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Funeral services are being held at noon today for Michael "Mike" Lahti, former school board member, county commissioner, state representative and long-time Copper Country businessman and developer. Mike passed away Monday of an apparent heart attack at the age of 80. In cases like this, when discussing the passing of a notable person, it's common to overstate the individual's accomplishments and contribution to the community. That's not the case with Mike. No matter how lengthy and detailed the list of what he has done and what he has meant to the Copper Country, the Upper Peninsula and ...

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The photo credit with the story of MTU commencement in Monday's Gazette, is "Courtesy of Michigan Technological University."

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On Saturday, volunteers from the Copper Country Angel Mission and the local Salvation Army,"unloaded the bus." In other words, they distributed more than 300 backpacks, loaded with school supplies to families in need. The backpacks, and other assorted school necessities, were distributed to the approximately 400 students registered for the "Stuff the Bus" effort. Earlier in the month, a large school bus was parked in front of the Houghton Walmart. Shoppers were encouraged to purchase items from lists of things needed by families in need. The is not the first time the Angel Mission has ...

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In Michigan, we are proud of our wildlife, waterways, and public lands and want to ensure that they are protected for future generations to enjoy. We celebrate our long legacy of conservation and recommit ourselves to bringing vital species back from the brink and protecting our state’s natural diversity.” Abundant wildlife viewing and hunting opportunities would not be possible without the state’s roughly 4.6 million acres of public lands. The Michigan Department of Natural Resources manages these lands to enhance habitat, monitor wildlife populations, prevent the spread of ...

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Voters in Houghton County will have the opportunity Tuesday to participate in what is described as a "fundamental right and a powerful tool in a democratic society." Tuesday is an election day, and for Houghton County residents, several important issues will be decided, putting an end to months of forums, information sessions, letters to the editor and political ads. While three millage proposals have been getting most of the attention, there are actually four measures on the ballot. Three of the four are asking for approval of millage increases while one is a renewal of previously ...

Editorial

We're at the halfway point of the month of July, which means, for all intents and purposes, we've reached the halfway point of the summer season. Let us not bemoan that summer is half over, but rather embrace all that lies ahead. And looking forward, what lies ahead is music, lots of great music. The Houghton Summer Slam concert series, organized by Good Times music, continues to draw big crowds with an eclectic collection of local performers. Next up toight is the high energy cover band Split Shyft. Still to come this summer, through Aug. 20 are evenings of jazz, country rock, ...