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State Rep. Sara Cambensy (D-Marquette) speaking on the House floor at the Capitol in Lansing (Archive photo courtesy of House Democrats) A bill to create a committee to guide decisions on Michigan’s mining industry is one step closer to becoming law. Introduced by State Representative Sara Cambensy in February, the …

The following press release was issued by the Keweenaw National Historical Park: Calumet, MI – As part of a planning process Keweenaw National Historical Park is seeking public input about a Draft Accessibility Self Evaluation and Transition Plan through July 11, 2019. An interdisciplinary team of National Park Service employees …

Volunteers are needed for several subcommittees that are part of the Copper Country Recycling Initiative. If you are interested in any of these subcommittees, email the contact person listed. 1.  Outreach /Elected officials What services do township residents want? Recycling drop-off sites? What else? How can we increase communication with township supervisors, …

The following press release was issued by the Beacon House: “The Wizard” Captain Keith Colburn to head up Fish & Chips Events on Lake Superior and Marquette Golf Club June 19, 2019 – Captain Keith Colburn from the popular reality show, “The Deadliest Catch,” will be in Marquette on June …

An Ontonagon County Deputy arrested a 31 yr old Mosinee, WI male Thursday morning just after midnight for Fleeing and Eluding, Unlawful Driving Away of an Auto, and Larceny. He is being held at the Ontonagon County Jail pending arraignment. Ontonagon County was assisted by MSP troopers and K-9 units, …

The following press release was issued by the Finnish American Heritage Center: HANCOCK, Mich. — The public presentation by visiting Finnish artist Minna Hokka about musical instruments made from materials found in nature will begin earlier than previously announced. The program will begin at 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, June 22 …

The following press release was issued by MTEC Smartzone: HOUGHTON, MI – June 19, 2019 – MTEC SmartZone (MTEC) announces that three of their team members are now certified GrowthWheel® Business Advisors. GrowthWheel® is a visual toolbox and cloud-based platform used by business advisors to help client companies make decisions …

Finlandia’s inaugural Giving Day is in full swing, featuring events online and on campus while raising money for college textbooks. Coordinator of External Relations Olivia Myers says there are a number of other ways alumni can give back.  “Such as the Alumni Mentor Program, the Alumni Advocates Program, or being …

The Hancock Public Library is showing significant improvements under the management of their partners across the canal. Portage Lake District Library Director Dillon Geshel gave an update to the Hancock City Council at their regular meeting Wednesday. The PLDL has been overseeing the public library within the Hancock Public Schools …

Hancock Mayor John Haeussler is stepping down. Mayor Haeussler announced his resignation due to health reasons at the city council’s regular meeting Wednesday. He has served as a member of the council for a total of six years, in addition to work on several city commissions, including cemetery and recreation. …