HOUGHTON — 2008 was another busy year in Michigan’s fields, forests, lakes and streams. » Full Story

Last week in this column, we discussed how the Keweenaw gets more snow in the fall than the Lower Peninsula gets all winter, and how the ski hills are in full swing, and the snowmobile and... » Full Story

HOUGHTON — The Western U.P. Citizens Advisory Council met Tuesday in Houghton at the Country Inn and Suites to find out about and consider important issues facing the DNR in the coming months. » Full Story

“Here's something for you to think about,” Jim said, inviting me to pull up a stool. » Full Story

HOUGHTON — It’s been a charmed three weeks for Robert Vitton of Franklin Township.

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“It was snowing so hard, I couldn't see my bait pile 50 yards away," said Kristin Tober. » Full Story

HANCOCK TOWNSHIP — The 2008 firearm deer season is approaching the halfway point, and despite the steady snows and low pre-season expectations, some hunters have experienced succes. » Full Story

HOUGHTON — One area hunter will have a chance to collect more than just praise for their big buck, with the help of The Daily Mining Gazette’s CU Web sit. » Full Story

LAURIUM — There are no bowls of fruit here, but taxidermist Brad Fortin of Keweenaw Critters Taxidermy specializes in still life. » Full Story

HOUGHTON — A rule being prepared by the National Park Service that will make it easier for mountain bikers to gain access to national parks will not affect two of the three national park units... » Full Story