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Governor Whitmer Held a press conference yesterday afternoon, to update the state on the COVID-19 battle. She said in the coming weeks, she will start re-engaging sectors of the economy. She is working with labor and healthcare leaders, to determine which types of businesses pose the least risk to the …

The Upper Peninsula’s premier running event is in danger of being cancelled. The 45th annual Canal Run, scheduled to take place on July 19th, may be cancelled, due to concerns over the COVID-19 pandemic. The event, started in 1975, features a half marathon, 10 mile run, 5 mile run and …

Aspirus is beginning to expand care services throughout their network, including procedures and specialty care, which was postponed, due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The health system and it’s doctors are working hard to increase the number of appointments and procedures, in a safe, controlled manner, using CDC Guidelines. Matthew Heywood, …

UP Health System Portage has announced it will begin in-house testing for COVID-19. This comes in a time where increased testing capacity is vital to ensure the safety of our residents. Since the outbreak of the virus, lack of testing, and long wait times for results, were among the biggest …

Local businesses aren’t the only ones getting things done during the COVID-19 pandemic. The Arvon Township School District gave an update on their distance learning program. Business Manager Melissa Newland explained it like this. Tim Keteri, Superintendent for the Adams Township School District, said their kitchen staff is preparing close …

As the COVID-19 pandemic goes on, local businesses, despite losing revenue, and working reduced hours, are still serving the Keweenaw, as best they can. Trisha Nahri, co-owner of Roy’s Pasties in Houghton, had this to say. Jason Biddinger, manager of 41 Lumber in Laurium, said this. Both businesses want you …

Representative Greg Markkanaen  is pleased  Governor Whitmer has listened to legislators who suggested she allow certain workers to return to their jobs, along with loosening restrictions on some goods and services, outdoor activities and the freedom to travel between residences. Whitmer did this during her press conference, this past Friday …

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Baccalaureate and Commencement ceremonies, for Finlandia University, will take place virtually. Vice President of Academic Affairs Fredi de Yampert said “This is a particularly unique day for the Class of 2020, and we invite the Finlandia community to share in the celebration.”  On May …

In an email sent to families of students in the Hancock School District, Superintendent Steve Patchin, had a few updates. He started off by stating the Michigan Department of Education will be applying for close to $390 million from the Federal Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief Fund, made possible …

  In response to the extension of Governor Whitmer’s “Stay Home Stay Safe” Executive Order, Michigan’s Senate held a special session Friday afternoon, and passed a bill to repeal the 1945  Emergency Powers of the Governor Act, which Whitmer has used as her basis to act unilaterally, during the COVID-19 …