DNR moose survey results show population in western UP statistically unchanged since 2019
Some survey indicators mark dynamics to watch going forward
Michigan air quality impacted by smoke and fires this week
These conditions are expected to continue throughout the rest of the week. Meteorologists are continuing to assess conditions and will issue additional alerts if necessary.
U.P. weekly fishing report
All anglers 17 years of age and older are required to have a fishing license.
Fish kills may be more common during summer heat
With increasing temperatures across Michigan, anglers, boaters and lakefront property owners may discover dead fish or other aquatic animals.
American Queen Voyages Ocean Navigator to dock at Houghton Pier Thursday, 1 of 2 visits this summer
Its visit is the first of two this summer for the 286-foot Ocean Navigator cruise ship. It will be the only Great Lakes Cruise ship visiting Houghton this season.
Adaptive athletes to compete in 48th Annual Canal Run
The highly anticipated 48th Annual Canal Run takes place on July 15 and if you haven’t yet – it’s time to start training!
U.P. weekly fishing report
All anglers 17 years of age and older are required to have a fishing license.
Local group formed to honor activist “Big Annie”
Anna became famous for leading the daily parade of thousands of miners down the streets of Calumet during the Copper Country Strike of 1913-1914.
Experience living history at Fort Wilkins State Park, June through August
Watch the history at Fort Wilkins State Park come to life June 12 through Aug. 18 during its living history summer program.
Upper Peninsula teens selected for national summit on civic engagement as U.S. history, civics scores decline
Local high school students among 100 teens countrywide gathering in Washington, D.C. to demonstrate the power of youth voice and engage in youth leadership programs.
Keweenaw Area Community Foundation awards local students with scholarships
The Keweenaw Area Community Foundation (KCF) announces our funds’ scholarship recipients for 2023.
U.P. weekly fishing report
All anglers 17 years of age and older are required to have a fishing license.
Attorney general sues over illegal robocalls
Avid helped make calls using spoofed or invalid caller ID numbers, including calls that appeared to be coming from government and law enforcement agencies, as well as private companies.
Rabbit Island Arts and Ecology Expedition open for applications
Rabbit Island School is a full-scholarship program where a group of up to 7 students join a team of 3 mentors on Rabbit Island.
Fort Wilkins State Park hosts May campers, McLain sites still closed
Two beloved state parks in the Keweenaw are in two different spots of the 2023 camping season.
Bridge replacement on Donken-Tapiola Road beginning in June
A bridge replacement project along the Donken-Tapiola Road is expected to delay motorists over an 8-week construction period, beginning early next month.
U.P. weekly fishing report
All anglers 17 years of age and older are required to have a fishing license.
Beware of missed jury duty and demand for payment scams
In her latest scam alert, Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel warns residents that they may be targeted by scammers claiming to be representing government entities.
ITC Establishes Jon E. Jipping Annual Scholarship at MTU
The Michigan Technological University scholarship honors Jipping’s commitment to engineering and STEM careers.