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Permit and contracting issues are delaying dredging work planned for this spring and summer off the Keweenaw Peninsula that will help save Buffalo Reef from being covered by drifting stamp sands. “While the Grand Traverse Harbor will likely be dredged this fall, the project may be delayed until next year,” …

Walking regularly can help reduce many different types of chronic pain, including pain associated with arthritis. Walk with Ease is a six week evidence-based program that includes: · Safe walking indoors · Discussion on osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, and fibromyalgia · Managing pain and stiffness · Tips on proper clothing and …

An Eclipse took place in early May in Grand Rapids, and in this instance no special glasses are needed for viewing – just a DVD player and an interest in the history of Finnish-American co-operatives. “Co-operatively Yours,” the 2017 film by Kristin Ojaniemi and the Finnish American Heritage Center, took …

Grab a fishing rod, ride Michigan’s off-road trails and/or pay a visit to your favorite Michigan state park for free – all in the same weekend. During ‘Three Free’ weekend, June 9-10, residents and out-of-state visitors can enjoy Free Fishing Weekend, Free ORV Weekend and free entry into state parks. All …

With two deliveries complete and five more set to take place over the next two weeks, the Michigan State Police is reminding motorists traveling between L’Anse and Negaunee to use extra caution and be prepared for delays when traveling at night on US- 41. The more than 50 mile stretch …

HOUGHTON, MI – The National Park Service (NPS) has prepared and approved a Record of Decision (ROD) for the Final Environmental Impact Statement to Address the Presence of Wolves at Isle Royale National Park (EIS). On June 7, 2018, Midwest Regional Director Cam Sholly signed the ROD selecting the Preferred …

The Keweenaw Peninsula is known for its opportunity of adventure.  Thrill seekers come from all over to experience our trails and slopes in the winter, with the addition of fishing and water sports in the summer. “I’m going to be living out of a canoe for a distance of about …

Small communities need the support of its healers. With the Portage Health Foundation Scholarship, local students are given tuition aid to encourage them to go into the health sciences and in the hopes that they will remain in or return to the Upper Peninsula for their careers. “We are trying …

The Portage Lake District Library will host a member of Michigan Attorney General Bill Schuette’s Consumer Education Programs team on Tuesday, June 12, from 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. Jake Putala will discuss how to recognize telltale signs of scams prevalent in phone calls, mail, email, and texts along with steps …

The Bridgefest committee is looking for volunteers to help out with this year’s event. The community celebration takes place June 14th through the 17th.  Volunteers are needed for set-up on Friday afternoon from noon to 3pm. Help is also needed with security, checking IDs, selling drink tickets, and serving drinks.  …