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Verna Mize may not be a household name around the country. But in the Copper Country many people know of her dedication and commitment to preserving Lake Superior’s beauty. Mize grew up in the Upper Peninsula she was born in Houghton and attended Calumet High School. Before moving away to …

The Red Jacket Boutique will officially host the storefront’s Grand Opening. The shop has been open for number of months already, but will officially welcome the community to check out their building, and clothing items. The Red Jacket Boutique is located at 111 Shelden Avenue, which was recently renovated during …

Houghton will begin implementing the city’s new parking ordinance and parking permit system. Last night following a hearing on the new parking ordinance, the city council unanimously passed new parking enforcement rules and fines. Resident will have three overnight parking permits to chose from, including a 6 month pass, one …

Local veterans groups play key roles in community throughout the Keweenaw Peninsula. Some often host charitable dinners, support local high school scholarships, and are well represented during parades throughout the summer. These groups also work on community projects, and spend time sharing stories at the VFW or American Legion halls. …

Last year’s community wide picnic was so much fun, Copper Shores Community Health Foundation plans to return with the event. But this year, the picnic will move to L’Anse at the waterfront park. The community picnic brings together families and the community for a day of fun and relaxation. While …

New rules and fees for parking may be coming to Houghton. At tonight’s council meeting the city will consider approving updates to the parking ordinance and fee schedule. The fee schedule will include updates to 24 hour parking permits, with overnight options for 6 months, the school year, and a …

Houghton’s planning commission will encourage the city council to go after a municipal buildings grant, focusing on improvements to Dee Stadium. City Manager Eric Waara plans to submit a grant application with the Michigan Labor and Economic Opportunity department for the Community Center Grant program. Next month the planning commission …

As received from the Adams Township Public Works Department: Due to a drop in pressure in the Adams Township water supply (Atlantic Mine only), bacterialcontamination may have occurred in the water system. Bacteria are generally not harmful andare common throughout our environment. Corrective measures are currently being undertakento correct the …

A federal bill that would compensate the Keweenaw Bay Indian Community for land illegally taken from it a century ago has advanced in the United States Senate. The Keweenaw Bay Indian Community Land Claim Settlement Act of 2023 was passed without discussion last week by the Senate Indian Affairs Committee, as part …

Hancock’s master plan analysis with Progressive Engineers and Architects is nearly finished. Last night the planning commission met with officials from Progressive Engineers and architects to review their findings so far from the April and May master plan public input sessions. James Killborn, an associate planner with the urban planning …