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Hunting camps are being opened up across the region, in advance of the start of the firearm deer hunting season tomorrow. Michigan DNR Conservation Officer Mark Pomeroy encourages some planning to make sure you don’t wind up trespassing… Know where you’re hunting. You’re responsible to know, are you on public …

Some federal money will assist entities in Houghton County in purchasing some new equipment. Grants from the U.S. Department of Agriculture will provide:• The City of Hancock with $25,100 to help purchase a law enforcement vehicle.• The City of Houghton with $23,900 to help purchase a a law enforcement vehicle, …

The Michigan Iron Industry Museum in Negaunee has become part of the Michigan State Parks system. State officials say the move will provide more funding opportunities for the museum, including cash for snow removal and building repairs. It will operate as a sub-unit of the Van Riper State Park, in …

Click on the highlighted scores for more game details. High School The Calumet High School volleyball team heads downstate today, as they continue their pursuit of a state title. With the prospect of hotel stays, meals and other expenses, the athletic department is asking for the community’s help to cover …

Click on the highlighted scores for more game details. High School In high school football tournament games involving Upper Peninsula teams Saturday… • Negaunee dispatched Gladstone 18-12 in a Division Six regional contest. The Miners will play Reed City in a semifinal game Saturday at 1:00 at Gaylord. • Iron …

On this week’s Copper Country Today program: Mary Niemela from the Barbara Kettle Gundlach Shelter Home addressed the issue of domestic violence in the region, and alternatives the shelter provides. Hear the segment here. Host Todd VanDyke previewed the upcoming firearm deer hunting season with John DePue and Mark Pomeroy …

Click on the highlighted scores for more game details. High School Calumet High School volleyball standout Helen Beiring will join the team at Northern Michigan University next year. Beiring recently passed the 1,000 career kills mark for the Copper Kings. She set a new school record with 40 kills in …

Camp Josh is new to the Portage Health Foundation’s giving Tuesday campaign. The group operates out of Ontonagon, on a 40 acre plot, and includes a fishing pond. Camp josh’s mission is to bring outdoor recreation and education opportunities to the disabled community. Even though this is their first year …

Ahmeek’s fire department has also joined in on the fun and excitement that comes with Giving Tuesday. The fire department has worked over the past few years with the portage health foundation on grant opportunities that have helped keep the department equipment up to date, and in proper working condition. …

Michigan Tech University has partnered with Nexteer Automotive on an Education Partnership Agreement. The relationship between the two groups will help Nexteer employees earn graduate certificates or a master’s degree from Michigan tech global online campus. The certificates available to Nexteer’s employees include mastering skills and meet the demands of …