Protecting yourself from E.E.E. in the U.P.
BARAGA COUNTY, Mich. (WBUP) — The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development confirmed the first case of Eastern Equine Encephalitis in the U.P. This…
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Keep your family safe from cyber crimes
Last year, more than 6,000 Michigan residents were victims of cyber crimes. As more residents, businesses, schools, and organizations go online during the pandemic, officials…
Suicide Prevention Walk goes virtual
MARQUETTE — COVID–19 hasn’t stopped the Marquette County Health Department from holding a walk for a noble cause. The Marquette County Suicide Prevention Walk has…
Feeding America Through Ishpeming
ISHPEMING, Mich. – Despite cold temperatures, volunteers were outside NorthIron Church for Feeding America and those who are food insecure. Volunteers filled boxes with a…
Free COVID-19 testing site announced in Houghton
HOUGHTON — The Western Upper Peninsula Health Department (WUPHD) announces that it has partnered with the Michigan National Guard to provide a free community-wide COVID-19…
Lakeview Arena to open Friday for scheduled on-ice activities
MARQUETTE — On Friday, October 2nd, Lakeview Arena will be open for athletes and their guests during scheduled on-ice activity. The building and the Parks…
Keep your home safe from water damage
As National Preparedness Month comes to an end the Michigan Department of Insurance and Financial Services wants to remind homeowners that standard homeowners insurance policies…
Local gala and awards ceremony goes virtual
Celebrate with the Greater Ishpeming-Negaunee Area Chamber of Commerce from October 5th to the 9th. The 10th anniversary will be completely virtual with the annual…
Local musician donating portion of album sales to help save Vista Theater
NEGAUNEE — Located in downtown Negaunee, the Vista Theater has been a mainstay for entertainment and the arts for nearly 100 years. When its roof…
Pasty Day at VFW 4573 in Ishpeming
ISHPEMING, Mich. (WBUP) — It was Pasty Day today at VFW 4573. The Veterans of Foreign Wars helped bring a Yooper favorite food available for…