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Hancock’s planning commission approved two zoning applications for residential developments last night. The 306 Hancock Street development will add an addition above the existing garage on the property. The addition will convert the structure into a duplex. A second zoning application approved by the commission will construct a five-unit town …

The Village of L’Anse has officially welcomed its newest fire truck.  The 2005 Pierce Dash vehicle becomes the first aerial truck owned by the L’Anse Fire Department. It was purchased from a fire department in Howell Township, New Jersey, and driven to its new home by members of the L’Anse …

It can be difficult to throw away old shoes knowing how long it takes certain materials to decompose. With the idea of helping keep old shoes out of the landfill, and on the soles of feet, while also raising funds for a student trip, Barkell Elementary has partnered with Got …

Michigan Tech University’s Showcase AI plans to dive deep into the subject. During the three-day conference attendees will hear from keynote speakers, and participate in panel discussions focused on the fast-developing world surrounding artificial intelligence. Several speakers expected to join the showcase are heavily involved in the study and development …

With summer officially wrapped up, the Copper Country is ready for fall days and changing leaves. Summer was full of fun festivals, and plenty of out-of-towners coming to the Keweenaw for great outdoor recreation opportunities. Visit Keweenaw Executive Director Brad Barnett says the majority of visitors to the region come …

Michigan Tech University’s campus will celebrate the school’s homecoming throughout the week. This year’s homecoming week will bring students and alumni together as 101 Huskies! During the week students will compete in various team competitions, with some having already taken place yesterday. Then on Thursday, the university will hold the …

Hancock Planning Commission will consider multiple zoning applications that will seek to build residential housing. J.S. Stringer Properties has two zoning applications for consideration with the planning commission. Both will build new housing on Navy Street in Hancock. One project will seek to build a single-family residential home, the second …

The Portage Health Auxiliary announces that applications are open for the group’s 2023 grants. The Portage Health Auxiliary is a local nonprofit organization, with the mission to improve the health and well-being of the youth and elderly populations. The organization additionally promotes the support of healthcare careers and fields. Portage …

The village of Calumet will celebrate a very special anniversary for a special park tomorrow. Agassiz Park in Calumet has made green space available to the public for 100 years. Calumet invites residents, and those who have enjoyed making memories at the park to join the village’s leadership, and the …

A male suspect is in custody and is receiving treatment for injuries sustained in a shoot-out with MSP troopers in Marquette County. At approximately 7 p.m. yesterday, Michigan State Police Hometown Security team troopers were involved in a shooting with a male suspect wanted on a felony warrant. The troopers …