Local News

Law enforcement agencies and the Houghton County Road Commission encourage safety on the roads now that winter has come to the Keweenaw Peninsula. Over the last four days, the Copper Country received its first major dump of snow in 2024, with some areas experiencing more than 30 inches of snowfall. …

So many people in the community are excited to see winter has finally come to the Copper Country. Some were even so excited that classes had already filled up for the Finnish American Folk School’s Enrichment Classes ahead of Heikinpaiva. Director of the Folk School Clare Zuraw says for those …

With snow on the hill, Mount Bohemia sets plans to officially open for the 2024 ski season. Michigan’s premiere all-natural powder ski resort started the season slow, partnering with other regional resorts for season pass holders until the snow hit the ground. After the recent snowstorm and accumulation, the mountain …

The Copper Shores Community Health Foundation announces the return of the Volunteer Emergency Services Grant program for 2024. Copper Shores have begun to accept requests for proposals from emergency responder groups and volunteer emergency services seeking funds to further enhance safety and health in the Keweenaw Peninsula. The Volunteer Emergency …

Just like real snowflakes that form individual crystals making unique shapes and patterns. Sew Cranky has begun to fill a wall full of unique snowflakes designed by locals. Starting back in December Sew Cranky opened Hiekinpaiva’s Snowflake Challenge. Encouraging people to create their snowflakes using antique hand crank sewing machines. …

Over the weekend the Copper Country finally saw enough snowfall, that snowmobile clubs and the city of Houghton have set up the snowmobile trail under the bridge. After the region saw around 29 inches of snowfall between Friday and Sunday, the Keweenaw Snowmobile Club and the city were able to …

Throughout the years Michigan Tech has honored the message and mission of Dr. Martin Luther Kingr. Today the university will continue that tradition, with events for students and the community throughout the day. This morning, during the MLK Day brunch Jaylyn Boone will speak. Since becoming an alumnus of the …

Upper Great Lakes Health adds two new medical professionals to its group of experienced staff. UGL Health remains committed to expanding its services and filling gaps in health care for local residents. The healthcare provider has added a new OBGYN, Dr. Evon Schexnaydre, and Internal Medicine Dr. Zainab Almahrous as …

The community will come together today to support a local in Baraga. Later this month the American Legion Post 444 in Baraga will host a fundraiser to support Jeff Maki’s medical expenses during the Jeff Maki Family Fundraiser. Frybread tacos served by Doreen Blaker are on the menu. The fundraiser …

Heikki Lunta blew in more snow to the Keweenaw Peninsula over the weekend. Adding another 29 inches of snowfall to the season in Keweenaw County between Friday and Sunday. Which will certainly help Hancock prepare for Heikinpaiva later this month. But before the festival on the 27th, there are still …