Category Archives: News

With awards season approaching, the Keweenaw Chamber of Commerce will join the festive time of year by accepting nominations for the annual Keweenaw Sparkplug Awards. The ceremony highlights individua...

In 1996, a group of concerned residents created the Keweenaw Land Trust to conserve land that was set for sale. Since then, Keweenaw Land Trust has grown its team, volunteer network, and added many mo...

Michigan Tech's Sustainability Film Series gets set to screen five films in the spring. Next Thursday the Sustainability Film Series kicks off the year with Jane, a 2017 film that shares the life stor...

The National Weather Service in Marquette will consider discontinuing the state forecast product service provided to the region. Until February 9th, the National Weather Service will accept public com...

Folk living in a place that feels like always winter make the most out of the cold and snow. And just because the temperatures drop doesn't mean residents stop having adventures, celebrating or buildi...

Breakwater Federal Credit Union supports the community through more than 200 volunteer hours in 2025. As one of several banking options in the region, Breakwater Federal Credit Union sought to connect...

A really good teacher can make a difference in a student's direction. Today Michigan Technological University recognized several professionals that make a difference in the classroom and on campus. Th...

The Quincy Mine Hoist Association hopes the community will help celebrate 65 years of preserving the copper country's mining heritage. In 2026, the Quincy Mine Hoist Association plans to celebrate its...

The City of Houghton earned recognition for exceptional work in property tax assessments. The city earned a perfect score on the 2025 PA 660 Assessment Audit Review. City Manager Eric Waara says the c...

Even before a comedy show helped support the Copper Country Humane Society, Houghton's 97.7 The Wolf radio station supported the shelter with the 12 Dogs of Christmas. Radio station host Kevin Ericson...