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Stolen Car In Chassell

The Houghton County Sheriff’s Office says they received a complaint of a stolen vehicle today near Chassell. The vehicle is a 2000 Mercury Sable, light blue in color.  The vehicle has a Michigan license plate of BBZ-2522. The vehicle has a front “Saints Auto Sales” license plate and a sticker …

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Several Proposals On Today’s Ballot

There are ballot items galore that are being voted on today. The largest of these may be the millage renewal for the Houghton County Medical Care Facility. The six-year 2.55 mills will generate an estimated $2.17 million for 2016. Without it, major cutbacks in terms of care and staffing are …

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Two Local Races Will Be Decided Today

There are many decisions being made today. Even though this is a primary, the next Houghton County Clerk will be decided since both candidates are on the Democrat side. The current clerk, Jennifer Kelly Lorenz of Pelkie is being challenged by Lake Linden’s Mary Beth Hodges. Calumet residents will decide …

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Don’t Harass The Waterfowl

Michigan Department of Natural Resources conservation officers are reminding personal watercraft (PWC) users there are laws protecting ducks, geese and other waterfowl outside of hunting seasons. “Riding personal watercraft is a great way to enjoy summertime fun in Michigan’s water wonderland, but care must be taken not to endanger waterfowl,” …

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Greimel Complains About Lack Of Summer Sessions

The Michigan legislature has only been in session a couple of days this summer, something House minority leader Tim Greimel isn’t happy about. But, a spokesman for House Speaker Kevin Cotter says in the Granholm era, lawmakers would be scrambling to complete a budget, and that created government shutdowns.

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