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59th GLI back at Van Andel Arena in late December

HOUGHTON — The 59th annual Great Lakes Invitational will take place on Dec. 28-29, 2025, at Van Andel Arena in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Michigan Tech, Michigan State, Ferris State, and Miami will compete for the MacInnes Cup. Michigan Tech and Miami will meet in the first semifinal on ...

Lakes softball gets to regional title game

ISHPEMING — After winning their first MHSAA district championship in school history, the Lake Linden-Hubbell softball team looked to also to bring their first regional trophy back to Houghton County. In convincing fashion, the Lakes defeated Superior Central (21-5), 15-4, in six innings in ...

Coldwell Banker opens Twilight League season with win over Northern Driveline

STANTON — Coldwell Banker Craig Heinonen opened the 2025 Twilight League baseball season on Thursday with a 4-1 win over Northern Driveline in Stanton. In the eyes of Coldwell's player-coach Ross Kinnunen, it was a complete-game win and a great way to start the year. “We were going on all ...

Registration still open for the Shine the Light 5K

HANCOCK — The Keweenaw Community Foundation (KCF) reminds community members that now is the time to register for the 5K at the Shine the Light 4 Healthy Minds: Keweenaw 5K and Public Safety Day, happening Saturday, July 12, at Mohawk Park. Register by June 15 to guarantee your race ...

Ploe makes a lifetime memory

Connor Ploe made his first career hole-in-one on Saturday at Wyandotte Hills in Twin Lakes while playing with a group of his friends. He accomplished the feat on the third hole.

Laux ready for his next challenge

Houghton forward Lane Laux (middle) has committed to play for Gogebic Community College this fall. He is joined by Gremlins coach Jared Lawson (left) and his mother, Cheri Laux. (Photo provided)