Category Archives: News

Gasoline Price Rise Continues
As we start the week, gasoline prices in Michigan are more than a dime higher than they were last Monday. AAA's ongoing survey pegs this morning's average for a gallon of unleaded regular at $4.84, co...
Todd Overbeek May 18, 2026

Snowmobile Trail Fees to Rise
Snowmobile trail permit fees will be higher next winter. The Michigan Department of Natural Resources is required by law to adjust the cost of the permits to match changes in the Consume Price Index e...
Todd Overbeek May 18, 2026

State Grant will Kickstart River Cleanups
Some Western Upper Peninsula streams and rivers could look a little better soon, thanks to a grant from the State of Michigan. The Iron/Baraga Conservation District is getting $5,000 from the Michigan...
Todd Overbeek May 18, 2026

Black River Falls Viewing Platform Renovations to Begin Today
From the Ottawa National Forest: The Ottawa National Forest will begin a major effort to repair and replace waterfall viewing platforms, stairways and trail structures along the Black River corridor b...
Todd Overbeek May 18, 2026

Spaghetti dinner supports Fourth of July festivities in South Range
Many events this summer in the Keweenaw Peninsula will wrap up planning in the coming weeks. With so little time left until Juhannus, Bridgefest and more, there's also little time left to show support...
Thomas Fournier May 15, 2026

Signs of summer coming to the Keweenaw Peninsula
Opening up at the start of spring in 2026 took a little more effort, but the Keweenaw Peninsula is ready to welcome many visitors. On Thursday, Visit Keweenaw brought together representatives from the...
Thomas Fournier May 15, 2026

National Weather Service issues red flag warning for high wildfire risk in the western Upper Peninsula
National Weather Service Marquette issued a red flag warning in the western Upper Peninsula. Through Friday, NWS expects warm, dry and windy conditions across Baraga, Gogebic, Iron, Ontonagon and sout...
Thomas Fournier May 15, 2026

Family Fun Fair offers more than exciting activities for families
Houghton County's fair might not return until August, but Copper Shores will bring a little fair fun to the Copper Country this weekend. On Saturday, Copper Shores Community Health Foundation hosts th...
Thomas Fournier May 15, 2026

Finnish heritage influence on the economy of the Copper Country
When Finland came to America, it brought hard workers and a unique culture. 2026 shines a light on Hancock's heritage as the Finno-Ugric Capital of Culture, recognizing years of history in the communi...
Thomas Fournier May 15, 2026

Isle Royale issue food storage guidelines for 2026 visitor season
Isle Royale's Ranger III has completed the first voyage to the island national park, dropping off staff ahead of the main visitor season. Just before the opening of Isle Royale National Park, the Nati...
Thomas Fournier May 14, 2026






