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The question of how to support higher education in the future continues to be bandied about. And one proposal that could surface would seek help from the federal government. States have supported higher education for many years. But Dan Hurley of the Michigan Association of State Universities also supports the …

The question of how to support higher education in the future continues to be bandied about. And one proposal that could surface would seek help from the federal government. States have supported higher education for many years. But Dan Hurley of the Michigan Association of State Universities also supports the …

A Michigan House committee is giving legislation that cracks down on aggressive panhandling a onceover. It would make it illegal to intimidate a person, or threaten them, so they’ll give the panhandler money. State Representative Mike McCready is sponsoring the bills and says he’s seen an uptick in complaints from …

A Michigan House committee is giving legislation that cracks down on aggressive panhandling a onceover. It would make it illegal to intimidate a person, or threaten them, so they’ll give the panhandler money. State Representative Mike McCready is sponsoring the bills and says he’s seen an uptick in complaints from …

Once again, downtown Calumet buzzes with excitement as the 7th annual CopperDog 150 comes to a close. The race consists of three days and three legs totaling just over 125 miles. Last year’s champion, Dennis LaBoda, stayed in the lead for the first two legs but was followed closely by …

Downtown Calumet is in the final preparations before the start of tonight’s CopperDog 150 Sled Dog Race. The opening ceremony begins at 6:30 with the first team out of the chute at 7pm. Volunteer Coordinator Brian Donnelly says this is one of the premiere events for the Keweenaw. The teams …

One of the obstacles to getting treatment for cancer in the Copper Country is the travel necessary to receive specialized care. A grant from The Keller Community Foundation out of Minnesota to the Portage Health Foundation is providing a way to ease the financial burden of having to make those …

One of the obstacles to getting treatment for cancer in the Copper Country is the travel necessary to receive specialized care. A grant from The Keller Community Foundation out of Minnesota to the Portage Health Foundation is providing a way to ease the financial burden of having to make those …

Houghton, Michigan—A project aimed at bringing an outdoor skatepark to the City of Houghton has gained traction with a brand new website, an endowment through the Keweenaw Community Foundation, and a fundraiser scheduled for March 12th. A group of local community leaders formed in mid-late 2015 with the common goal …

A Calumet native is moving up in the ranks of the Michigan National Guard. Deputy Commander of the 46th Military Police Command Paul Rogers has been promoted to Brigadier General. He received his new rank insignia symbols at a promotion ceremony last weekend in Lansing Rogers received a Doctorate of …