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4-H publishes new edition of Houghton and Keweenaw Counties 2021 Plat Book

The brand new 2021 edition of the Houghton and Keweenaw Counties Plat Book is now available for purchase! Who owns Houghton and Keweenaw Counties? Thousands of people have a piece of it, and they are listed in the new 2021 edition plat book published by the Houghton/Keweenaw County 4-H Council with Mapping Solutions. The 2021 book is available for purchase for $38 at the MSU Extension office located at 1500 Birch Street in Hancock, Houghton Register of Deeds, Keweenaw County Clerk, and Keweenaw Tourism Council. All profits from sales go directly to our county 4-H program. These funds ...

DIFS encourages impacted borrowers to take advantage of assistance programs before upcoming deadlines

LANSING — The Michigan Department of Insurance and Financial Services (DIFS) is reminding Michigan consumers with federally backed mortgages who are worried about falling behind on payments that assistance is available under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act but they must act before the Sept. 30 deadline. “DIFS is encouraging anyone struggling financially as a result of COVID-19 to contact their mortgage lender and discuss the options available to them,” said DIFS Director Anita Fox. “No one should have to worry about losing their home due to the ...

Conservation officers urge anglers to remember proper etiquette on and off the river

The abundance of Chinook and coho salmon in the Betsie and Platte rivers every September – during what are known as “fall fish runs” – draws anglers eager for this unique fishing opportunity in northwest Michigan. Unfortunately, the season also sometimes brings illegal fishing activity and community disruption, and Michigan Department of Natural Resources conservation officers are working with local property and business owners to improve the situation. Conservation officers are conducting enhanced patrols to reduce violations ranging from illegal fishing, camping and parking to ...

West Nile virus survey in ruffed grouse begins third study year

The study of West Nile virus in ruffed grouse will resume this fall in Michigan, after a one-year pause due to the COVID-19 pandemic. In partnership with Minnesota and Wisconsin natural resources departments, the Michigan Department of Natural Resources began this multiyear study in 2018 to better understand the prevalence and distribution of the virus in ruffed grouse in the Upper Great Lakes region. Results from previous study years suggest that while the virus is present in the Great Lakes region, grouse exposed to the virus can survive and develop antibodies as an immune response. ...

Stabenow, Peters announce over $24,000 in support for the Stanton Township Volunteer Fire Department

HOUGHTON – U.S. Senators Debbie Stabenow (MI) and Gary Peters (MI) today announced that the Stanton Township Volunteer Fire Department will receive $24,642 in federal funding for fire prevention and safety. These federal funds come from the Department of Homeland Security's Fire Prevention and Safety Grant (FP&S) Program. “Our firefighters put their lives on the line to protect our families, homes, and communities,” said Senator Stabenow. “These new resources will help keep the public safe and give our first responders the equipment they need to do their jobs more safely and ...

Michigan Career & Technical Institute graduated more than 200 students last school year

PLAINWELL — The Michigan Career and Technical Institute (MCTI) graduated 207 students during their 2020-2021 school year. The school hosted a student recognition/graduation ceremony at its campus in Plainwell on Aug. 31 to honor 64 graduating students from the summer school term. MCTI delivers in-demand training programs that provide Michiganders with disabilities the credentials they need to access competitive integrated employment and enhance independence. A portion of the summer term graduates were recognized at this week’s event (listed by county): — Allegan: Spencer Brooks, ...