Category Archives: News

Keweenaw Community Foundation fall grant cycle opens soon
The Keweenaw Community Foundation is launching its fall grant cycle, offering more than $100,000 in grant awards to projects, initiatives and community organizations across the region. The annual fall...
Thomas Fournier Aug 28, 2026

Supporting the chamber and local business community through involvement
The Baraga County Chamber of Commerce is calling on business owners, industry professionals and community leaders to join its board of directors. The board meets 10 times annually and offers members a...
Thomas Fournier Aug 28, 2026

Hancock Area District Library establishes a special project fund with a $10,000 goal
The Hancock Area District Library has established a special project fund with the Keweenaw Community Foundation to support its upcoming millage vote in November. The fund will cover legal, communicati...
Thomas Fournier Aug 28, 2026

Law enforcement's Torch Run takes off as the Copper Country races to support Special Olympics of Michigan
In September, Michigan's law enforcement community will begin the Flame of Hope Torch Run from Copper Harbor to Detroit. As officers, deputies and state troopers carry the flame across the state, town...
Thomas Fournier Aug 27, 2026

Tie-dying, a picnic and community with Keweenaw Queers
While Keweenaw Queers' annual Pride Fest in June draws the largest crowds, the LGBTQIA+ organization hosts events year-round to foster community and connection. This Saturday, the group will host an a...
Thomas Fournier Aug 27, 2026

Michigan Tech Golf Club welcomes all skill levels for autumn season
As Michigan Tech students return to campus for autumn 2026, the university's men's Golf Club prepares to launch its season. Though operating as a club-level rather than varsity sport, the team consist...
Thomas Fournier Aug 27, 2026

MI-TRALE events offer the community opportunities to get involved with the organization
Hitting the trails is more enjoyable with friends, and even better when traversing paths you've helped maintain. Mi-Trail, a volunteer-driven organization, invites outdoor enthusiasts to join its miss...
Thomas Fournier Aug 27, 2026

MDOT work in September prepares for the Portage Lake Lift Bridge proejct
The Michigan Department of Transportation announced plans to improve US-41 in Houghton in preparation for the larger Portage Lake Lift Bridge project. The $416,000 infrastructure investment will enhan...
Thomas Fournier Aug 27, 2026

Houghton's Digital Bloom art experience earns a $4,000 MACC grant
The Michigan Arts and Culture Council awarded Houghton's Digital Bloom art festival a $4,000 Project Support grant, recognizing the value of accessible public art in rural communities. The grant will ...
Thomas Fournier Aug 26, 2026

Finlandia Art Gallery exhibit displays the life of reindeer herders
Hancock's tenure as the Finno-Ugric Capital of Culture concludes soon, but cultural programming continues through the year's final days. The Finlandia Art Gallery at the Finnish American Heritage Cent...
Thomas Fournier Aug 26, 2026





