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State’s COVID-19 Page To Correct Error

The Western Upper Peninsula Health Department has issued a press release, regarding the state’s COVID-19 page incorrectly assigning a positive status to a Baraga County resident, who was recently tested. This was a mistake on the state’s part, and they will have it corrected to reflect this in the coming …

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Keweenaw County Sheriff to Retire; Pennala to Take Over

Keweenaw County Sheriff William Luokkanen will retire May 15th. Keweenaw County Sheriff William Luokkanen Luokkanen announced his decision at the Keweenaw County Board meeting on Wednesday. He has served for more than three years, after being elected to replace the retiring Ron Lahti in the November, 2016 election. Undersheriff Curt Pennala …

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WUPHD Checks In

Kate Beer from the Western Upper Peninsula Health Department checked in, and explained that even if a positive case has recovered, that may not yet be the end of it. She also added test results are starting to come back in less time, which is helpful when compiling data. To …

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Keweenaw Community Foundation Offers Scholarships

The Keweenaw Community Foundation is offering several scholarships and grants to area students. Executive Director Erin Minne said “More than 25 years ago, the Keweenaw Community Foundation was founded by some generous and wise community minded leaders to help enhance the quality of life in Houghton and Keweenaw Counties.” The …

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Executive Order Signed

Governor Whitmer also signed an executive order yesterday, establishing procedures to protect staff and residents in Michigan’s long term care facilities. She had this to say regarding increased risk to exposure for long term care facility workers. This order calls for regional hubs, which will provide higher levels of care, …

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Governor Whitmer Updates State While Thousands Protest

Governor Whitmer held a press conference yesterday afternoon, to update Michiganders on the battle against COVID-19, while thousands were protesting outside for “Operation Gridlock.” She thanked residents for adhering to her “Stay Home Stay Safe” Executive Order. She also pointed out her order is working. She had this to say …

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Hancock City Council Meets Electronically

Hancock City Council held their monthly meeting last night, electronically, in accordance with Governor Whitmer’s “Stay Home Stay Safe” Executive Order. Portage Lake Construction will receive the contract for the FEMA PW 139 road repairs. A rural development grant application for a new police vehicle was approved, as was a …

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COVID Claims Bridgefest

There will be no Bridgefest Celebration in Houghton and Hancock in 2020. Citing the risks from the COVID-19 pandemic, the Bridgefest committee and the Keweenaw Chamber of Commerce announced today that the annual festival will not be held. The 33rd annual event was scheduled for June 18 through 21. Chamber …

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MDOT Releases Latest Traffic Statistics

Michigan’s Department of Transportation, with statistics provided by the Michigan State Police, released the latest update on Michigan roads. During the second week of April, six motorists died on Michigan roadways, for a total of 185 for the year. Fifty motorists were also seriously injured, bringing the year to date …

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