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The Keweenaw Bay Indian Community is taking action after criminal warrants were issued against two members in connection to what tribal leaders are calling ‘wrongful seizures’ of tobacco products destined for tribal territory. Tribal officials say the state issued the warrants against two of its members for alleged violations of …

The Copper Country Community Arts Center in Hancock is hosting its 40th annual Poor Artists Sale at the CLK Gymnasium in Calumet on Saturday, December 3 from 11am-4pm. The Poor Artists Sale is an annual juried holiday art fair hosted by the Copper Country Community Arts Council as a benefit …

71-year-old Rodney Granroth is still missing. An avid outdoorsman, the Dollar Bay man disappeared while hunting on his family’s property in Tapiola last Thursday. His wife of 51 years describes what these last several days have been like. Rodney’s wife, Faye Granroth, said “It’s sort of like a nightmare that maybe …

The holiday season can be tough for divorced parents trying to spend time with their children. Family law attorney Jessica Woll says it’s important to put the children’s needs first. And she adds planning and communication are key.

Thanksgiving is a time for family and friends to come together and share a meal. But there’s often one family member whose behavior can disrupt the gathering. To avoid a side dish of drama, family therapist Carrie Krawiec says plan ahead. If you’re the host, try to arrange seating in …

Over 1.5 million Michiganders will hit the road for Thanksgiving. AAA says this is a two percent increase over last year–the seventh consecutive year of growth–and the most travelers for the holiday since 2007. Rising wages, falling gas prices and high consumer confidence all behind the surge. While more Michiganders are on …

It could be an early Thanksgiving gift for a lucky lottery player. Tonight’s Powerball jackpot now stands at $359 million. The winning numbers will be drawn at 11:00pm.

The Thanksgiving holiday is almost here and that means travel, food, family and football. As motorists prepare to hit the highways, the Michigan State Police is gearing up for the annual Operation C.A.R.E. traffic safety initiative, starting today and lasting through Sunday. Troopers across the state will conduct high-visibility enforcement …

The Portage Lake District Library and the Downtown Houghton Farmer’s Market invite everyone to join them for their first indoor farmer’s market. This event will be held inside the library this afternoon from 3:30 – 6:30 p.m. Vendors will be selling maple syrup, fall vegetables, bakery, jam, jellies, crafts, soaps, …

Press Release Issued By Ojibwa Casinos: The Ojibwa Casinos in Baraga and Marquette have recently approved renovations and expansions for the first time since they opened.  The newly constructed casino planned for Marquette would create an “Entertainment Mecca”. The $33.5 million Marquette project will include a three star 80 room …