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Goodbye Dolly

NASHVILLE — Dolly Parton, the country music icon whose soaring vibrato vocals, poignant songwriting and sparkling costumes defined her rise from a log cabin in the Tennessee mountains to the height of stardom and acclaim, has died in Nashville. She was 80 years old. “After bravely facing ...

The Arts are Alive!

HOUGHTON – Michigan Technological University's Rozsa Center for the Performing Arts to announced the schedule of events for the 1026-27 school year. Included in the schedule are Michigan Tech’s Visual and Performing Arts (VPA) programs and exhibits. Composed of Michigan Tech Music, ...

The Pickers are coming!

NEW YORK, NY — American Pikers is a documentary TV series that explores the fascinating world of antique “picking” on The History Channel. The hit show follows skilled pickers in the business, as they hunt for America’s most valuable antiques. They are always excited to find ...

Rising star

ANN ARBOR — Annika Siegel never forgot her roots in the Keweenaw. A Houghton native who performs under the moniker Ani Mari is preparing to release her sophomore studio album, “The Masquerade,” Aug. 28. The 23-year old artist said she incorporates the Keweenaw winters into her ...

ABBA … Almost

CALUMET — One of the world's most highly acclaimed ABBA tribute act, ABBA LA takes the stage of the historic Calumet Theatre for one fantastic show tomorrow night. Showtime is 7:30 p.m. Friday. ABBA LA is recognized as one of the top national tribute bands celebrating the timeless music of ...

The art of books

COPPER HARBOR — Those going to Copper Harbor this weekend for Art in the Park, will also have a chance to celebrate the art of books Grandpa’s Barn book store will host a variety of regional authors for book signings during Copper Harbor’s annual Art in the Park this weekend. ...