⚖️ #HoughtonCounty | Kempainen Sentenced in Grandfather's Death Jacob Kempainen will serve a minimum of 15 years in state prison for his involvement in the 2023 death of his grandfather, Alvin.

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If you have any information about this incident or the individuals involved, please contact local authorities. The vehicle had a Michigan license plate mounted only on the rear, with “Copper Country Ford” printed above it. The plate number has already been reported.

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Houghton County board approves 0.3268‑mill operating increase, sets 2023 millage at 6.2220 Following a Truth in Taxation hearing, the Houghton County Board voted unanimously to increase the county operating millage by 0.3268 mills, setting a total 2023 rate of 6.2220 mills and projecting about $375,228 in additional operating revenue.

Houghton County just approved a millage increase, promising an additional $375,228 in operating revenue for 2023—what does this mean for taxpayers?

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Houghton County approves large TCPD payments, forms ad hoc committee amid audit request The Houghton County Board of Commissioners voted May 29 to authorize multiple payments to Tri County Public Defenders, appoint an ad hoc committee to review the TCPD contract after MDIC requested records back to 2018, and retain a consultant to prepare financial reports.

Houghton County is taking decisive action to stabilize public defense services by approving significant payments and forming an ad hoc committee amidst a crucial financial audit.

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Houghton County board approves $1.42 million in bills, routine appropriations and local purchases At its Aug. 15 meeting the Houghton County Board approved payment of $1,419,057.13 in bills, adopted routine regional dues and funding allocations, and approved marina purchases and two housing purchases from CDBG funds. Several board members were assigned follow-up tasks on county properties.

The Houghton County Board just approved a whopping $1.42 million in bills and local purchases to keep operations running smoothly—find out what this means for the community!

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Houghton County approves resolution to put $32M justice center millage on Aug. 5 ballot The Houghton County Board approved Resolution #25-007 to place a 1.60-mill, 30-year request for a $32 million justice center on the Aug. 5, 2025 ballot, passing 4-1 with Commissioner Joel Keranen opposed. Commissioners discussed bed counts, term lengths and projected millage rates.

Houghton County is gearing up for a pivotal vote on a $32 million justice center, with a proposed millage set to hit the ballot on August 5, 2025!

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Houghton County Board accepts FY23 audit, approves contracts and ARPA‑funded jail study At its Oct. 15 meeting the Houghton County Board accepted the FY23 audit (noting a $1.5M General Fund increase), authorized multiple contracts including a $47,000 MSU Extension agreement and up to $47,000 in ARPA funds for a jail master‑plan study, and approved emergency communications and equipment purchases.

The Houghton County Board has made significant moves by accepting a $1.5M audit increase and green-lighting crucial contracts, including a $47,000 jail study funded by ARPA.

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Houghton County commissioners approve deficit plans, wedding fee hike and public-safety radios; discuss drain maintenance after spring flooding At its May 9 meeting, the Houghton County Board of Commissioners adopted deficit-elimination resolutions for airport, solid-waste and treatment-court funds, raised the clerk’s wedding ceremony fee to $50, approved purchases of radios for first responders and discussed creating county drains to reduce future flood damage.

Houghton County is taking decisive action to stabilize finances while enhancing public safety and infrastructure following recent flooding—are you curious about the changes?

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Houghton County commissioners adopt resolution opposing proposed statewide septic inspections The board unanimously approved Resolution #23-14 opposing proposed statewide septic-code bills that would require five-year inspections, citing costs to property owners and burdens on local health departments; the resolution will be forwarded to state legislators and neighboring counties.

Houghton County is taking a stand against costly statewide septic inspections that could burden residents and local health departments!

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Houghton County authorizes participation in Teva, Allergan, CVS and Walmart opioid settlements By unanimous vote, the Houghton County Board of Commissioners authorized participation agreements for national opioid settlements with Teva, Allergan, CVS and Walmart and approved pursuing a 50/50 allocation method between participating local governments and the State of Michigan.

Houghton County has taken a major step in the fight against the opioid crisis by unanimously approving participation in multi-billion dollar settlements with top pharmaceutical companies.

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Update: US-41 now closed between Store Street and Lake Annie Road in #HoughtonCounty due to whiteout conditions. mdotjboss.state.mi.us/MiDrive/map?...

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Alert: US-41 is closed in each direction between Airport Park Road and Gorton Road in #HoughtonCounty due to whiteout conditions. mdotjboss.state.mi.us/MiDrive/map?...

The shady stuff & coverups go deep.
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Orange Road Work Ahead sign.

M-203 culvert replacement in #HoughtonCounty starts July 7 www.michigan.gov/mdot/news-ou...