Election Coverage

Updated results from last Tuesday’s election have been released by the Houghton County clerk’s office. The totals now include write-in candidates, some of whom were elected to positions for which not enough candidates filed. They include…• Tyler John Kinnunen, who will join George Eakin on the Adams Township School Board.• …

For results for state offices, including governor, attorney general, secretary of state, U.S. House, State Senate and House, and judicial races, click here. Governor of MichiganGretchen Whitmer – Democrat Incumbent – projected winnerTudor Dixon – RepublicanFour minor party candidates Attorney GeneralDana Nessell – Democrat Incumbent – projected winnerMatthew DePerno – …

It’s election day, and polls will be open from 7:00 this morning until 8:00 this evening for voters who haven’t already cast absentee ballots. This article highlights contested races and proposals only. To see what is on your specific ballot, including all entries, click here. Statewide… Democratic Governor Gretchen Whitmer …

Here are local results from the Michigan August 2, 2022 primary election. our story includes a summary of contested races and ballot questions for Houghton, Keweenaw and Baraga Counties, and the eastern portion of Ontonagon County, along with links to full results for each county. Governor – Republican Primary• Tudor …

Craig Waddell will join the Houghton City Council, after winning yesterday’s special election. Waddell garnered 272 votes, edging out Robyn Johnson, who collected 262 votes. Michael Salmi finished with 106. Waddell will fill out the unexpired council term of Dan Salo, who stepped down late last year after giving up …

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Good weather led to a big increase in attendance at this year’s Houghton County Fair. The Fair Board’s year-end report estimates attendance at 23,790 – more than 4,000 better than the 2018 fair. Admission receipts, carnival rides and livestock sale auction receipts set new records. 230 volunteers contributed 5,100 hours …

It’s election day in a few Copper Country neighborhoods. In Houghton County… – Hancock School District voters will be asked to renew the basic 18 mill operating millage for 10 years. – Voters in Adams Township are being asked to approve an eight-year renewal of a 0.3 mill levy that …