HOUGHTON — Fans of comic books, video games, anime, film, cosplay and more can find something for them at this year’s GeekU.P. The Copper Country convention will celebrate its fifth year from noon to 7 p.m. Saturday at the Rozsa Center. “It’s just an opportunity for everybody, ...
This is one in a series of staff writer Graham Jaehnig’s personal experiences as a beginner kayaker. In the last installment of the kayaking series, the topic was types of kayaks and suggestions for selecting the right one for the individual paddler. Once you have selected the kayak, It ...
CALUMET — Stone buildings in the Copper Country are prime examples of historical methods and materials. Efforts to maintain these locations are vital to the village of Calumet and to the National Park Service. Last week, the Keweenaw National Historic Park hosted a three and a half-day ...
HANCOCK — With students heading back to school and leaves beginning to change color, summer is on its way out. Before it goes for good, the City of Hancock is preparing a sendoff to remember. Saturday will mark Hancock’s inaugural End of Summer Celebration, including games, vendors, ...
HOUGHTON — A domestic violence suspect was in custody Saturday a day after fleeing police who responded to the scene. Houghton County sheriff’s deputies had responded to a report of a domestic assault at 7 p.m. Friday night in Calumet. The suspect was identified as Jason Kramer, who was ...
The Copper Harbor Trails Fest hosted hundreds of participants in various mountain bike races and a trail running race this weekend. Nearly 300 riders competed in Enduro races between the three distance options. Saturday afternoon’s downhill bike race had riders testing their limits ...