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Trial next in Hancock homicide

HOUGHTON — The preliminary hearing for a Wisconsin mother and son accused of killing a Hancock Township relative in December took place Monday in Houghton’s 97th District Court after a postponement in late May. Margaret Kempainen, 50, and Jacob Kempainen, 21, of Hartland, are accused of ...

‘Start paying attention’ in Calumet

CALUMET — Since Calumet Village Council approved a motion in favor of a Blight Enforcement Officer at its regular May meeting, the position is now posted on the village website. Village Manager Megan Haselden had said at that meeting that during the previous week’s Village Council Work ...

70th Annual CCVFA Tournament: Rain didn’t dampen enthusiasm

HUBBELL — Rainy weather and temperatures in the mid-50s died not dampen the spirits of firefighters during Saturday’s Copper Country Volunteer Firefighters Association Tournament. The 70th annual event was hosted by the Hubbell VFD this year. The theme of the tournament was Disco ...

Free gun locks available as part of Gun Violence Awareness Month

LANSING — As part of National Gun Violence Awareness Month, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services and Michigan State Police are reminding Michigan families about the availability of free gun locks at MDHHS county offices and some local health departments. Cable-style gun ...

Find Senior Project Fresh Produce Coupons at select locations

Fresh fruits and vegetables are available to seniors at local farmers markets. Are you a low-income adult over the age of 60 years of age or if you are 55 years of age and a member of a Michigan Federally recognized tribe or urban tribe who meets the income requirements is eligible to receive ...