Category Archives: Local News

Breakwater Federal Credit Union supports students exploring education opportunities beyond high school
Breakwater Federal Credit Union opens doors for people to their first home, car, and even dorm room. Recently Breakwater Federal Credit Union announced it has opened its scholarship program to student...
Thomas Fournier Mar 07, 2025

EGLE issues the Copperwood Mine project an updated air permit
EGLE grants the Highland Copper Company an updated air permit for work continuing at the Copperwood Mine project. On Wednesday Highland Copper announced it has received approval for an updated air per...
Thomas Fournier Mar 07, 2025

Aspirus Keweenaw organizes clinic to teach student-athletes, coaches and parents about injury prevention
Across the Copper Country's school district, many students participate in athletics. And each year many students experience injuries or develop chronic conditions that can limit their athletic ability...
Thomas Fournier Mar 07, 2025

Skiers pick up bibs and have a final chance to register for the Great Bear Chase at Calumet High School
Before the Keweenaw Peninsula closes out winter events and starts to prepare for fun in the sun this summer. Many active residents and visitors will chase the bear at the Swedetown Trails. Tomorrow mo...
Thomas Fournier Mar 07, 2025

Copper Country Community Arts Center celebrates Youth Arts Month with an exhibit featuring local work
Throughout March the Copper Country Community Arts Center celebrates young artists. March for the local community arts center celebrates Youth Arts Month. Throughout the month visitors can stop in and...
Thomas Fournier Mar 06, 2025

The Yamato Drummers of Japan arrive in Houghton and celebrate Taiko drumming in a single day
Many incredible performances travel to the Keweenaw Peninsula as a part of the Rozsa Center's lineup each season. Sometimes a small group takes the stage or even a loud band from the other side of the...
Thomas Fournier Mar 06, 2025

CCISD's Construction Technology Program builds future student success with technical career skills
The Copper Country ISD's CTE program expands student learning opportunities and offers youth opportunities to make an impact on the community. The Copper Country ISD's CTE Construction Technology stud...
Thomas Fournier Mar 06, 2025

Copper Dog organizers show appreciation for hundreds of volunteers over the weekend
Another Copper Dog winner and another fantastic Copper Dog weekend couldn't be possible without hundreds of volunteers. Over the weekend Copper Dog featured several fun events. Friday night started wi...
Thomas Fournier Mar 05, 2025

A blizzard blows into the Keweenaw Peninsula
When the roads are covered with snow, and the winds blow, yoopers still know how to drive. However, law enforcement will still warn drivers to clean off their cars, slow down, and take their time gett...
Thomas Fournier Mar 05, 2025

Big Brothers Big Sisters supports mentors connecting with youth in the Copper Country
Growing up with someone to look up to can make a large difference in a child's success. Big Brothers Big Sisters works with kids in communities to pair mentors with youth and provide another figure fo...
Thomas Fournier Mar 05, 2025






