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Aspirus expands orthopedic services to Houghton Clinic
HOUGHTON, Mich. (WJMN) – Aspirus Health has expanded its orthopedic services to its Houghton clinic. According to a press release from Aspirus, orthopedic services cater to individuals facing musculoskeletal issues, ranging from sports injuries to joint replacement. The team of board-certified orthopedic surgeons care for all ages and provides diagnosis and treatment for both surgical […]
UP Health System - Portage to hold hiring event to fill CNA positions at PortagePointe
HANCOCK, Mich. (WLUC) - UP Health System - Portage is looking to add around 17 certified nursing assistants (CNAs) to its staff. They would be working inside PortagePointe, the hospital’s long-term, 60-bed nursing facility next door to the main hospital. “We really specialize in long-term, so when residents move...
Michigan State House approves resolution urging state park status for Houghton-Douglass Falls
Markkanen says the resolution urges the Michigan Department of Natural Resources to declare Houghton-Douglass Falls as the ‘Houghton-Douglass Falls Veterans Scenic Site,’ a unit of the McLain State Park.
Keweenaw Health Foundation director retires
HANCOCK, MI— Ed Jenich has stepped down as Executive Director of the Keweenaw Health Foundation. Jenich has become Vice President of the Board of Directors, a position he held before taking on the Executive Director role in 2014. Officials say throughout his tenure, he spearheaded numerous projects and initiatives aimed at improving healthcare services, enhancing infrastructure, and fostering community wellness.
Undergraduates to walk MTU stage this weekend
HOUGHTON, MI— Michigan Tech is holding its undergraduate spring commencement ceremony Saturday in Houghton. This year’s keynote speaker is Chang Park, President and CEO of Universal Remote Control, Inc. of New York, which he founded more than 30 years ago. The company develops remote controls and home automation products and supplies them throughout the world.
UMT gets a taste of the big city at Chicago Beefs in Houghton
HOUGHTON, Mich. (WLUC) - On this episode of Upper Michigan Today, hosts Elizabeth Peterson and Tia Trudgeon meet with Chicago Beefs owner Mike Glenn, to talk about the restaurant’s big city inspiration and what makes an authentic Italian beef sandwich so dang delicious. *Hint* It’s the Giardiniera.
Copper Shores Community Health Foundation hosts 4th annual Puppy Parade
HANCOCK, Mich. (WLUC) - Copper Shores Community Health Foundation hosted its fourth annual Puppy Parade on Thursday. Dozens of community members and their dogs met on Quincy Green and walked around Quincy Street. The event aims to bring awareness to sexual violence and provide resources for victims, as part of Sexual Assault Awareness Month.
Skipper’s Bar & Grill reopens in L’Anse under new ownership
L’ANSE, Mich. (WLUC) - The Baraga Chamber of Commerce has announced the grand reopening of Skipper’s Bar & Grill in L’Anse. According to the chamber, the restaurant opened under new ownership in the fall of 2023 and a ribbon-cutting ceremony was held on Friday to celebrate the business.
Portage Pointe Long Term Care Hosts a CNA Recruiting Event Tonight
PortagePointe Long-term Care will host a recruiting and onsite hiring event tomorrow evening. The local senior care facility connected with UPHS Portage Hospital plans to hire 17 Certified Nursing Assistants for its group of staff. The positions typically assist elders with various life needs, such as getting dressed and at mealtime. As well as help keep the facility clean and feeling like home. UPHS Portage Pointe administrator Emily Pekarske says that their positions working with older Americans give nurses a sense of fulfillment while also practicing skills in health.
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