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Houghton city council approves annexation resolution for Sharon Avenue land parcels
HOUGHTON, Mich. (WLUC) - The Houghton City Council voted unanimously on a resolution to annex two land parcels into city property during a regular meeting Wednesday evening. This was after Houghton County submitted an annexation request to the city council. These parcels are located in Portage Township on Sharon Avenue and are both owned by the county.
Markkanen To Host Dedication Ceremony Friday For ‘Karna Memorial Highway’
State Rep. Greg Markkanen on Wednesday announced a dedication ceremony for the Private Wesley Vietti Karna Memorial Highway will be held this Friday, Aug. 16, at 2 p.m. at the South Range VFW, 44969 Baltic Ave. in South Range. Markkanen’s plan to name a section of M-26 in Houghton County...
MDARD learns rural area food challenges in Ishpeming
ISHPEMING, Mich. (WLUC) - On Wednesday, U.P. residents voiced concerns about the area’s unique agricultural challenges. Ishpeming community members visited Partridge Creek Farm to pick up some farm-fresh vegetables. At the same time, Michigan Department of Agriculture & Rural Development (MDARD) representatives learned about the unique challenges rural communities, like Ishpeming, face in getting food on the table.
Strategic Trails Plan highlights trail sustainability, economic well-being in Marquette County
MARQUETTE, Mich. (WJMN) – An event was held Wednesday at the Noquemanon Trail Network’s (NTN) South Trails trailhead in Marquette to discuss a non-motorized strategic trails plan. The plan found that over $41.5 million is generated by trail events and visits each year to Marquette County’s 900 miles of trails. During the pandemic, trail usage […]
Copper Shores Meals on Wheels receives full washing station funding from Houghton Rotary Club
HANCOCK, Mich. (WLUC) - The Copper Shores Meals on Wheels program has received full funding for an upcoming project, provided by the Rotary Club of Houghton. According to a Facebook post from the club, the Meals on Wheels program is the beneficiary of this year’s Keweenaw Brewfest. The club donated $15,400 from the event and secured a $7,500 Rotary District Grant in addition.
Registration now full for Isle Royale National Park’s annual Family Day cruise
HOUGHTON, Mich. (WLUC) - All seats have been filled for Isle Royale National Park’s upcoming annual Family Day. On this occasion, families can enjoy a 45-minute to an hour-long cruise aboard the park’s Ranger III vessel. There will be two cruises throughout the day taking families southward into Portage Lake and back.
A teen was falling asleep during a courtroom field trip. She ended up in cuffs and jail clothes
DETROIT (AP) — A teenager on a field trip to see a Detroit court ended up in jail clothes and handcuffs because a judge said he didn’t like her attitude. Judge Kenneth King even asked other kids in the courtroom Tuesday whether the 16-year-old girl should be taken to juvenile detention, WXYZ-TV reported.
This Michigan City Is the High Blood Pressure Capital of America
A new study has revealed that a Michigan city leads the rest of the nation when it comes to high blood pressure. Lawnstarter pored through data from the 500 biggest cities in America, looking for the nation's most relaxed cities. Turns out much of Michigan isn't that relaxed at all.
Record Store Owned by Former Metallica Bassist’s Nephew Opens in Michigan
Ask any classic metal fan, they'll tell you nothing beats vinyl. While the oldheads in the thrash metal scene have always had an appreciation for tabbing through sleeves of records, the younger generation is jumping into the fire of record stores just as often. It's no wonder record stores are...
Bad Cookie: New Recall Affecting Michigan Meijer Cookie Lovers
Oh no! The Cookie Monster may not like this announcement. Before you shop at Meijer, you may want to know about this recall!. New Recall Affecting Michigan Meijer Cookie Lovers. It is a tough day to love Meijer cookies. According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, the Midwest retailer,...
Judges: This Michigan meat market has some of the top products in US
Correction: A previous version of this story incorrectly stated the year awards were given for some producers. OMAHA, Nebraska — If you're looking for some of the best cured meats in the country, Michigan offers award-winning options — including a producer based in the Greater Lansing area. Merindorf Meats, of Mason, captured championship honors at...
Discover The History Of US Navy Ships Named After Michigan Cities – Including the new USNS Lansing
The US Navy has a long history of naming ships in its feet for states and other geographic names. There are now 4 ships named after cities in Michigan with a recent naming of the USNS Lansing. The vessel is being constructed now a shipyard in Mobile, Alabama. When constructed,...
Michigan Authorities Warn Parents Of Posting ‘Back to School’ Photos On Social Media
It's that time of year, and we're already seeing it on social media - Parents posting their "back to school" photos of their children. Dressed up for their first day back, usually with some kind of identifier of which grade they'll be going into, and sometimes even the school they're attending.
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