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31 Confirmed Cases Of Zika Virus In Michigan

Since August 19th of this year, Michigan has seen 144 possible cases of Zika Virus. Out of those suspected cases, 31 of them have been confirmed. The Michigan Department of Health and Human services says so far not one case has been locally acquired, all came from travelers outside of the …

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Hancock Ready To Hand Over Garbage & Recycling Pickup

For more information, visit the City of Hancock website: This is the final week that the city of Hancock will be doing their own curbside recycling pickup. Waste Management will begin handling the city’s garbage and recycling starting Monday, September 12th. Residents are reminded that all items need to be out …

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The Houghton County Fair Opens Thursday

Preparations for the Houghton County Fair continue as the opening day approaches. Bonnie DeCaire-Jones from the Fair Board says they’ve got everyone registered and they’re ready to begin. As always, the fair will feature a number of new attractions–including the Live Shark Encounter show and a bunch of new rides …

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Porcupine Mountains Music Festival This Weekend

Three days of great music and fun are headed for the Porcupine Mountains. The 12th Annual Porcupine Mountains Music Festival is set for Aug. 26-28 at the Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park’s winter recreation area (ski hill). The festival is presented by the Friends of The Porkies, a 501(c)3 nonprofit …

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Critical Need For Blood In The U.P.

Donate Blood

There is a shortage of O-positive, A-positive, B-negative, A-negative, O-negative, and AB-positive blood across the Upper Peninsula. Donations to the UP Regional Blood Center always stay in the Upper Peninsula to help patients in your local community. Center locations and hours can be found online at www.mgh.org/blood. Call 1-800-491-4483 (GIVE) …

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Prepare For Back To School Transition

The new school year is just around the corner and whether you have a child starting for the first time, or entering their last year of high school, it’s not to late to begin a back to school transition. Here’s Health Reporter Dr. Deanna Lites.

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