Category Archives: News

American Legion Post 90 plans funeral ceremony for WWII soldier identified in 2025
Veterans will lay to rest a World War II soldier who was listed as missing in action this month. On Aug. 15, the American Legion Post 90 of Lake Linden will perform military rites for U.S. Army Sgt. R...
Thomas Fournier Aug 07, 2026

Hancock and HPS Board of Education plan joint special meeting to discuss district library agreement
The Hancock City Council and Hancock Public Schools Board of Education will hold a special joint meeting Friday at noon to establish a new district library in the Copper Country. The city and school b...
Thomas Fournier Aug 06, 2026

Michigan Technological University celebrates strong alumni relations following land donation
Michigan Technological University cut the ribbon Friday on a new trail within the Tech Trails Network on property donated by Don McLean and his brother Norman. The 21.6 acres were donated to the unive...
Thomas Fournier Aug 06, 2026

Baraga County Chamber of Commerce congratulates Hardwood Steakhouse on 20 years serving the community
The Baraga County Chamber of Commerce congratulated Hardwood Steakhouse on 20 years of business Wednesday. The Covington staple has proudly served food in a family-friendly atmosphere since 2006 on M-...
Thomas Fournier Aug 06, 2026

Annual gem and mineral show will set up inside Hancock Central High School in 2026
Geologists, paleontologists, and archeologists come across interesting rocks, gems, and minerals when out in the field. The Copper Country Rock and Mineral Club makes it easier to find precious gems, ...
Thomas Fournier Aug 06, 2026

Houghton County approves November jail construction millage ballot language
The Houghton County Board of Commissioners approved ballot language Wednesday afternoon asking voters to consider a jail construction millage that will add a 1.26 millage to property taxes. The millag...
Thomas Fournier Aug 06, 2026

Two dead in US-41 motorcycle-vehicle accident
Two motorcyclists from South Carolina were killed Wednesday in a multi-vehicle crash on US-41 at the intersection of Golf Course Road in Osceola Township. Michigan State Police troopers responded to t...
Thomas Fournier Aug 06, 2026

Keweenaw Chamber of Commerce Golf Outing connects people, businesses, and the community
Since 1959, the Keweenaw Chamber of Commerce has supported established and new businesses in the region. For nearly 30 years, the community has supported the chamber's growth. Next month, the Keweenaw...
Thomas Fournier Aug 05, 2026

Copper Country Associated Artists organize the 65th annual Eagle Harbor Art Fair
The community hosts the 65th annual Eagle Harbor Art Fair this weekend on the shores of Lake Superior. The Saturday and Sunday fair invites artists from the local area and brings guests from across th...
Thomas Fournier Aug 05, 2026

Senate candidate responds to petition signature challenge
Independent 38th Senate District candidate Sara Cambensy released a letter addressing the Michigan Bureau of Elections Board of Canvassers in response to a recent petition signature challenge. The let...
Thomas Fournier Aug 05, 2026





