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Winter is fast approaching in the Copper Country and state officials are encouraging Michigan residents to weatherize their homes now to save on heating costs later. The Department of Human Services says the average low-income family in Michigan saves $250 to $450 per year in heating, cooling and electric costs …

Secretary of State Ruth Johnson has announced new measures that she says will protect Michigan consumers from scammers trying to sell fake auto insurance. Johnson says the new efforts use cutting-edge technology, expand best practices and maximize resources. They include contracting with a business consulting firm to complete a full …

The Baraga County Toys for Tots campaign got off to a big start yesterday at the annual kickoff concert in Skanee. Howard Mattson of the Marine Corps League says they’ll need every penny of that… and more… MATTSON A. 18-hundred dollars in cash and toys came in at the concert… and …

Mark Schauer’s running mate, Lisa Brown, made a few stops this afternoon in Houghton to speak with supporters about issues with education. Along side Representative Scott Dianda, she spoke to people at Victoria’s Kitchen about the lack of K-12 funding and how it has effected the classrooms. In regards to …

Tomorrow night, the Halloween season kicks off in Houghton with the annual Treat Street, taking place throughout the downtown area. This is the sixth installment of the event and the turnout is expected to reach close to 2000 trick-or-treaters. Lieutenant Nick Roberts of the Houghton Police Department says it’s one …

A world-famous performance group will continue their national tour through the Copper Country later tonight. The Second City will be appearing at the Calumet Theatere at 7:30 and if you’re looking for laughs, it’s the place to be. Nick Rees is one of the members of Second City and he …

As the push towards the November election continues, one of the challengers on the ballot will be stopping by in Houghton later today. Democratic gubernatorial candidate Mark Schauer’s lieutenant governor candidate Lisa Brown will be making two stops. The first will be at Victoria’s Kitchen at noon for an education …

The Wisconsin man who was convicted on several counts for an armed robbery in Watton has been sentenced. Bernard Fish will spend up to 40 years in prison for his involvement in the incident. He was sentenced today in Baraga County Circuit Court to 20 to 40 years on each …

The Michigan Senate may vote next month on legislation requiring hospitals in Michigan to publicly post charges, including prices of goods and services they offer. The measure was approved by a senate committee Wednesday. Sponsors say hospitals have been charging “outrageous amounts” for small items, and one way to combat …

Wind is king in renewable energy investment in Michigan, according to a study released by the Pew Charitable Trust. The study, which examined the impact of Michigan’s 2008 Clean, Renewable, and Efficient Energy Act, which required state utilities to produce 10 percent of their power via renewable energy, shows that …