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Houghton researchers see slight increase in Isle Royale’s wolf population
HOUGHTON, Mich. (WLUC)—According to Michigan Technological University’s annual wolf count, the wolf population on Isle Royale is slightly increasing. The winter wolf-moose study, which began in 1958 and is the world’s longest predator-prey study, was delayed due to weather. MTU scientists and students spent seven weeks on Isle Royale surveying wolf tracks and sightings.
Kasey Koski Picked as the First Commissioned Artist with the Keweenaw National Historic Park
The Keweenaw National Historic Park announces the artist selected for the 2024 commissioned artist program. Recently the National Historic Park, the park’s Advisory Commission, and the Isle Royale and Keweenaw Parks Association announced Kasey Koski as the selected commissioned artist. Koski will work with the National Historic Park to draw attention to the Quincy Mine dry house.
L'Anse Creuse Public Schools' $330 million bond proposal shot down by voters
A $330 million bond proposal for L'Anse Creuse Public Schools was shot down by voters on Tuesday. The district asked for the multimillion-dollar bond to enhance facilities and safety.
Great Lakes Indian Fish and Wildlife Commission requests support for Buffalo Reef stamp sand removal
HOUGHTON, Mich. (WLUC) - The Great Lakes Indian Fish and Wildlife Commission (GLIFWC) is looking for support on a proposed Buffalo Reef stamp sand removal plan. Mining stamp sands are encroaching on the 22,000-foot reef and its status as spawning grounds for whitefish and trout. “The first phase would be...
Softball Recap: Payton Goldsworthy can't quite lead Lake Linden-Hubbell over Hancock
Lake Linden-Hubbell was not able to break out of their rough patch on Wednesday as the team picked up their third straight defeat. They lost 9-3 to the Hancock Bulldogs. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Lake Linden-Hubbell of the 6-2 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in June of 2023.
Softball Recap: Gogebic [Johnston/Wakefield] falls to Lake Linden-Hubbell in first game of season
Gogebic [Johnston/Wakefield] had to start their season on the road on Friday, and it wasn't the start they were hoping for. They lost 14-2 to the Lake Linden-Hubbell Lakes. Gogebic [Johnston/Wakefield] has not had much luck with Lake Linden-Hubbell recently, as the team's come up short the last eight times they've met.
Hancock Asks for Volunteers to Help Pitch in for Parks
It’s time for a little spring cleaning. Hancock asks for volunteers to pitch in for the parks and help clean up now that residents will become more active. Downtown Development Coordinator Todd Gast says that the help from residents helps to maintain the safety of playground equipment and rake-up leaves.
MTU’s ‘Tick Talk’ research calls for community involvement
HOUGHTON, Mich. (WLUC) - Michigan Tech University continues its research on tick populations in the Upper Peninsula. Researchers are asking you to bring in ticks you find on yourself, a family member or a pet. This is part of the university’s Tick Talk collection project. “Tick Talk is a...
Portage Lake Lift Bridge maintenance begins Monday
HOUGHTON AND HANCOCK, Mich. (WLUC) - The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) will be performing deck maintenance work on the US-41/M-26 Portage Lake Lift Bridge between the cities of Houghton and Hancock this week. Work will be done between the hours of 6:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. on Monday, May...
Michigan Tech hockey unveils the 2024-25 schedule
HOUGHTON, Mich. (WJMN) – The Michigan Tech hockey program announced its 2024-25 schedule on Tuesday, May 7 in conjunction with the CCHA unveiling its composite schedule. The Huskies have 34 regular-season games that include 24 CCHA games, 14 contests at the MacInnes Student Ice Arena, and 10 non-conference meetings.
White Oasis foster group home holds ribbon cutting, to open May 13
FRANKLIN TOWNSHIP, Mich. (WLUC) - A brand-new senior living facility held a ribbon-cutting ceremony and open house Friday afternoon but is not open quite yet. White Oasis is a Michigan state-licensed foster care group home located in Franklin Township. Six seniors over 70 years old will be able to live there. Private bedrooms, kitchen and living room are some of its features. 24-hour supervision by RN and staff are also included. There are also regularly scheduled meals, planned activities such as games and laundry services.
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