Elementary students in the Keweenaw have the opportunity to explore science on a deeper level later this month. The Michigan Tech Great Lakes Research Center will open its classrooms to students in grades 1 through 5 for a six week after school class that introduces the students to science and …
Read More »A Ken Steiner Memorial Benefit To Support Little Brothers: Friends Of The Elderly
HOUGHTON, MI, JANUARY 3, 2019 – – When longtime local resident Ken Steiner passed away suddenly two years ago, family, friends, and the entire community came together for a memorial to celebrate all the lives he touched through his decades of good work to make the Keweenaw, and the world, …
Read More »1 Million Cups, Copper Country – January 9
1 Million Cups has two new business ready to present! The event will take place on Wednesday, January 9th from 9am to 10am (immediately following the KEDA meeting) at the Finnish American Heritage Center in Hancock. The businesses are: Studio 13 Located in downtown Houghton (just above Remax), Studio 13 …
Read More »Leadership Keweenaw Program Returns This Month
The Keweenaw Chamber of Commerce is happy to announce Leadership Keweenaw beginning January 2019! This is a great, affordable way to start the year off right and develop new, life-changing skills for yourself or an employee. To be a leader, you must first know yourself, then your community. Leadership Keweenaw …
Read More »Bergman Releases Statement After Being Sworn In For Second Term
Congressman Jack Bergman is beginning his second term as Representative for Michigan’s First District Bergman was sworn in this week to the 116th Congress and then released a statement saying, “I’m honored the constituents of the First District have entrusted me to serve as their Representative in the 116th Congress. …
Read More »Cambensy Named Assistant House Democratic Floor Leader
One Upper Peninsula lawmaker is being given a leadership role in the Michigan legislature. State Representative Sara Cambensy has been named assistant House Democratic floor leader for the 2019-2020 legislative term. Cambensy is serving her second term representing the 109th House District and previously served on the Agriculture, Local Government, …
Read More »Your Econo Receipts Can Help Support The Copper Country Humane Society
Want to help support the Copper Country Humane Society? One easy way is to save your receipts from Tadych’s Econo Foods in Houghton. A portion of all sales on collected receipts are donated to the animal shelter. CCHS staff not only accepts receipts at the shelter, but they collect them …
Read More »Intuitive Medicine Presentation At January Lunch & Learn Program
Reservations are being accepted for the January Lunch & Learn program. The series is presented by the Keweenaw Chamber of Commerce and this month’s event invites you to elevate your health and wellness by discovering how your thoughts, words and beliefs are impacting your life and career. Former RN turned …
Read More »DNR Offering Becoming An Outdoors Woman Program
If you’re a woman who would like to spend more time in the outdoors, the Department of Natural Resources is holding a weekend training session this month. The class will take place January 25th through the 27th at the Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park, where ladies will enjoy activities like …
Read More »Make Your Reservations For The Keweenaw Community Spark Plug Awards Dinner
Reservations are being taken for the Keweenaw Community Spark Plug Awards dinner… hosted by the Keweenaw Chamber of Commerce, MTEC SmartZone, Keweenaw Economic Development Alliance, and Keweenaw Young Professionals. Spark Plug Awards recognize local businesses, organizations, community projects, and individuals for their efforts during the past year. Award categories include: …
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