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MTEC SmartZone will be holding another series of SmartStart classes starting June 5th. SmartStart is an MTEC program that is designed to educate and guide entrepreneurs through the process of validating and growing their business idea. SmartStart includes six separate class sessions over the course of a six to the …

Michigan Tech is offering Summer Science Camps for students entering grades 1st through 6th. Each three day session explores a variety of topics, including nature, chemistry, physics, and engineering. The cost is $120 per student for each session and classes are limited to 20 students. The camps begin mid-June and …

Hancock residents are closer to being able to buy recycling bins from city hall. Councilperson Will Lytle gave an update to the rest of the Hancock City Council at their regular meeting Wednesday. Lytle said the city has successfully submitted an application for a grant to help purchase 400 recycling …

Grant money to improve energy efficiency at several local non-profits is going a long way to helping these organizations save money and reduce energy use. The CS Mott Foundation provided the Keweenaw Community Foundation (KCF) a grant of $60,000 about a year and a half ago. KCF coupled that money …

The following press release was issued by Aspirus: UPPER PENINSULA, Mich. – Aspirus hospitals and clinics in the Upper Peninsula have been recognized by Professional Research Consultants, Inc. (PRC) with Excellence in Healthcare Awards based on information gathered during patient surveys. The Excellence in Healthcare Awards recognize organizations and individuals who achieve …

There will be a couple of opportunities to catch up with State Representative Gregg Markkanen in the month of May. “We have been working on a lot of important things in Lansing,” Markkanen said. “I look forward to discussing the issues on the minds of fellow Yoopers and answering any …

This is the weekend to pop the top off and enjoy the outdoors. It’s the inaugural Yoopers Go Topless Too event–part of the 11th annual global celebration where Jeep enthusiasts take the top off their vehicles and go for a group ride. Organizer Tom Swetich says you don’t need to …

Want to explore the exciting world of cybersecurity and computers? Michigan Tech is offering a weeklong GenCyber program this summer. This is an opportunity for students to enjoy a weeklong exploration in cybersecurity and experience university life. The camp is for local middle school and high school students (grades 7-12) …

Wondering what to wear to Balagard? Tobias Dawson and friends will share examples of period clothing and accessories Saturday at 11:00 am at the Copper Country Community Arts Center in Hancock. This presentation will include a quick and dirty costume guide in preparation for the Finnish Viking Festival taking place …

A total of forty-five students in grades 8-11, along with teachers and chaperones, from eight UP schools will be attending the 13th biennial Lake Superior Youth Symposium this week at University of Minnesota-Duluth. The symposium draws students from the Lake Superior watershed, including MI, WI, MN, and Ontario. Locally, students …