Hancock woman is safe after being rescued after falling into Lake Superior
HOUGHTON COUNTY — A Hancock woman is safe after being rescued Sunday when she fell into Lake Superior. Deputies from the Houghton County Sheriff’s Office…
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Water main break leaving water services shut down
ESCANABA — The City of Escanaba is alerting residents to a water main break that will cause water services to be shut off for some houses…
Michigan received loans and grants for water infrastructure
ALGER, HOUGHTON COUNTIES — Assistant to the Secretary for Rural Development Anne Hazlett today announced a historic commitment by the U.S. Department of Agriculture to upgrade…
WUPHD issues precautionary beach closure advisory for contamination
COPPER HARBOR — The Western U.P. Health Department continues to maintain a precautionary beach closure for Lighthouse Overlook Beach on Lake Superior in Copper Harbor,…
NMU installing new drinking fountains
MARQUETTE — Two months in with Northern Michigan University dealing with the water crisis on campus, they have found another solution. Over the…
Diorite customers will see water bill increase
ELY TOWNSHIP — Back when the move was made, it seemed like a good idea. Now that move is costing residents more than double what…
Beach closures still in effect
WESTERN UPPER PENINSULA — Western U.P. Health Department announced the re-opening of seven bathing beaches on Saturday when a new round of water testing indicated that…
Be safe during National Safe Boating Week
ISHPEMING — It’s finally warm enough to be able to take the boat out on the water. Sure, while it can be fun, it’s important…
Water sample results back for NMU Buildings
MARQUETTE — Last week, water samples from Northern Michigan University were tested for lead levels. Results show that each building had individual water fixtures that…
Tiny Home living for Yoopers
MARQUETTE COUNTY — Compact style homes are all the rage now with people seeking smaller vacation homes in the U.P. as well as ways to…