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Water problems

L’ANSE — Flooding in downtown L’Anse Wednesday afternoon prompted multiple responses from village officials. L’Anse put out a notice at 4 p.m. on Facebook Wednesday warning people to stay away from Linden Creek, an hour later it announced the closure of the waterfront and beach. ...

PLDL passes budget

HOUGHTON — The Portage Lake District Library Board of Directors met Wednesday evening to discuss the recent $30,000 Hancock Public Schools budgeted Monday for Hancock. The PLDL board also adopted a budget for next fiscal year. Board President Sylvia Matthews attended Hancock's School Board ...

Hancock’s finances in order

HANCOCK — After several budget work sessions and council meetings leading up to Wednesday evening, the Hancock City Council passed budget for fiscal year 2026-27. It also passed millage rates for the general fund, fire department, police department and recreation. Council approved the ...

Potential expansion

HOUGHTON – The Houghton County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a feasibility study for expanding operations at the county solid waste facility in Adams Township, referred to as the County Transfer Station. The Board has been considering major capacity and financial challenges at ...

Major Merger

HANCOCK — In a joint statement Wednesday, Keweenaw Financial Corp. and Range Financial Corp. today announced they have entered into a definitive merger agreement. In a move to enhance product offerings, customer convenience and shareholder value, Superior National Bank and Range Bank are ...

Support from the state

HOUGHTON — The Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) and Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced Tuesday more than $1.5 million in grants have been issued through the MEDC's Match on Main program. Two Houghton businesses were listed as recipients. Rhythm Bike Shop and Armando’s ...