There’s something new lurking underneath the parking deck in Houghton. There have been sightings of hulking green monsters and mysterious caped crusaders. Black Ice Comics is the city’s newest store and the first of its kind. Black Ice Comics Co-Owner Shana Porteen said, “I was surprised that there wasn’t a …
Read More »Houghton County Residents Urged To Get Protected From Property Fraud
It’s said to be the fastest growing white collar crime in the country–Scammers using your own property to rip you off. It happens when a criminal files a bogus deed making it appear that you transferred ownership to them. They then can take that deed to a bank and get …
Read More »GM To Test Self Driving Taxis
GM is reportedly planning to test a fleet of self driving taxis. AutoBeat Reporter Jeff Gilbert says the vehicles will reportedly have a human behind the wheel ready to take control in an emergency.
Read More »Ford Invests In Technology Company
Ford invests 189-million dollars in a San Francisco Software company. AutoBeat Reporter Jeff Gilbert says this comes as most major car makers look to be thought of as technology leaders.
Read More »CDCP Says Make Sure Your Doctor Washes Hands
To avoid getting sick and spreading germs, you’re told to wash your hands often. But you might be surprised to learn a new study finds your doctor is not always lathering up. That’s Dr. Arjun Srinivasan with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, which recommends patients ask their doctor …
Read More »Reaction To DPS Bill Package
The package passed Thursday by the state House, designed to fix the financial problems in Detroit Public Schools, is being blasted by teachers. Interim President of the Detroit Federation of Teachers Ivy Bailey calls the bills “mostly despicable.” Meantime, here’s Speaker of the House Kevin Cotter… The $500 million plan …
Read More »Jobs Report Anticipated
Economists are predicting that employers added 200,000 jobs in April, while the unemployment rate remained at five percent. Business editor Murray Feldman says there’s one question companies will want answered—
Read More »Bird Biosecurity Training Offered In Houghton County
EAST LANSING, Mich. – As the poultry industry continues to recover from the worst avian influenza outbreak in history, biosecurity remains a key tool in preventing the spread of the disease. To help area poultry producers and backyard enthusiasts learn more about the avian influenza epidemic and effective biosecurity practices, …
Read More »Key Registration Dates Coming Up For Houghton County Fair
Preparations for this year’s Houghton County Fair are underway. If you’re looking to get involved, the next meeting of the Fair Board will be tonight at 7pm in the SISU Room of the Houghton County Arena. The deadline to register hogs for auction in the Junior Market Livestock Exhibition is …
Read More »9-Year-Old Girl Hit By Car In Hurontown
A child is recovering after being hit by a car in Hurontown Wednesday afternoon. The Houghton County Sheriff’s Department says the accident happened shortly before 4:00pm on Main Street near the Hurontown Fire Department and Horatio Street. A 9-year-old girl and her brother were waiting for traffic to clear so …
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