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MTU extends president’s contract for three more years

HOUGHTON — The Michigan Technological University Board has extended President Richard Koubek’s contract by three years. Meeting in regular session Thursday, the trustees approved Koubek’s contract through the end of the 2030-2031 school year. At the meeting, the board also approved ...

New Isle Royale Heritage Alliance launched

ISLE ROYALE — National Park Service officials have announced the launch of the Isle Royale Heritage Alliance, a new effort to advance coordinated protection and improvement of Isle Royale National Park’s historic structures — approximately 90 cabins, 19 fishery buildings and four lighthouses. The alliance will be powered by volunteers, with coordination by the National Parks of Lake Superior Foundation, the designated nonprofit park partner for Lake Superior’s five national parks. “The Cultural Resources Management Plan and Wilderness Stewardship Plan for the park include a ...

US 41 bridge repairs start Monday in Houghton County

CHASSELL — Work is expected to begin Monday on repairs to the U.S. 41 bridge over the Sturgeon River in Houghton County. The Michigan Department of Transportation is investing about $536,000 in the project, which will include expansion joint replacement, deck, substructure and railing patching and crack sealing. The estimated ending date is Friday, Oct. 23. Drivers should expect one lane of alternating traffic via temporary signals. A 10-foot lane width restriction will be in place in the work zone during the project.

Chamber welcomes LongRiders Motorcycle Club as member

IRON MOUNTAIN – The Dickinson Area Chamber of Commerce recently had a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate a new member, the LongRiders Motorcycle Club. For decades, the LongRiders Motorcycle Club has been more than just a riding organization. In addition to promoting motorcycle ...

Wisconsin's appeals court reverses restoring collective bargaining

MADISON, Wis. (AP) — A Wisconsin appeals court on Wednesday restored a 2011 anti-union law that abolished collective bargaining rights, in a setback for unions and public workers. Unions are expected to appeal, sending the case to the Wisconsin Supreme Court, which is controlled by liberal ...