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The License and Regulatory Affairs agency of the state of Michigan says that A2B Transportation in Laurium may now proceed in operating as a taxicab carrier. LARA Public Information Officer Jeannie Vogel said a Cease and Desist Order was mailed to the company on December 13th, which went into effect …

High School In high school hockey last night… – Calumet scored three goals in the third period, and defeated Houghton 5-2. Landon Johnson’s goal broke a 2-2 tie, and was the game-winner. Rylan Anderson scored twice for the Copper Kings, and Alex Mattila and Dean Loukus also scored. Alex Studebaker …

UPDATE 5:05 PM   Here is further clarification.  LARA’s press release clearly indicates that the Order prohibits A2B from operating as a taxicab carrier “until a certificate of registration from LARA is obtained.” Today, A2B obtained that certificate of registration from the State of Michigan Dept. of Licensing and Regulatory …

It’s well known throughout the Keweenaw that organizations like 31 Backpacks fill a gap in a broken system. Statistics show that 1 in 7 people in the United States struggle with hunger. With rising energy costs, plus the seasonal expense of home heating this time of year, it’s not hard …

If you’re looking for a little (or large) spot to get away, maybe with woods or water, check out the DNR’s winter surplus land auction, which kicked off last week. In case you missed it, 81 individual land parcels in Michigan – ranging in size from less than an acre to …

LANSING – The Operation Excellence Team named by Gov. Rick Snyder to address numerous shortcomings cited in a recent state audit today announced actions it has taken to improve Child Protective Services (CPS) in Michigan. Added resources and enhanced tools will enable CPS staff to improve investigations of suspected child …

LANSING, Mich. – Crime victims have more options for reading their victim impact statement in court, under legislation signed today by Gov. Rick Snyder. “Ensuring victims have the opportunity to address the court is a vital piece to our criminal justice system,” Snyder said. “This bill will ensure that opportunity, …

High School In high school boys basketball last night… – Houghton shaded West Iron County 42-40 in overtime. – Chassell downed Dollar Bay-Tamarack City 51-42. – Lake Linden-Hubbell stopped Republic-Michigamme 64-34. Caleb Gregoire scored 32 for the Lakes. – Ontonagon defeated Jeffers 62-52. – L’Anse shut down Baraga 62-24. – …

A house fire in Ripley over the weekend has destroyed a family’s home and their belongings. The fire happened on Saturday leaving the Julio family’s house a total loss and also reportedly destroyed all of their possessions. A Go Fund Page has been set up to collect funds and donations …

If you have to fly in or out of Sawyer International Airport in Marquette County, there’s less chance that snow could delay your flight. That’s because they’ve recently entered into a lease-purchase agreement for a multi-function snow broom/plow vehicle in order to clear the runway in a more timely and …