are commonly found outside, especially as regions warm up to springtime weather. Michigan is home to five tick species, one of which can carry Lyme disease. The two types of ticks most commonly …

The Hancock Trails Club has purchased a new ski grooming tool that will help operators treat trails faster. The Hancock Trails Club recently purchased a Ginzu, manufactured by Yellowstone Track Systems, that creates a smoother more compact trail with a wider path than the club’s old groomer. The club used …

Calumet continues to work toward redevelopment while encouraging the preservation of the community. Next week Calumet leaders will invite real estate professionals to a sit-down luncheon to learn about the promising future of Calumet’s historic downtown. Main Street Calumet Executive Director Leah Polzin says that realtors are often the first …

Last week the Houghton Portage Township School District finished gathering community input for enhancing education in the district. During the past two months, Superintendent Anders Hill says, the community provided key information that helped to guide the district in creating three options for facility expansion. For the planning and construction …

Today Michigan will test the state outdoor weather warning system; More commonly known as the start to annual tornado siren tests. Residents will hear tornado alert tests on television and radio stations and hear the sirens with the outdoor warning system. The drill will begin at 1 pm today. Find …

Sunny days are on their way, as the Copper Country warms up to spring. With the change of seasons comes some great opportunities to check out the natural wonders and beauty of the Keweenaw Peninsula. Visit Keweenaw wants to encourage residents and visitors to get out early this spring and …

Bright and early after a night of packing meals, 31 Backpacks sent spring break meals out to schools throughout the copper country. Each week and especially during longer breaks from school, the food distribution non-profit sends meals home with students facing food insecurity. By the end of 2023, 31 backpacks …

The Marquette County Sheriff believes they have identified the victim of a vehicle fire late last week. Marquette County Sheriff deputies responded to the scene of a vehicle fire on Friday at 9:10 pm on County Road 492 near Everly Way. Officers observed a vehicle fully engulfed in flames. The …

Laurium has begun the process of creating an updated recreation plan. Over the past month, Laurium collected survey responses from residents to gain a better understanding of the community’s needs and desires. Last night the village planning commission held the first opportunity for the public to give in-person input on …

The Copper Shores Community Health Foundation supports medical students and their education journey. Recently Copper Shores announced its support for scholarships with five Michigan State University College of Human Medicine UP Campus students. These students are currently enrolled as students in their second to fourth year of medical school with …