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Here is the latest update from Houghton County on the flood response, released at 11:08am Wednesday, July 11th. The Houghton County Road Commission reports that 15 roads continue to remain closed due to the loss of large draining structures. The Commission is working with Michigan Department of Transportation engineers to …

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Debbie Stabenow (D-MI) and Gary Peters (D-MI) and Representative Jack Bergman (R-MI) yesterday urged President Trump to approve Lieutenant Governor Brian Calley’s request for a major disaster declaration following severe flash flooding that affected Houghton, Gogebic and Menominee counties. The Lt. Governor’s request describes the damage from …

July 10, 2018 — The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) approved a $4 million no-interest loan from the Michigan State Infrastructure Bank (SIB) this week to help fund repair of flood-damaged Houghton County roads. The loan requires approval by the State Administrative Board and is scheduled to be reviewed at its …

A group photo is planned for all those who were impacted by the Father’s Day Flood or who have volunteered in the relief effort. The photo is meant to showcase the spirit of Copper Country Strong and will be distributed nationally along with information about the progress made since the …

With a short grow season in the Keweenaw, those who appreciate the natural beauty of flower gardens have a limited time to get out and visit them. Folks in Hancock will have the chance to do so this weekend with a guided tour showcasing some of the area’s finest. At …

With the Houghton County Fair only six weeks away, there are concerns that the effects of last month’s flood may have an impact on this year’s festivities. Houghton County Commissioner Tim Palosaari said the main event arena remains partially flooded. The arena is where the fair holds the monster truck …

More funding is needed before county road crews can make any more significant progress on repairing roads damaged in last month’s flood. Houghton County Road Engineer Kevin Harju gave an update to the county board of commissioners at their regular meeting Tuesday. Harju said they still have 105 county roads …

Residents in Houghton County will vote on a bond proposal to expand the county jail in November. At their regular meeting Tuesday, the County Board of Commissioners approved the language of the proposal that will appear on the ballot. The bond is for $11 million that will be paid over …

(LANSING, MICHIGAN) – Dollar Bay school teacher Cathy Hill received one of five Teacher of the Year awards June 22 from The American Legion at its 100th Annual Convention in Kalamazoo.  More than 80 teachers were nominated for the award that recognizes educators who stand out in Competence, Community Involvement, and School Involvement in programs that include …

Now more than 3 weeks after the Father’s Day Flood wiped out roadways and damaged homes in the area, a new phase of reconstruction begins and homeowners who will be accepting volunteer help are advised to check credentials before allowing anyone into their home that they are not familiar with. …