Category Archives: News

Verna Mize's legacy still connects to Lake Superior
Verna Mize is a name some may know. Even if you haven't heard of her, if you live in the Lake Superior region, you've felt her impact. Nearly a decade ago, Mize's family donated personal letters and o...
Thomas Fournier Jul 23, 2025 Photo by MTU

Visit Keweenaw and Michigan Aurora Chasers partner for the first GLAD JAM in September
Take out the camera and get ready for a hike at night. In September, Visit Keweenaw and Michigan Aurora Chasers plan to host the first Great Lakes Aurora Dark Sky Jamboree for four days and three nigh...
Thomas Fournier Jul 22, 2025

Community, weather, and fun at the golf course support the Baraga County Chamber of Commerce
Baraga County business leaders enjoy a day on the course and out of the office. Over the weekend, the Baraga County Chamber of Commerce held its annual golf outing at the L'Anse Golf Club. The four-pe...
Thomas Fournier Jul 22, 2025

Copper Shores Community Health Foundation commits to serving four counties in the Western Upper Peninsula
When the Portage Health Foundation transitioned into the Copper Shores Community Health Foundation in 2023, it assumed a more significant role in the community. Adding the Meals on Wheels program, vic...
Thomas Fournier Jul 22, 2025

Eagle Scout teams up with the Copper Country Humane Society to build a cat-patio
Most people have a soft spot for animals and supporting humane societies can be a great way to get involved if you can't have a pet in your life. Life Scout Ben H. from Troop 207 has always enjoyed sp...
Thomas Fournier Jul 21, 2025

1,100 people celebrate the 50th Canal Run
In its fiftieth year, the Canal Run broke past a long-time goal of the organizing committee. This Saturday, more than 1100 racers participated in the 50th Canal Run presented by UPHS Portage. At the h...
Thomas Fournier Jul 21, 2025

Students drive the Hero's Alliance solar car from Detroit to Michigan Technological University
15 years ago, Hero's Alliance was created to help parents and students connect while accessing skills and educational opportunities. Program Coach Derhun Sanders, an MTU alumnus, says Hero's Alliance ...
Thomas Fournier Jul 21, 2025

Copper Shores brings its community of non-profits and fun to Greenland Township
Each summer, Copper Shores brings its community picnic to a new town. The first year, the group set up an afternoon of fun in Chassell Centennial Park, then moved to the L'Anse Waterfront. Before last...
Thomas Fournier Jul 17, 2025

Hancock Public School hires Mollie Trewartha as the High School and Middle School Principal
Hancock Public Schools hires Mollie Trewartha as the new High school and middle school principal. Effective July 21st, Trewartha will take on the high school and middle school leadership role. She com...
Thomas Fournier Jul 17, 2025

Representative Greg Markkanen earns tourism lifetime achievement award from Visit Keweenaw
Visit Keweenaw Awards representative Greg Markkanen with a lifetime achievement award. On Monday, Visit Keweenaw announced it was awarding the representative the Visit Keweenaw Tourism Champion, honor...
Thomas Fournier Jul 17, 2025