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UPDATE: DNR announces temporary construction closures in Marquette and Baraga counties
Press Release Michigan DNR 8/3/23 Press Release Michigan DNR 8/3/23

UPDATE: DNR announces temporary construction closures in Marquette and Baraga counties

In Baraga County, west of Michigamme, part of the main entry road to Craig Lake State Park (Nelligan Lake Road) will be closed to vehicular traffic.

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Rebuilding continues at one-year anniversary of local fraternity house fire
Press Release Phi Phi Zeta House 8/2/23 Press Release Phi Phi Zeta House 8/2/23

Rebuilding continues at one-year anniversary of local fraternity house fire

Fraternity continues working toward making house livable for active students.

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GALLERY: Tour Da Yoop, Eh summits Brockway Mountain
Press Release Visit Keweenaw 8/2/23 Press Release Visit Keweenaw 8/2/23

GALLERY: Tour Da Yoop, Eh summits Brockway Mountain

Under sunny skies, high 70s and with bald eagles soaring overhead, cyclists peddled their way to the top of Brockway Mountain, many smiling along the way.

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The Rozsa Unveils 2023/24 Presenting Series
Press Release, Entertainment Multiple Authors 8/1/23 Press Release, Entertainment Multiple Authors 8/1/23

The Rozsa Unveils 2023/24 Presenting Series

With a Broadway classic, thought-provoking talks, aweinspiring acrobatics, and mesmerizing dance, this series will captivate audiences of all ages.

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Water source confirmed in Ontonagon County, search for viable water supply continues
Press Release Michigan DNR 8/1/23 Press Release Michigan DNR 8/1/23

Water source confirmed in Ontonagon County, search for viable water supply continues

While the source of water supplying two residences and an unregulated trailside spigot has been confirmed, the search for a safe, viable and affordable water supply continues.

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U.P. weekly fishing report
Press Release Michigan DNR 7/27/23 Press Release Michigan DNR 7/27/23

U.P. weekly fishing report

This report is intended to give you an idea of what is going on around the state. Updates come from Fisheries staff and conservation officers.

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Fresh and free produce available for Copper Country seniors
Press Release, Food Copper Shores Community Health Foundation 7/21/23 Press Release, Food Copper Shores Community Health Foundation 7/21/23

Fresh and free produce available for Copper Country seniors

Changes to Senior Project Fresh Coupon distribution.

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U.P. weekly fishing report
Press Release Michigan DNR 7/20/23 Press Release Michigan DNR 7/20/23

U.P. weekly fishing report

This report is intended to give you an idea of what is going on around the state. Updates come from Fisheries staff and conservation officers.

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Hancock City Council Vacancy
Press Release Multiple Authors 7/20/23 Press Release Multiple Authors 7/20/23

Hancock City Council Vacancy

The Hancock City Clerk is accepting applications from interested persons to fill an At-Large vacancy on the council.

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KISMA battles Keweenaw invasive species: how you can help
Press Release, Environment Visit Keweenaw 7/18/23 Press Release, Environment Visit Keweenaw 7/18/23

KISMA battles Keweenaw invasive species: how you can help

Ecosystems are generally stable, but the introduction of an invasive species could cause irreversible consequences.

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Upcoming DNR meetings, plus a vacancy on Equine Trails Subcommittee
Press Release Michigan DNR 7/18/23 Press Release Michigan DNR 7/18/23

Upcoming DNR meetings, plus a vacancy on Equine Trails Subcommittee

Looking for a wilderness experience with some help from the experts? The DNR Outdoor Skills Academy will offer two backpacking clinics.

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Brown needles on jack pine likely due to budworm outbreak
Press Release Michigan DNR 7/14/23 Press Release Michigan DNR 7/14/23

Brown needles on jack pine likely due to budworm outbreak

Looking for a wilderness experience with some help from the experts? The DNR Outdoor Skills Academy will offer two backpacking clinics.

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Ontonagon court halts parole of prisoner after AG intervenes
Press Release Office of the Attorney General 7/13/23 Press Release Office of the Attorney General 7/13/23

Ontonagon court halts parole of prisoner after AG intervenes

The stay was requested alongside an emergency application for leave to appeal in opposition to the parole.

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U.P. weekly fishing report
Press Release Michigan DNR 7/13/23 Press Release Michigan DNR 7/13/23

U.P. weekly fishing report

This report is intended to give you an idea of what is going on around the state. Updates come from Fisheries staff and conservation officers.

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Canal Run laces up this weekend, register now
Press Release, Community Event Visit Keweenaw 7/11/23 Press Release, Community Event Visit Keweenaw 7/11/23

Canal Run laces up this weekend, register now

Time is running out – get registered now for the 48th Annual Canal Run. Channel your inner athlete and prepare yourself for one of the race options.

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Porkies backpacking classes offer true wilderness experience
Press Release, Education Michigan DNR 7/11/23 Press Release, Education Michigan DNR 7/11/23

Porkies backpacking classes offer true wilderness experience

Looking for a wilderness experience with some help from the experts? The DNR Outdoor Skills Academy will offer two backpacking clinics.

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Estivant Pines 50th Anniversary: Open for traffic after improvement project
Press Release Visit Keweenaw 7/11/23 Press Release Visit Keweenaw 7/11/23

Estivant Pines 50th Anniversary: Open for traffic after improvement project

The Estivant Pines Nature Sanctuary trail is open now with an upgraded experience for adventurers – in time for its 50th anniversary.

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Nearly 100 parcels of state-managed land available via online auctions in August, September
Press Release, Sale Michigan DNR 7/6/23 Press Release, Sale Michigan DNR 7/6/23

Nearly 100 parcels of state-managed land available via online auctions in August, September

Lake frontage, river frontage and vacant forested acreage surrounded by private ownership are just some of the 95 parcels available in the next round of surplus land auctions.

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U.P. weekly fishing report
Press Release Michigan DNR 7/6/23 Press Release Michigan DNR 7/6/23

U.P. weekly fishing report

This report is intended to give you an idea of what is going on around the state. Updates come from Fisheries staff and conservation officers.

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Learn about proposed Michigamme Highlands conservation project; reserve your spot on property tour
Press Release Michigan DNR 6/29/23 Press Release Michigan DNR 6/29/23

Learn about proposed Michigamme Highlands conservation project; reserve your spot on property tour

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources is working with the current landowner, Lyme Great Lakes Timberlands, to potentially protect this area through a working forest conservation easement.

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