Click on the highlighted scores for additional game details. NBA The NBA Eastern Conference finals will be decided tonight, when the Celtics host the Heat. After falling behind 3-0 in the series, Boston has won three straight to force game seven this evening. NHL The NHL Western Conference playoffs continue …
Read More »Obituary: Bruce Haapapuro
As received from Memorial Chapel Funeral and Cremation Service: Bruce Haapapuro, 83, a former local businessman and resident of Portage Township, passed away peacefully at his home with his family by his side on March 2, 2023. He was born in Liminga, MI, on March 3, 1939, a …
Read More »One Woman is Charge with Open Murder of a Hessel Man in Mackinac County
One man is dead, and one woman is in custody after a homicide in Hessel Township, north of St. Ignace. Michigan State Police St. Ignace Troopers responded to reports of shots fired at a residence yesterday. Upon arrival troopers found a deceased 73 year old male, with an apparent gunshot …
Read More »Last Day to Register For Back 9 Endurance Run Taking Place This Weekend
This weekend is set to be a memorable one for outdoor enthusiasts and town goers alike. Besides the multiple group rides and Enduro races hosted by the Copper Harbor Trails Club and the first From the Ground Farmers Market Festival, there is also a challenge for runners. The Back 9 …
Read More »Body of Missing Hancock Woman Found After Two Day Search
The search efforts for a missing Hancock woman have concluded. Hancock police have identified the deceased as 23 year old Hancock resident, Mary Ylitalo. She was first reported missing on Tuesday. Hancock Police have notified the next of kin, and ask that the community respect the family’s privacy at this …
Read More »Dry Conditions Raise Fire Danger Over Memorial Day Weekend
Memorial Day weekend is full of great times, cookouts, and bonfires, but with the raised levels of fire hazards throughout the state, the DNR urges individuals to be careful. The lack of rainfall and dry conditions means areas even in the U.P. can burn. People are the number one cause …
Read More »Memorial Day Observances Through Weekend and On Monday
Memorial Day is next Monday, but over the weekend, there will be various observances to honor those who have fallen in battle both nationally and internationally. On Saturday, the Calumet VFW Auxiliary will host a pancake breakfast and bake sale from 8a.m-12p.m. On Sunday, Memorial Day observances provided by Baraga …
Read More »Copper Country High School Graduations
High school graduations are a memorable ceremony in a student’s life, and many are taking place today and tomorrow. The classes of 2023 faced a hard road with the pandemic, but continued on in their efforts. Congratulations, and good luck to all graduates. Baraga High SchoolClass Size: 16Class Advisor: Mr. …
Read More »Houghton County Prosecutor Appointed to Circuit Bench
Houghton County Prosecuting Attorney Brittany Bulleit will take over as judge of the 12th Circuit Court for Baraga, Houghton and Keweenaw Counties. The appointment was announced this afternoon by Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer. Bulleit will succeed Judge Charles Goodman, who retired at the end of March. While Goodman’s term ran …
Read More »A Dozen Scholarships Awarded to 16 Local Students
The Keweenaw Community Foundation awarded scholarships to local students. They awarded a total of 12 scholarships to 16 students between middle school and college. KCF would like to thank the sponsors for making the scholarships possible, and for all the students who applied this year to make it their most …
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