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UPDATE: Man involved in Hancock’s Porvoo Park boardwalk damages issued summons, to pay for damages
HANCOCK, Mich. (WLUC) - UPDATE: A 30-year-old man has turned himself into the City of Hancock Police Department for a property damage incident in Porvoo Park in Hancock Friday night. According to city police chief Tami Sleeman, after speaking with police, the man was issued a summons for failing to...
Police looking to speak with driver of truck that damaged Hancock park
HANCOCK, MI— The City of Hancock and Hancock Police Department say they’ve identified the driver of a truck that damaged a city park Friday. At approximately 10:40 p.m., a white truck drove over the grass and onto the boardwalk at Porvoo Park. When the driver tried to turn around, the truck broke boards on the boardwalk and damaged a railing.
Joining the best of the best: Guts Hall of Fame inducts five new members
CALUMET — The International Frisbee/USA Guts Hall of Fame inducted five new members this past weekend. The 2024 honorees run the gamut from Guts to Ultimate to international disc leadership. Induction ceremonies were held Saturday night at the Bonfire within the Continental Fire Company in Houghton. Mark Barry. Skilled...
Breakfast raises $3,600 for CHO
On April 20, Chassell Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 6507 and Auxiliary and the Chassell Lions Club joined forces to put on a Community Benefit pancake/french toast/sausage breakfast at the Chassell VFW. Volunteers from both organizations worked together to put on the event. Attendance was overwhelming and the breakfast raised...
Hancock police search for driver of vehicle that damaged Porvoo Park
The City of Hancock and the City of Hancock Police Department is asking the public for help identifying the driver of a white truck that caused significant damage to facilities at Porvoo Park. On Friday, June 28, a white truck drove over the grass at Porvoo Park at about 10:40...
Michigan Tech University Given High Marks In Princeton Review Rankings
The Princeton Review named Michigan Technological University as one of its Best Value Colleges for 2024. The education services company reports seven categories of ranked lists. Among the nation’s public colleges and universities, Michigan Tech was named No. 2 on the list of Best Schools for Internships, No. 9 for...
Napoleon walks it off in 9th inning to edge Eagle River and win Midseason Classic for record fifth time
The River Bandits from Napoleon, Ohio, are kings of Alaska again. Napoleon capped a 13-0 road trip through the Land of the Midnight Sun with a 4-3 victory in extra innings over three-time defending Alaska state champion Eagle River in Sunday’s championship game of the Alaska 529 Midseason Classic.
Driver identified in Porvoo Park incident
HANCOCK — The driver in a Friday night inci- dent that damaged the boardwalk at Porvoo Park has come forward. Hancock police cited the driver, an adult male, for failing to report a property damage accident, said Officer Nanue Houle. About 10:40 p.m. Friday night, when the man drove...
Dave’s BP earns trip to title game to face Houghton Building Supply
HANCOCK — In Portage Lake Little League playoff action Monday, Dave’s BP earned a trip to the championship game Tuesday by toppling Coke, 12-1. In the other semifinal game, Houghton Building Supply defeated L’Anse, 5-2. Blake Heltunen got the win for Dave’s BP by going 6 1/3 innings and striking out 11.
Three With CCHA Ties Selected in 2024 NHL Draft
LAS VEGAS, Nev. - The Central Collegiate Hockey Association (CCHA) saw three current and future student-athletes have their names called during the 2024 National Hockey League (NHL) Entry Draft on Saturday. One is currently enrolled at Michigan Technological University, while two others are commited to join Minnesota State University, Mankato and the University of St. Thomas.
5th Annual Alberta Fest Triumphs
ALBERTA, Mich. (WLUC) - Cars, crafts, and other fun activities took over the historic village of Alberta on Saturday. The 5th annual Alberta Fest was held at the Ford Center and Forest. The festival featured a car show, craft vendors, live music, and kids’ activities. Activities and vendors were spread throughout the grounds of the environmental education center. The Ford Center’s facilities coordinator John Carroll said it’s a great way for people to learn about what they do.
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ESCANABA — The Delta Dems will meet Wednesday, July 10, from 7 to 8 p.m. at the Carpenters and Millwrights Hall, 1219 1st Ave. So, Escanaba. Please note the date and location change. Social time begins at 6:30 p.m. For more information, email deltademsmi@gmail.com. Free Clothes Closet. GLADSTONE —...
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