Voters in the Keweenaw Bay Indian Community have approved a proposal to modify the tribe’s anticipated investment in its casinos. Unofficial results from Saturday’s election posted by the KBIC show a 168-107 vote in favor of the latest plan. The language caps spending on the Baraga project at 6.5-million dollars, and the …
Read More »Courtney Mayo Named Baraga Fair Queen
Pelkie – Courtney Mayo was named the 2016 Baraga County Fair Queen Friday evening, on the opening day of the fair. Sarah Dix was selected as first runner-up, and Anna Pietila as second runner-up. In an unusual result, the Miss Congeniality award was shared among all five contestants, with each receiving …
Read More »Commissioner Ala Explains Why He Left Board Meeting
UPDATE: 8/12/16 Commissioner Scott Ala released this statement regarding the August meeting of the Houghton County Board of Commissioners. “I’ve received many phone calls and texts why I left the Commissioners meeting right after the mers vote. Was I that mad and it’s unprofessional, “Ala said. “I left because I …
Read More »Come Learn About The National Marine Sanctuary Program
The Houghton-Keweenaw Conservation District invites you to come learn about the National Marine Sanctuary Program for the Great Lakes. Featured Speakers will include Sandra Clark from the Michigan Department of Natural Resources and Ellen Brody, Great Lakes Regional Coordinator from the NOAA Office of National Marine Sanctuaries. You’ll also learn …
Read More »Copper Country Rock and Mineral Show This Weekend
The annual Copper Country Rock and Mineral Show returns to the Houghton Elementary School this weekend. The event features gems, minerals, rocks, jewelry and historic mining stock certificates from the Keweenaw and around the world. There will be grab bags for kids, and opportunities for them to search for copper …
Read More »Baraga County Fair Begins
The Baraga County Fair begins today at the fairgrounds in Pelkie. The next three days will feature several great attractions at the fair, including the Junior Horse Show, Chicken Poop BINGO, live music and fireworks. Friday begins with the Senior Day Program at the Performance Hall, followed by the presentation …
Read More »Warnings Issued About Rabies
It’s peak season for rabies, so make sure you and your furry companions are safe. The Department of Agriculture and Rural Development says you should report all animal bites to your local health department so the animals can be tested for rabies. Even though rabies is dangerous, Director of …
Read More »Halftime Recognition Event Planned For Former Hancock Football Players
Once a Bulldog–always a Bulldog, and if you were a player on a Hancock Bulldog football team in the 1940’s and 50’s, a special honor is planned for you. When the Hancock Bulldogs take on the Lake Linden—Hubbell Lakes on Friday, August 26th, players from those decades are invited to …
Read More »Antlerless Deer License Applications On Sale Until Monday
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources reminds hunters that the application period for antlerless deer licenses ends Monday, Aug. 15. Hunters may apply for one license in any open deer management unit (DMU) statewide; a nonrefundable $5 fee is charged at the time of application. Hunters may apply online at …
Read More »Michigan Rail Conference In Marquette Next Week
The 4th annual Michigan Rail Conference will take place in Marquette Aug. 17-18. This year’s theme is Connecting the Dots: Business, Communities and Technology. The program at Northern Michigan University will feature over 30 speakers in panel discussions and breakout sessions on topics including the future of rail in Michigan; …
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