Category Archives: Featured

UPCAP opens registration for the June Dementia Caregiving Workshop virtual program
While raising your own kids, you'll start to help out your parents more than before. Taking on the caregiver role within a family takes dedication, understanding and the ability to work at someone els...
Thomas Fournier May 01, 2026

Bridgefest fireworks will launch from the Portage Canal in 2026
Bridgefest fireworks will have a new launch point this year after the Hancock City Council approved an application from the Bridgefest organizing committee in April. The plan will have the display lau...
Thomas Fournier May 01, 2026 Bridgefest 2024 fireworks photo provided by Brockit Inc.

2025-26 winter sets new Michigan Technological University campus snowfall record
Early risers might have seen a few snowflakes on their cars today. But spring has settled into the Keweenaw Peninsula, and snow piles won't last much longer. The snowfall in Keweenaw County in 2025-26...
Thomas Fournier May 01, 2026

Pistons Face Must-Win Game Tonight - Friday Sports Wrap
Click on the highlighted scores for more details. High School No high school softball or baseball scores were reported from yesterday. The Lakes Invitational Track Meet was postponed to Monday. The Ho...
Todd Overbeek May 01, 2026

Non-homestead operating millage accounts for significant funding for Dollar Bay - Tamarack City Area Schools
Voters within the Dollar Bay Tamarack City School District will decide Tuesday whether to renew the school's non-homestead operating millage, a critical funding measure that supports district operatio...
Thomas Fournier Apr 30, 2026

Copper Country Chorale salutes America's 250th anniversary
The Copper Country Chorale will celebrate America's 250th anniversary Sunday with a special concert featuring classic tunes and folk songs that chronicle the nation's musical heritage. "Singing Onward...
Thomas Fournier Apr 30, 2026 Screenshot

Copper Shores highlights sexual violence awareness through community partnerships
Throughout April, Copper Shores has worked to shine a light on sexual violence in the Copper Country, culminating with the Puppy Parade at the end of Sexual Assault Awareness Month. Despite the Upper ...
Thomas Fournier Apr 30, 2026

Sweeps for Hancock Baseball, Houghton Softball - Thursday Sports Wrap
Click on the highlighted scores for more details. High School In high school baseball yesterday... Hancock swept Lake Linden-Hubbell 15-0 and 8-2. The Bulldogs took command in the opener with 10 runs ...
Todd Overbeek Apr 30, 2026

Festival of Nations will expand welcoming international students to Houghton's community
Michigan Technological University is transforming its longtime Parade of Nations tradition. Expanding the event beyond Dee Stadium to create a more community-focused celebration that increases interac...
Thomas Fournier Apr 29, 2026

Puppy Parade returns to spread awareness for sexual assault survivors
Copper Shores Community Health Foundation will conclude Sexual Assault Awareness Month this evening with a community puppy parade designed to bring levity to a serious subject while creating awareness...
Thomas Fournier Apr 29, 2026






