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The expiration date of the federal emergency declaration over the lead-tainted water crisis in Flint is quickly approaching. State and federal officials are reassuring city residents that there is a continued effort to make sure residents have clean drinking water. EPA Acting Regional Administrator Bob Kaplan.. After August 14th, the …

The number of trampoline parks have increased in recent years, and so have park-related injuries in children according to a new study. In just four years, trips to the emergency room due to trampoline park injuries jumped from just under 600 to almost 7,000. Researcher Kathryn Kasmire. Sprains and dislocations …

Many of us can’t function without our morning cup of Joe, but for some drinking coffee makes them feel sick. It may be because of your metabolism. Wellness expert Dr. Michael Roizen. In some, coffee can decrease your risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease, parkinson’s disease and type-2 diabetes.

Calumet, MI – D.A. Glass America, Inc. has announced a change in ownership.  IIWS, Inc. has agreed in principle to acquire 100% of the company and has changed the name to OcuGlass, LLC effective immediately.  Current management will continue to operate the new company as the corporate structure moves forward …

The Kestner Waterfront Park in Houghton is the place to be this afternoon to enjoy a variety of STEM-themed activities. It’s all part of the 2nd Annual Keweenaw Science and Engineering Festival. Michigan Tech’s Center for Science and Environmental Outreach is putting on the Family Engineering Day with hands-on challenges …

Alumni and friends of Michigan Technological University from throughout the country return to Houghton this week for the University’s annual Alumni Reunion. More than 500 visitors are expected for three days of tours, talks, cruises, awards and a pasty picnic. Things kick off Thursday morning with a Welcome Breakfast and …

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources will hold an open house this month to showcase three master plan concepts being considered to replace features lost to Lake Superior wave erosion at F.J. McLain State Park in Houghton County. The 443-acre park is situated between Calumet and Hancock and features two miles …

After his campaign for Washington ended Tuesday, State Senator Tom Casperson will be headed back to Lansing. Around 6,000 votes separated Casperson and Jack Bergman in the First Congressional District GOP Primary. Casperson said that he received great support at the polls from his constituents in the Upper Peninsula, but …

Now that the primary elections are behind them, the winners are turning their focus toward November. Retired Lt. General Jack Bergman and former Michigan Democratic Party Chair Lon Johnson were declared winners of their respective primaries on Tuesday. Johnson says his campaign will focus on showing how northern Michigan can …

Though the general election isn’t until November, the Houghton County Clerk already knows she’s staying on the job. That’s because Jennifer Lorenz of Pelkie won’t be facing a Republican challenger after defeating her opponent, Mary Beth Hodges of Lake Linden, in the Democratic Primary on Tuesday. Houghton County Clerk/Register of …