Category Archives: Featured

Football Wins for MTU, LL-H and L'Anse - Friday Sports Wrap
Click on the highlighted scores for more game details. High School The high school football season opened last night... Lake Linden-Hubbell spotted Ishpeming a touchdown on the second play of the game...
Todd Overbeek Aug 28, 2026

Law enforcement's Torch Run takes off as the Copper Country races to support Special Olympics of Michigan
In September, Michigan's law enforcement community will begin the Flame of Hope Torch Run from Copper Harbor to Detroit. As officers, deputies and state troopers carry the flame across the state, town...
Thomas Fournier Aug 27, 2026

Tie-dying, a picnic and community with Keweenaw Queers
While Keweenaw Queers' annual Pride Fest in June draws the largest crowds, the LGBTQIA+ organization hosts events year-round to foster community and connection. This Saturday, the group will host an a...
Thomas Fournier Aug 27, 2026

Michigan Tech Golf Club welcomes all skill levels for autumn season
As Michigan Tech students return to campus for autumn 2026, the university's men's Golf Club prepares to launch its season. Though operating as a club-level rather than varsity sport, the team consist...
Thomas Fournier Aug 27, 2026

MI-TRALE events offer the community opportunities to get involved with the organization
Hitting the trails is more enjoyable with friends, and even better when traversing paths you've helped maintain. Mi-Trail, a volunteer-driven organization, invites outdoor enthusiasts to join its miss...
Thomas Fournier Aug 27, 2026

MDOT work in September prepares for the Portage Lake Lift Bridge proejct
The Michigan Department of Transportation announced plans to improve US-41 in Houghton in preparation for the larger Portage Lake Lift Bridge project. The $416,000 infrastructure investment will enhan...
Thomas Fournier Aug 27, 2026

Calumet HS Athletic HOF Class Announced - Thursday Sports Wrap
Click on the highlighted scores for more game details. High School In high school volleyball last night... Houghton swept Gwinn 3-0 (25-14, 25-8, 25-19). Annika Henquinet had 6 kills and 13 digs; Lydi...
Todd Overbeek Aug 27, 2026

Houghton's Digital Bloom art experience earns a $4,000 MACC grant
The Michigan Arts and Culture Council awarded Houghton's Digital Bloom art festival a $4,000 Project Support grant, recognizing the value of accessible public art in rural communities. The grant will ...
Thomas Fournier Aug 26, 2026

Finlandia Art Gallery exhibit displays the life of reindeer herders
Hancock's tenure as the Finno-Ugric Capital of Culture concludes soon, but cultural programming continues through the year's final days. The Finlandia Art Gallery at the Finnish American Heritage Cent...
Thomas Fournier Aug 26, 2026

Canal Colors Festival expanding activities, events, and fall fun over three days
While summer may feel fleeting in Michigan's Upper Peninsula, autumn in the Keweenaw Peninsula offers something special. The fiery transformation of leaves each fall draws visitors and residents alike...
Thomas Fournier Aug 26, 2026





