By the end of the 19th century, the Lake Superior copper district had already begun its decline in terms of copper production and its percentage of mineral contribution to the United States copper market. While the Copper Country could boast of contributing approximately 90% of the nation’s ...

HANCOCK — One of the most exciting sports in the country is returning to Bridgefest for its fifth annual tournament. Pickleball will start at 9 a.m. on Saturday at Laura Grove Park in Hancock.   Organizer Betty MacInnes said the need for a pickleball activity spurred the creation of the ...

HANCOCK — The Bridgefest 2026 Classic Car and Motorcycle Show promises motor enthusiasts an abundance of enjoyment. Bring the whole family and enjoy an afternoon filled with incredible cars and motorcycles, community fun, live music, and local food vendors. Admission is free and everyone is ...

HANCOCK — Physics and puppies share center stage on Quincy Green for one of the first events of Bridgefest weekend. A large crowd comes out for the Kids Day event, which includes science and engineering exhibits and an obstacle course. While there was no firm attendance number, the 150 hot ...

SAULT STE. MARIE — Troopers from the Michigan State Police (MSP) Sault Ste. Marie Post arrested a woman for allegedly unlawfully entering a home in Newberry and stealing property from within the residence. At about 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, troopers were dispatched to a report of a subject who ...

Stop Motion Animation Camp for Youth Ages 8-16 HANCOCK — A Stop-Motion Animation Camp with Ian Raymond for youth ages 8-16 will, take place over the next three Saturdays at the Copper Country Community Arts Center in Hancock. students will learn how to animate frame by frame and create short ...