Category Archives: Local News

Across the copper country rail provided important infrastructure. Allowing copper mined in the region to leave, and for new people to settle into the Keweenaw Peninsula. The final train crossed the Po...

Residents were out early Tuesday morning to begin voting in local elections. In Houghton County, voters had four millages to consider. Going on to approve just two items. Canal View Senior Care Facili...

Cash rules everything around the world. And developing strong financial skills from a young age can help individuals create stability throughout life. This year, Breakwater Federal Credit Union has or...

Kivajat dancers appear and perform throughout the year in the Copper Country. Even earning invites to regional cultural festivals, helping greet guests arriving by cruise ship, and keeping heritage al...

Voters enter polling places today across the western upper peninsula. In the Keweenaw Peninsula, Baraga, Houghton, Keweenaw, and Ontonagon county voters will each consider the Copper County ISD's cons...

In April, Laurium's George Gipp Arena ice condenser fundraiser received a generous gift in honor of a long-time volunteer and figure in the community. Over the weekend, Laurium's community came togeth...

In less than 30 days, the Hancock Trails Club accomplished its fundraising goal with Michigan Economic Development Corporation. Thanks to the community. HTC board member Ian Helmer says it took the gr...

When your hometown receives more than 200 inches of snow annually, you make the most out of winter. Hancock embraces its location and winter city spirit. After the first snowfall, the city begins deco...

Intentionally keeping cultures, traditions, and heritage keeps the Croatian community close knit. While in the past Slovenia, Serbia, and Croatia kept a complicated relationship, the communities have ...

Back-to-school season is fast approaching. Many parents may feel some anxiety as they look over their student's school supplies list. Not to mention the price tag that comes along with a new calculato...