One of the five Michigan State University students injured in a mass shooting at the University February 13th has been released from the hospital. Troy Forbush revealed his identity on his Facebook account yesterday, writing “I took a bullet to my chest, had a brush with death, and almost didn’t …
Read More »Two Atlantic Mine Residents Arrested for Selling Methamphetamine
Two people have been arrested for three counts of selling methamphetamine in Houghton County. On Tuesday UPSET West concluded a six month investigation into Michael Statler and Arleen Statler of Atlantic Mine. Detectives have made multiple drug purchases from the Statler’s home in Atlantic Mine, during the course of their …
Read More »Break Out the Denim Tuxedos for the Up-Cycled Fashion Show
One man’s trash is another man’s treasure. Tonight the Up-Cycled Fashion shows off 30 local fashion designers will put their skills to the test. And will create new original designs out of up-cycled fabrics or other materials. The show’s theme this year is Indigo Mood, and will have the designers …
Read More »Building a Community One Family at a Time
One Year ago, Russia invaded Ukraine. And as the world’s eyes turned toward Kiev last February, some Upper Peninsula residents quickly formed a group to support Ukraine and their citizens. Yoopers for Ukraine organizer, Nadija Packauskas, says that a year later the status on the ground in Ukraine is resistance. …
Read More »Houghton Sues Walmart Over Property Tax Dispute
The legal war between the City of Houghton and Walmart is heating up. The skirmish began when the world’s largest retailer, owned by the world’s richest family, challenged the assessment on its Houghton location. In a case filed against the city with the Michigan Tax Tribunal in 2018, the company …
Read More »Keweenaw Residents Appointed to State Boards
Two Copper Country residents have been appointed to state boards by Governor Gretchen Whitmer. Ryan Laporte, of Houghton, will serve on the Michigan Trails Advisory Council. Laporte is the operations manager for Northern Hardwoods, and the president of the Keweenaw Snowmobile Club. He will represent offroad vehicle owners and U.P. …
Read More »Finlandia University Faculty Art Exhibit Rescheduled for Inclement Weather
Due to inclement weather this evening, Finlandia University plans to reschedule the International School of Art and Desgins Faculty Exhibit reception. Professors used a variety of artistic mediums to create their collections including photography, sculpture, painting, ceramics and more. The Finlandia Faculty Art Exhibit will be open to the public …
Read More »Sparkplug Awards are Just One Week Away
In just one week, a crowd will gather at the memorial union building on Michigan Tech’s Campus, to award the Keweenaw Peninsula’s Sparkplugs. After much careful consideration, the Keweenaw Chamber of Commerce, and their partners, recently announced the nominees for this year’s awards; Narrowing the field down to 100 candidates …
Read More »Winter Storm Causes Closings
A Winter Storm Warning continues across the entire region, with heavy snowfall and brisk winds making driving treacherous. The Keweenaw Peninsula can expect an additional 6 to 10 inches of snow today. Northeasterly winds could gust to 25 or 30 miles per hour along the shoreline, causing drifting and areas …
Read More »Waara Gets High Mark from Houghton Council
Houghton city council members who frequently find themselves at odds have found one thing they agree on. They like their city manager. Eric Waara’s annual evaluation was revealed at last night’s meeting, with a 92 percent satisfactory rating. Waara noted that public works employees did a great job over the …
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