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The Western Upper Peninsula is home to many veterans. According to a report by rural insights in 2020, Baraga, Houghton, Keweenaw and Ontonagon counties are home to more than 4,300 veterans. Across th...

From Toivola to High Rock Bay, the Keweenaw Snowmobile Club keeps the Copper Country's trails in tip top shape. The region's snowmobiling season keeps travelers coming to the region and enhances the r...

Out in Ontonagon County, a patch of land, with a fishing pond, a cabin and a camp helps people build confidence. Camp Josh provides space for disabled residents, and veterans a place to meet in the ou...

Organizers of the annual Bridgefest celebration in Houghton and Hancock have announced a date change. Traditionally held on Father's Day weekend, the festival is being moved up a week, and will be hel...

Freshly becoming a 501c 3 organization can make a big difference for a non-profit that's worked in our communities since 2014. Including joining Copper Shores and other non-profits at the 2025 Giving ...

Parking tickets could help students stay fed and on campus. Recently in Michigan Tech's The Lode, a student published an article sharing the Husky FAN Pantry will collect donations from students hopin...

Communities in the Copper Country are growing in popularity. More people have been visiting the region over the past decade. And some have even stuck in roots to set up a life for themselves. With gro...

For five years, the Alfred Erickson American Legion Post 186 in Hancock has sent care packages across the globe. Delivering a taste of the Upper Peninsula and some holiday joy to active duty serviceme...

After years of work, the Keweenaw snowmobile Club has a new home. Moving the club's groomer barn and maintenance garage from Ahmeek to calumet took many partners to get the job done. In 2023, the Kewe...

In Calumet, a building sits at the end of fifth street to provide the community with what they need. Over many years, the copper country angel mission has worked to keep the community fed, warm, and r...