ADAMS TOWNSHIP — Restoration and preservation efforts continue at the former Champion Mining Company’s No. 4 Shaft complex in Painesdale. Now under the care of Painesdale Mine & Shaft, Inc. (PM&S), the past couple of years have seen impressive work. The organization’s projects ...

HANCOCK — Copper Shores’ submission deadline for recreational project concepts and grant opportunities is fast approaching. Concept submissions are due on Aug. 22 for current or future projects which promote community engagement, recreation and personal wellness. Eligible applicants ...

ESCANABA — The Delta County Board of Commissioners bucked a recent trend of counties passing resolutions for expanded Amtrack service into the Upper Peninsula, citing statements purportedly made by the railroad indicating it would never happen. “I put this on the agenda. … I’m not ...

Former Michigan House Speaker Joe Tate of Detroit announced today that he is stepping out of the race to become the state’s next U.S. senator, adding that he’ll support whomever becomes the Democratic Party nominee. Tate announced his exit from the race in a news release Friday. The ...

HANCOCK — In just two week's time, the Hancock Trails Club fundraiser has ended ... in success. The effort surpassed the $50,000 goal to build Creekside Trailhead and Bike Park at the Hancock Recreation Area. The fundraiser raised $59,440 in total, and in meeting the $50,000 target, the club ...

CALUMET – A long anticipated ribbon cutting ceremony took place on Fifth Street Thursday, celebrating the opening of the recently completed Green Space Park, a gathering space in downtown Calumet. During the ceremony, Village Manager Megan Haselden thanked Leah Polzein, executive director of ...