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Learn about proposed Michigamme Highlands conservation project; reserve your spot on property tour
Press Release Michigan DNR 6/29/23 Press Release Michigan DNR 6/29/23

Learn about proposed Michigamme Highlands conservation project; reserve your spot on property tour

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources is working with the current landowner, Lyme Great Lakes Timberlands, to potentially protect this area through a working forest conservation easement.

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U.P. weekly fishing report
Press Release Michigan DNR 6/29/23 Press Release Michigan DNR 6/29/23

U.P. weekly fishing report

All anglers 17 years of age and older are required to have a fishing license.

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EGLE seeks grant applications related to water conservation best practices
Press Release, Grant Opportunity EGLE 6/29/23 Press Release, Grant Opportunity EGLE 6/29/23

EGLE seeks grant applications related to water conservation best practices

Eligible to apply are for-profit and nonprofit entities; educational institutions; and federal, state, tribal, and local units of government. Individuals are not eligible.

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AG Nessel alerts residents about a new debt collection scam
Press Release Office of the Attorney General 6/29/23 Press Release Office of the Attorney General 6/29/23

AG Nessel alerts residents about a new debt collection scam

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel is alerting Michigan residents about fraudulent letters directed to workers and businesses.

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Michigan air quality impacted by smoke and fires this week
Press Release MDHHS 6/27/23 Press Release MDHHS 6/27/23

Michigan air quality impacted by smoke and fires this week

MDHHS offers advice to protect health during smoke events

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Copper Shores names 2023 Recreation and Facilities Grant recipients
Press Release Copper Shores Community Health Foundation 6/27/23 Press Release Copper Shores Community Health Foundation 6/27/23

Copper Shores names 2023 Recreation and Facilities Grant recipients

Copper Shores Community Health Foundation has awarded four grants to institutions in response to its Community Recreation and Facilities Request for Proposals that was released in January 2023.

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Wild Ones yard signs, window clings available
Keweenaw Wild Ones 6/24/23 Keweenaw Wild Ones 6/24/23

Wild Ones yard signs, window clings available

The Keweenaw Chapter of Wild Ones is offering yard signs and window clings, both promoting gardening with native plants.

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The Right Way: A Guide to Visiting the Keweenaw’s Montreal Falls
Press Release Visit Keweenaw 6/22/23 Press Release Visit Keweenaw 6/22/23

The Right Way: A Guide to Visiting the Keweenaw’s Montreal Falls

Montreal Falls, unspoiled by tourist crowds and a little rugged, lies off the beaten path.

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U.P. weekly fishing report
Press Release Michigan DNR 6/22/23 Press Release Michigan DNR 6/22/23

U.P. weekly fishing report

All anglers 17 years of age and older are required to have a fishing license.

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Local food the focus of $1.25 million grant to Copper Shores
Press Release Copper Shores Community Health Foundation 6/21/23 Press Release Copper Shores Community Health Foundation 6/21/23

Local food the focus of $1.25 million grant to Copper Shores

Copper Shores Community Health Foundation is excited to announce a $1,289,510 grant for Copper Shores Meals on Wheels programming.

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Applications open for 2023 non-traditional scholarship opportunity
Scholarships, Press Release Copper Shores Community Health Foundation 6/20/23 Scholarships, Press Release Copper Shores Community Health Foundation 6/20/23

Applications open for 2023 non-traditional scholarship opportunity

Copper Shores will award three $2,000 scholarships to individuals from Baraga, Houghton, Keweenaw and Ontonagon counties wishing to pursue post-secondary education.

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Painesdale Mine & Shaft officially recognized as Keweenaw Heritage Site
Press Release Visit Keweenaw 6/20/23 Press Release Visit Keweenaw 6/20/23

Painesdale Mine & Shaft officially recognized as Keweenaw Heritage Site

The powerful hoist house at the Painesdale site ran much later than other mines and was used by Adams Township to access lower levels.

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Main Street Calumet announces world’s first Pasty Art Prize Competition
Press Release Visit Keweenaw 6/14/23 Press Release Visit Keweenaw 6/14/23

Main Street Calumet announces world’s first Pasty Art Prize Competition

Artists from across the Upper Peninsula have an opportunity to submit pasty-themed artwork. The pieces and installations will be displayed in local Calumet businesses.

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Senior Project Fresh Coupons Available in June
Press Release Multiple Authors 6/14/23 Press Release Multiple Authors 6/14/23

Senior Project Fresh Coupons Available in June

Any senior who is at least 60 years of age living in Houghton or Keweenaw County and meets specific income requirements may be eligible for Senior Project Fresh coupons.

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Keweenaw Area Community Foundation Announces the Ken “Bergy” Liimatta Hockey Scholarship Fund
Scholarships, Press Release Keweenaw Community Foundation 6/14/23 Scholarships, Press Release Keweenaw Community Foundation 6/14/23

Keweenaw Area Community Foundation Announces the Ken “Bergy” Liimatta Hockey Scholarship Fund

This new fund will help provide children in the Calumet-Laurium-Keweenaw region with the opportunity to learn how to skate and to participate in the local hockey club, regardless of their household financial situation.

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Deer regulations approved for 2023-2025 hunting seasons
Press Release Michigan DNR 6/14/23 Press Release Michigan DNR 6/14/23

Deer regulations approved for 2023-2025 hunting seasons

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources and the commission approved the regularly scheduled three-year duration of deer regulations, which will be in effect for the 2023, 2024 and 2025 hunting seasons.

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Canal Run Gives Back program selects 31 Backpacks as 2023 recipient
Press Release Visit Keweenaw 6/14/23 Press Release Visit Keweenaw 6/14/23

Canal Run Gives Back program selects 31 Backpacks as 2023 recipient

31 Backpacks provides over 3,000 meals, almost 1,000 servings of fruits and almost 900 snacks weekly to Copper Country children.

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U.P. weekly fishing report
Press Release Michigan DNR 6/14/23 Press Release Michigan DNR 6/14/23

U.P. weekly fishing report

All anglers 17 years of age and older are required to have a fishing license.

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Don’t miss your chance to learn about, comment on DNR state land review recommendations
Press Release Joshua Vissers 6/14/23 Press Release Joshua Vissers 6/14/23

Don’t miss your chance to learn about, comment on DNR state land review recommendations

Baraga, Benzie, Clare, Clinton, Genesee, Ionia, Manistee, Mecosta, Newaygo, Shiawassee and Wayne – if you spend time hunting, fishing, hiking, camping, birding or otherwise enjoying the outdoors on public lands in any of these counties, the DNR wants to hear from you!

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Bogan Health Administration Scholarship released for 2023 applicants
Press Release, Scholarships Portage Health Foundation 6/13/23 Press Release, Scholarships Portage Health Foundation 6/13/23

Bogan Health Administration Scholarship released for 2023 applicants

Funding for this scholarship has been made possible by PHF in honor of James Bogan, MBA, FACHE. Bogan was the longtime CEO of Portage Health.

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