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Relay for Life tops goal, may net $125,000 for Cancer Society

Posted 06/28/2002

  HOUGHTON -- Houghton's recent Relay for Life fundraiser for the American Cancer Society raised a gross amount of nearly $135,000 and may net close to $125,000 after expenses -- making it the number one fundraiser of this year's six Upper Peninsula relays. Read more and see photos of the Relay by Keweenaw Now contributor Bill Fink.

Michigan Vets honor Rep. Rich Brown

Posted 06/18/2002

  LANSING -- The Michigan American Legion recently awarded State Representative Rich Brown (D- Bessemer) a plaque for his efforts on behalf of Michigan's veterans. Brown, who opposed the Governor's Executive Order to cut nearly $1.8 Million out of Military and Veterans' Affairs programs, said the current legislative session has involved a number of important issues for veterans. more

Committee Promotes "Greener" Michigan Tech

Posted 06/15/2002

  HOUGHTON -- The "greening" of the Michigan Technological University campus is underway, thanks to the Environmental Sustainability Committee (ESC), established by MTU President Curt Tompkins in response to a student proposal. Guest columnist Kenneth Thiemann describes the group's campus recycling program and plans for other environmental initiatives such as campus energy efficiency, green building design and transportation alternatives. more

Candidate Granholm announces environmental plan for Michigan

Posted 06/11/2002

  DEARBORN -- Sounding on the themes of Woods, Water and Wildlife, Democratic gubernatorial candidate Attorney General Jennifer M. Granholm unveiled her environmental agenda on Monday, June 10. The 11-page agenda outlines Granholm's commitment to balancing environmental protection with necessary economic growth to sustain Michigan's quality of life. more

Seven-Mile Point open; volunteers needed

Posted 06/05/2002

  SEVEN MILE POINT -- Seven Mile Point is now open during certain hours of the summer. Volunteers are needed to host visitors any Saturday or Sunday from either noon to 5 p.m. or 5 p.m. to sunset. The North Woods Conservancy (NWC) Newsletter on their Web site lists Seven Mile Point summer hours, visitor guidelines, directions and an update on NWC fund raising. To volunteer, contact Jane Griffith, NWC secretary/treasurer, through the NWC Web site.

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