List/Grid Author Archives: Tammy
Wind testing mast installed
by Melissa Newland A new meteorological mast for the purpose of testing wind resources has been erected at 17193 High Point Road leading to Mount Arvon in L’Anse Township. This…
Spurr beaver dam failure costly, inconvenient
by Barry Drue Beavers wreaked havoc that will prove a major headache and expense. A beaver dam failed and a wall of water cut a gorge through Stagecoach Road in Spurr…
Millage would expand career tech offerings
by Nancy Besonen The future of Career & Technical Education (CTE) in area high schools now lies in the voters’ hands. The Copper Country Intermediate School District (CCISD) made…
Crowds come out for Maawanji-iding; Dancing room only at pow wow
by Nancy Besonen It was dancing room only at this past weekend’s 39th Annual Keweenaw Bay Maawanji’iding at the Ojibwa Campground in Baraga. “We had 614 dancers, 14 drums, 40…
Jamboree talent abounds
by Melissa Newland Musicians and spectators alike came out July 14-15, 2017, to enjoy the 41st annual Aura Jamboree held at the Aura Community Hall. According to Aura Hall treasurer…
Skanee fawn recovering in wildlife rehab
by Melissa Newland The time of year has come when little ones are out running about, learning how to live, learning how to survive and stay alive. In a world full…
Great Explorations loses federal funding
by Nancy Besonen Funding for Baraga and L’Anse Area Schools Great Explorations (GE) programs is running out. Baraga’s request for funding after June 30 has been denied. L’Anse’s fund will run…
Heritage at Hanka, Michigamme
Hanka–by Barry Drue-The fifth annual Heritage Day at the restored Hanka Homestead farm showcased the deep pride of the Finnish American community across the Copper Country region. And it’s…
Camp 911 imparts safety message with youth
by Barry Drue More than 20 area kids picked up a ton of safety lessons and hands-on experience at the Camp 911 program last week. The two-day event took place at…
Fest a success after move
by Barry Drue The 12th annual Baraga County Lake Trout Festival proved to be quite an affair. Weather predictions held true and a wild day was in store for the…
