Category Archives: News

Dam Jam 8 returns to support the Calumet Lions Park
A music festival that has spent eight years improving one of the Copper Country's most beloved public spaces returns this weekend. Dam Jam 8 takes over Calumet Lions Park on June 26-27, bringing two d...
Thomas Fournier Jun 25, 2026

Excessive June rainfall floods L'Anse
Heavy rainfall Wednesday forced L'Anse to close its waterfront and beach after sewer overflows threatened water quality along Lake Superior. The L'Anse sewage treatment plant recorded 2.5 inches of ra...
Thomas Fournier Jun 25, 2026

Houghton considers a moratorium on data center developments
Houghton's city council is weighing a moratorium on data center development as city leaders work to establish regulations before any projects arrive. City Manager Eric Waara told council members Wedne...
Thomas Fournier Jun 25, 2026 City of Houghton Beautification Committee

Hancock and Houghton complete budget adjustments during a challenging year
Houghton and Hancock city councils have approved their final budget amendments for the 2025-26 fiscal year, closing out what both city managers describe as one of the most challenging budget seasons i...
Thomas Fournier Jun 25, 2026

Superior National and Range Bank to Merge
As received from Superior National Bank: Hancock and Marquette, Michigan, June 24, 2026 - In a move designed to enhance product offerings, customer convenience and shareholder value, Keweenaw Financia...
Todd Overbeek Jun 24, 2026

Calumet Township hosts the Copper Country's volunteer firefighters' tournament in Laurium
A beloved Copper Country tradition returns Saturday as Calumet Township hosts the regional Volunteer Firefighters Tournament at the Gipp Arena. The event rotates annually among Keweenaw Peninsula depa...
Thomas Fournier Jun 24, 2026

Copper Shores Community Health Foundation opens the Bogan Healthcare Administration scholarship
Professionals looking to advance their careers in healthcare administration have a new opportunity for financial support. Copper Shores Community Health Foundation announced the 2026 Bogan Health Admi...
Thomas Fournier Jun 24, 2026

Barbara Kettle Gundlach Shelter fundraisers connect supporters with a mission to care
One of Michigan's oldest domestic violence shelters is teeing up community support Saturday as it faces an uncertain funding year. The Barbara Kettle Gundlach Shelter Home, known as BKG, hosts its 13t...
Thomas Fournier Jun 24, 2026

Visit Keweenaw awards $15,000 to the City of Hancock to support embracing winter activities
The city of Hancock has received a $15,000 grant from Visit Keweenaw to help grow Hancock Lights the Night, the holiday light show that debuted last year at the city campground and quickly became a ne...
Thomas Fournier Jun 23, 2026

South Range prepares for fun on the Fourth
South Range rings in the Fourth of July with a full day of community celebration this year. With the nation marking its 250th anniversary, the holiday carries added meaning. The day opens with a flag ...
Thomas Fournier Jun 23, 2026






