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Two people were injured in a domestic assault in Hancock early Saturday morning. At 2:40 am the Hancock Police Department was dispatched to the 300 block of Hancock Street for a violent domestic dispute by the MSP Negaunee Dispatch. Officers who responded to the scene located two individuals. Mercy EMS …

One of the greatest tools advocates have for addressing human trafficking happens through educating the public on signs and challenges. Tomorrow the Range Lions Club will host the Upper Peninsula Human Trafficking Task Force’s UP Community Unities Against Human Trafficking program. The educational program will share with the community the …

Throughout the Keweenaw Peninsula, it almost feels like some kids are born on the ice. With so many talented hockey players who have gone on to play at the next level, one might not think often about another incredible and beautiful performance on the ice. Tomorrow and Sunday the Copper …

Michigan Department of Transportation crews will get underway working to finish work to build a roundabout in Ishpeming. The US-41/M-28 and Lakeshore Drive roundabout work will resume on Monday. The state transportation department expects work on the 6.4 million dollar project will finish in the Fall. Starting Monday and until …

The Superior FabLab returns with MakerFest 2024 at Houghton High School tomorrow. The full day of fun will celebrate creativity, innovation, and the community’s spirit. MakersFest immerses attendees in STEM-based creations and offers an opportunity to mingle with local STEM clubs. Tomorrow MakerFest will feature 21 unique innovators, more than …

Among the glitz and glam of award season, one region highlighted those that made a difference in the Keweenaw Peninsula. Last night the Keweenaw community hosted the area’s annual SparkPlug Awards to recognize major projects, impactful community members, and area businesses at the Memorial Union Ballroom on Michigan Tech’s campus. …

Hancock’s city council move forward with approving several important items at last night’s March meeting. Hancock will have two large street projects begin this summer repairing North and Prospects streets near the County Fairgrounds. The project will need to start in time says city manager Mary Babcock so that work …

A court hearing scheduled in 97 District Court for Margret Kempainen has been rescheduled. Originally set for a review hearing tomorrow, Kempainen’s time in court was moved to next Monday. The hearing will start and 9 am with Judge Nicholas Daavettila presiding. Kempainen was arrested in late 2023, with her …

Michigan Department of Natural Resource will hold two public input opportunities for two metallic mineral leases for the Keweenaw Land Association and Aquila Resources USA. Michigan DNR has received a mineral lease application from Aquila Resources USA, that requested the mineral rights to 406.67 acres in Menominee County. The DNR …

Eleven Michigan businesses will receive Best Small Business awards at the 20th annual Michigan Celebrates Small Business Awards Gala in May. Including one business from Chassell. The Small Business Development Center Best Small Business Awards a selected by regional offices, and demonstrate significant success in growth and community impact. In …