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Click on the blue links for more details. MLB The Detroit Tigers’ losing streak reached seven games last night, as they fell 9-7 to the Oakland Athletics. The game started well – Detroit scored four runs in the first inning, added two more in the third on an RBI triple …

WESTERN UPPER PENINSULA – Western U.P. Health Department announced the re-opening of beaches at Eagle River and Twin Lakes State Park when a new round of water testing indicated that it was safe to swim. There are a total of eight bathing beaches that have been determined to be safe …

(Houghton, MI) – Following are the latest updates regarding the flood recovery efforts in Houghton County. With The Michigan Department of Transportation and Michigan Department of Natural Resources reporting their estimated cost to repair the damages sustained in Houghton County, the total cost for all damage to public infrastructure now …

June 26, 2018 — The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) submitted a notice of intent to the U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) today requesting emergency relief funds to repair flood-damaged roads in the Upper Peninsula. If granted, the funds would be used to repair federally funded state and …

The following press release was issued by MI-TRALE: June 9th turned out to be a great day in the Western Upper Peninsula for over 70 machines to enjoy the 7th annual SPORT Ride. The weather was perfect for the 110 mile ORV ride through the woods to experience our beautiful …

The Portage Lake District Library will host a series of family programs throughout the summer presented by Isle Royale National Park and Keweenaw National Historical Park. Programs will be held every Tuesday, June 26 through August 21, from 1:00 – 1:45 p.m. These programs offer adventures and activities that are …

Houghton County is making tremendous progress in the cleanup effort following the recent storm that caused mass devastation throughout the area. While the community has received overwhelming support from across the country, officials are asking donors to check and see what is needed before sending more. “The needs are starting …

Click on the blue links for further details. MLB Jed Lowrie’s solo homer in the top of the ninth inning gave the Oakland Athletics a 5-4 victory over the Detroit Tigers yesterday. The Tigers had broken open a 1-1 tie when Nicholas Castellanos blasted a three-run homer in the seventh. …

WESTERN UPPER PENINSULA – Western U.P. Health Department announced the re-opening of seven bathing beaches on Saturday when a new round of water testing indicated that it was safe to swim. Aside from the seven re-opened locations, all other Western U.P. waters remain closed to recreational activities, including swimming. Surface …

Here is the latest update about the flood recovery in Houghton County, received Monday 12:30pm: (Houghton, MI) – Following are the latest updates regarding the flood recovery efforts in Houghton County. Teams from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the Michigan State Police Emergency Management and Homeland Security Division …