3+ day, 16+ hour ago   (390+ words) The City of Houghton Police Department is hosting a 5K fun run on Saturday at Kestner Park in support of Special Olympics of Michigan and to raise awareness for Area 39 teams, volunteers, and coaches. The event serves as a community fundraiser…...

3+ day, 20+ hour ago   (133+ words) The Superior Health Foundation announced Tuesday it will distribute $271,000 across 11 health initiatives throughout the Upper Peninsula, with a significant focus on addressing dental health gaps. The UP Health Impact Fund will receive $100,000 to support the Upper Great Lakes Family Health…...

3+ day, 20+ hour ago   (212+ words) Houghton County Sheriff John Saaranen will host “Coffee with the Sheriff” sessions throughout September at the future jail site on Sharon Avenue to answer community questions about the proposed facility. The informal meetings provide residents an opportunity to learn how…...

4+ day, 16+ hour ago   (227+ words) The Keweenaw Report Keweenaw Community Foundation holds open-house for prospective grantees The Keweenaw Community Foundation is a local nonprofit organization that aims to empower other Copper Country nonprofits through support originating from several funds. Since Sep. 1, their Fall grant cycle…...

1+ week, 4+ day ago   (160+ words) Michigan Technological University will celebrate its international students and the seven wonders of the world on Sept. 19 during the 37th annual Festival of Nations. International students bring unique traditions, food, art and ideas to campus, enriching the university community with diverse…...

1+ week, 5+ day ago   (209+ words) Michigan Tech’s Center for Outreach and Education is helping local students gear up for the fall with programs designed to prepare them for college while building valuable skills. This year’s GEAR UP programs offer high school students opportunities to explore…...

1+ week, 5+ day ago   (136+ words) A former Houghton County attorney will stand for sentencing today in 12th Circuit Court following his plea in a 2023 homicide case. Evan Dixon, of Houghton, pleaded no contest in June to second-degree murder in the death of Thereon Duncan. The plea…...

1+ week, 5+ day ago   (180+ words) Isle Royale National Park has closed four campsites on the island’s northern end after recent reports of wolves pawing and digging at tents and camping equipment. The closure, which began Aug. 28 and continues through Oct. 31, affects Three Mile, Daisy Farm,…...

2+ week, 4+ day ago   (118+ words) The Keweenaw Report Hancock Area District Library hosts one-day-only used book sale in the high school The Hancock Area District Library will host a one-day used book sale to support the community’s reading needs. Proceeds raised by the used book…...

2+ week, 4+ day ago   (241+ words) The Keweenaw Report Copper Country ISD seeks to replace the Special Education Millage with the same mill rate The Copper Country Intermediate School District will seek a 20-year special education replacement millage in November. The CCISD announced the district’s intent…...