Researchers at the University of Michigan will receive $250,000 to develop materials that can prevent concussions. Professor Ellen Arruda with U of M’s Mechanical Engineering Department says they’re studying how to minimize the effects of hits to the head. The university was one of five winners in the final phase …
Read More »Lawmakers Bring Nativity Back to Capitol
Some state lawmakers are making sure a Christian Nativity scene can be seen on the Capitol lawn this holiday. Senator Ken Horn bought the Nativity from Bronner’s Christmas store, which is being displayed next to the Capitol. He says Senator Rick Jones has volunteered to set up the Nativity each …
Read More »Don't Wrap Your Gifts Before Taking A Flight
Many people are heading to the airports this time of year with the promise that they will be home for Christmas. With the increased security at all airports, there are some important regulations to keep in mind as you pack. If you are planning to bring gifts with you, you …
Read More »Getting To Know Portage Lake District Library's New Director–Dillon Geshel
Portage Lake District library has a new director. Dillon Geshel was hired into the position after a unanimous vote by the Library’s Board of Trustees. Geshel has been serving as interim director since the previous director retired. Geshel says he grew up in the area, so he’s familiar with the …
Read More »Debbie Lorenz Joins UP Health System – Portage Internal Medicine
HANCOCK, Mich. – UP Health System – Portage is proud to welcome Debbie Lorenz, NP to its internal medicine staff in Hancock. Lorenz is partnering with Dr. Katriina Hopper and began seeing patients in late November. Lorenz will also be working with Nephrologist Dr. David Woltmann in the coming months to …
Read More »Plea Agreement In The Works In Laplander Case
The trial against 36-year-old Isaac Laplander will not begin in a couple of weeks as scheduled. The Calumet man was set to face a jury trial starting on January 6th. Instead, he is expected to plea that day in accordance with a plea agreement that is in the works. Houghton …
Read More »Taking A Look At Gender Identity In The Copper Country
Transgendered–a term more and more people are becoming familiar with, and not just because of pop culture. Gender identity is an issue facing many people right here in the Copper Country, and it can be tough especially on teenagers. The key to understanding is knowing the difference between sex and …
Read More »CHS Drama Club Receives KCF Youth Endowment Fund Grant
Calumet, Michigan—The Calumet High School Drama Club is pleased to announce it has received a $3,000 grant from the Keweenaw Community Foundation Youth Endowment Fund. These funds will support the Acting On It: Skills Development through Theatre program, which will provide students (grades 9-12) with opportunities for skills development and …
Read More »MI Jobless Rate Increases In November
Michigan’s unemployment rate was slightly higher in November. State officials say the jobless rate rose one-tenth of a percent in November from October to 5.1 percent. The workforce rose by 21,000, total employment advanced by 15,000, while the number of unemployed increased by 6,000. The jobless rate is 1.4 percent …
Read More »Bill to Prohibit Counties From Requiring Soil Erosion Permits Awaits Gov's Signature
Counties couldn’t force farmers to get a permit and pay a fee to do work on their own land under a bill that’s headed to the governor. That work includes clearing fence rows, installing irrigation or uprooting trees – anything that disturbs the soil that isn’t plowing or tilling. State …
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