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Gaining steam: Sauna Week grows

HANCOCK — It takes more than heat to make a proper sauna, said Jim Kurtti. There are other elements to consider: a place to relax, good ventilation and a proper steam. Spreading awareness of the fundamentals of a sauna is one of the reasons behind the Finlandia Foundation National’s ...

Proposals to look for on Tuesday’s ballot

When voters in Houghton County head out to the polls for the presidential primary Tuesday, residents of Adams Township, Stanton Township and the village of Laurium will also consider proposals for millage renewals. Stanton Township residents will vote on renewing the operating millage for the ...

CTE student-crafted sauna available via silent auction

HANCOCK — The Copper Country Intermediate School District Career and Technical Education Construction Technology Program is proud to announce an exclusive opportunity to bid on a student-designed and built sauna. This unique project showcases the skills of students from Baraga and L’Anse ...

Teacher Shortage

HOUGHTON — The growing number of K-12 teaching vacancies in Michigan is spurring efforts on several fronts to attract and retain teachers. Statewide, there were 1,768 vacant positions in Michigan, up from 679 a decade earlier, according to a recent report from Michigan State University’s ...

Hancock School library fees in effect for out of district residents

HANCOCK— Hancock School Public Library and the Portage Lake District Library have implemented membership fees for residents outside Hancock School District. PLDL Library Director Katrina Linde-Moriarty said the membership fees became effective this past Saturday. Library cards are free ...

CCISD Students excel at Regional Automotive Competition

ESCANABA - The Copper Country Intermediate School District (CCISD) is proud to announce its students’ outstanding achievements at the annual regional automotive competition held at Bay College. Demonstrating exceptional skills and knowledge, CCISD competitors dominated the event, securing 80% ...