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With snowfall in the Keweenaw Peninsula typically beginning in just a few weeks, the Michigan Departments of Environmental Quality and Natural Resources are working together to re-open trails before snowmobile season. “We’re continuing to move forward. We know that the trails are very important to people in the area for …

Michigan Tech will host its first region day on Friday, Sept 21, under the CareerFEST Tent. Hundreds of Huskies attend Industry Days each fall to explore careers in a particular field or industry. This Friday, students are invited to explore careers in a particular region of Michigan, the area known …

The acquisition discussions between Dickinson County Healthcare System and UP Health System are over. The organizations have terminated their non-binding letter of intent that was signed in July after an inability to reach agreement on the terms of an acquisition. With the termination of the letter of intent, Dickinson County …

The Quincy Mine Hoist Association and Michigan Tech Visual and Performing Arts Department are teaming up with the goal of offering the best Haunted Mine Event ever. Dates for the event are October 25th through the 27th. This year’s theme is: Secret Portal to the 90th Level – Tourists have …

The Visual and Performing Arts Department at Michigan Tech is celebrating their 25th anniversary this academic year. There will be a celebratory 25th Anniversary Gala on Saturday, October 6th, beginning at 5:30pm at the Rozsa Center for the Performing Arts.   You’re invited to come celebrate with an evening of cocktails, …

Michigan Tech is among 15 public universities to receive a visit from the Secretary of State.  The agency’s mobile unit was located on campus, allowing students to handle their business, including voter registration. “Secretary of State is sending out the mobile branch unit, which is dropping a branch office right …

The public is invited to join a community conversation and training about voter rights and accessibility for people with disabilities. The event will take place at the Portage Lake District Library on Tuesday, September 25, from 10:00 a.m. – noon. This event will be presented by the Self-Advocates of Michigan, …

A bill to expand access to safe, effective treatment for adolescents and young adults struggling with opioid addiction is moving forward. The US Senate passed the YOUTH Act on Monday, a bipartisan legislation co-introduced by Senator Gary Peters. The provisions, which passed as part of broader legislation, expand an existing …

A former POW from Houghton will be among five special guests to be honored at a ceremony in Iron Mountain. The Oscar G. Johnson VA Medical Center will be holding a National POW/MIA Recognition Day Ceremony this Friday at 11am Central Time. The event will take place at the Pine …

Houghton, Michigan, – The Keweenaw Chamber of Commerce is pleased to annouce a Business Open House in Eagle River Wednesday, September 26th from 5:30-7:30. Come and get an inside glimpse into 3 of Eagle River’s most beautiful properties. Enjoy a self-guided walking tour of Eagle River Lighthouse (1855), Big House …