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The Danimal
“The Danimal” was probably one of the nicest people I ever knew. He was always nice to everyone and never let bullshit get in the way. He seemed to know what really mattered, and that’s something we could all learn from Dan. My Facebook post: Dan Wissman, I was always happy when our paths crossed. You had a way of making everyone feel special. I’ll never forget hanging out with you on Sammy’s porch, watching … Read entire article »
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Help Copper Harbor Get an Ambulance Garage!
Some of you are familiar with the mountain biking wonder called, “Copper Harbor.” Yes, this is Michigan’s premier mountain biking destination. It really is. If you haven’t been there, you need to go. Copper Harbor needs your help, and it’s a super simple task. They are currently working on getting the most votes in a Pepsi Refresh Project to win the money to build an ambulance garage in da Harbor. Paul’s … Read entire article »
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Copper Harbor Lighthouse
The Copper Harbor Lighthouse is one of more than 115 lighthouses that dot the coastline of Michigan’s peninsulas. Standing at the tip of the Keweenaw Peninsula, it is the state’s northernmost lighthouse along Lake Superior. The Copper Harbor light has resided in three spots over the course of the last 160 years. The original light tower was built in 1848 adjacent to the keeper’s dwelling. While the light tower no longer … Read entire article »
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And Winter Came
I came to Houghton in the middle of January to interview for an ultrasound position at the local hospital. They put me up in a hotel, I interviewed, and then I went out with a Realtor to explore the possibility of buying a home. When I asked her about where to find a good pizza, she pointed me in the direction of the Ambassador. She wasn’t kidding about the best pizza in town. I had my pizza at the Ambassador that night. As I traveled from one place to another, I took note of the snow accumulation on my Pathfinder. Every time I went outside, I had to brush 1 ½ – 2 inches of snow off my windshield. I found it quite amusing. … Read entire article »
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