Category Archives: Local News
Houghton considers amending zoning enforcement of temporary signs
Houghton is considering amending the city's sign ordinance within zoning enforcement. At the July planning commission meeting, the board moved Chapter 98 amendments to the city council following a len...
Jul 29, 2026
Keweenaw ATV Club prepares for fall clean up, encourages members attend August meeting
The Keweenaw ATV Club has been enjoying summer on the trails its members work hard to maintain. But as spring and fall approach, it's time to work. Next week, the club anticipates distributing fall Tr...
Jul 28, 2026
Copper Country's community invited to dedicate a new trail apart of the Tech Trails Network
The community is invited to celebrate the dedication of the McLean Brownell River Trail on Friday. Don McLean and his brother Norman McLean have donated 21.6 acres to the Tech Trails System and Portag...
Jul 28, 2026
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to dredge three harbors on Lake Superior's western end
The US Army Corps of Engineers announced Monday that dredging work will begin in August in three harbors on the western end of Lake Superior. In May, the Army Corps of Engineers awarded a $1.6 million...
Jul 28, 2026
Volunteers guide patrons to great shows at the Calumet Theatre
The historic Calumet Theatre is searching for volunteers to assist with various operating tasks. As a non-profit organization, the theatre often struggles to find people to perform the jobs necessary ...
Jul 28, 2026
Keweenaw Health Foundation donates $25,000 to the Swedetown Trails Club Universal Accessibility Project
The Keweenaw Health Foundation announced Monday it has awarded a $25,000 grant to Calumet Township to support the Swedetown Trails Club's universal accessibility project that will reconfigure the Swed...
Jul 28, 2026
Michigan Technological University research proposals selected for Mission Genesis with the Department of Energy
Michigan Technological University researchers are positioned to help shape the future of artificial intelligence in science. Michigan Tech shared Monday that researchers from the campus have three pro...
Jul 27, 2026
MDOT to repair the US-41 bridge over the Sturgeon River in Chassell
Infrastructure improvements are coming to a key bridge in the area. The Michigan Department of Transportation will begin repair work on the US-41 bridge over the Sturgeon River starting August 3. The ...
Jul 27, 2026
Houghton blooms beautifully in the summer
Summer brightens any mood when spent in Michigan's Upper Peninsula. Art captures those moments and preserves them for when winter takes over. Houghton is introducing a new festival to the community on...
Jul 27, 2026
Lake Linden resident elevated to System Director of Facilities and Security at Aspirus Health
A lifelong resident is taking on expanded responsibilities within the Aspirus Health system. Aspirus Health announced Friday that Jason Bessner will become the healthcare provider's System Director fo...
Jul 27, 2026
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