Editor: I am an educator and firmly believe that effective public schools that provide our students with a great education and learning opportunities are vital to sustaining a high quality of life and the economic viability of our communities. So, it troubles me a bit to write a letter to the ...

Voting NO on the Copper Shores Millage Editor: With the August 5th election drawing closer, please take some issues into consideration in regards to the Copper Shores Elder Nutrition Millage. Copper Shores was just awarded $20 million from our attorney general, add that to the approximate ...

Vote Yes for a Safe Jail I am a voter and taxpayer in Houghton County but have lived other places and have experience related to local county jails. Years ago, I was asked to work at a local jail one day a week to substitute for the usual worker. I was a little afraid to work there, my idea ...

Editor: Our 20th Annual Calumet-Keweenaw Sportsmen’s Club Kids Fishing Derby held on July 19th at the Swedetown Pond brought in a lot of kids and fish! 208 kids enjoyed catching hundreds of fish with a free hot dog lunch when the fishing ended. Prizes were awarded to the largest Bluegill, ...

Dear Editor: The Twin Lakes Volunteer Fire Department would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who attended and supported our annual Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser. Your presence and generosity made the event a great success. Your support helps us continue to serve our community ...

To the Editor, As voters in Houghton County are asked to approve a new 1-mill property tax for the Copper Shores Meals on Wheels program, we must ask ourselves a critical question: is this millage truly necessary, or is it a matter of convenience for a foundation with vast resources? I have ...