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Copper Country Today 07-25-21

Ranger Lynette Webber talks about the reopening of the Keweenaw National Historical Park’s Visitor Center, and some of the activities available for guests, including tours at several of the heritage sites that partner with the park. Karen Eddy of Barkell Elementary School and Stacy Bussiere of Hancock Central High School/Middle …

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Hundreds turn out to pay tribute to Sheriff McLean

A week after an accident that eventually took his life, the community gathered Saturday to pay respects to Houghton County Sheriff Brian McLean. The service was organized by the Sheriffs & Municipal Memorial Assistance Response Team (SMMART), part of the Michigan Sheriffs’ Association. The service started around 2:20 PM, with …

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Two rescued on Porters Island

Two people became stranded late Friday on an inflatable after rough water pushed their boat back towards land. They took refuge on Porters Island, but were soaked and underdressed for prolonged exposure to the conditions and Lake Superior’s chilly temperatures. The first rescue attempt was mounted on a private vessel …

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Tigers Swept by KC – Monday Sports Wrap

Fast Pitch Softball The Copper Country Women’s Fast Pitch Softball League tournament opens tonight… • Superior National Bank will take on JB’s at the Bone Yard. • Superior Service will face Tervo Agency at the Chassell field. The winner of the Chassell game will play Crush tomorrow at the Bone …

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Red Wings Add Six as NHL Draft Concludes – Sunday Sports Wrap

NHL The Detroit Red Wings added six more players to their system, as the NHL draft concluded Saturday. • In the second round, they chose defenseman Shai Buium with the 36th overall pick. After playing for the USHL Sioux City Musketeers last season, he’s scheduled to begin play at the …

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GLI Format, Location Change – Saturday Sports Wrap

College Hockey The Great Lakes Invitational will change location and format this year. Instead of being a tournament played at one location in Detroit, it will be structured as a showcase, with games at Yost Arena in Ann Arbor, and Munn Arena in East Lansing. Michigan Tech will play at …

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Pastyfest looking for parade participants

David Crowley stopped by the Keweenaw’s Own Morning Show on 97.7 The Wolf Thursday to talk about the return of Pastyfest. Calumet’s premier summer event is happening Saturday, August 21st, and they are looking to register parade entrants. Crowley says the earlier you sign on, the lower the chances that …

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McLean’s longtime colleague pays tribute

Houghton County Commissioner and Michigan Tech Campus Police Deputy Chief Roy Britz knows Brian McLean better than anyone from a professional sense. The two worked together in the Houghton County Sheriff’s Department for years. Britz served as Undersheriff, which he describes as being the “office manager.” The time we spent …

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In the cockpit for the first time

From afar, Thursday looked like normal at the Houghton County Memorial Airport. Inside hangar two, it was anything but. Teenagers from across the state got their first experience piloting an aircraft thanks to Michigan Tech’s Summer Youth Program, the Civil Air Patrol, and the Experimental Aircraft Association. Spokesperson Kevin Cadeau …

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Upper Peninsula experiencing critical blood shortage

The Upper Peninsula Regional Blood Center says it is running severely low on all blood types and is seeking donations. The organization has a location in Hancock, with walk-ins and appointments being accepted. Coordinator of Blood Collections Rachel Heath says visitors to the area are able to give a potentially …

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