Ontonagon Herald

06/02/2026

Honoring the Legacy of Native American Indians and Raising Awareness for MMIW.
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06/02/2026

Thank you to Kori Roger's for volunteering and cleaning the clubhouse while Wyatt Allen, Chad Brown, Mike Sasse and I cleaned the groomer barns. Thanks to Chad for helping to finish the tools inventory. Check out the attached picture.
A special thank you and shoutout to Barry and his staff at Auto Value in Ontonagon for their generous donation of shelving for use in the groomer barn.

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06/02/2026

The Gogebic-Ontonagon Intermediate School District (GOISD) seeks a collaborative, student-focused educational leader to serve as Principal of Center-Based Special Education Programs.

This full-time administrative role offers a unique opportunity to shape and lead programs that support students with significant disabilities across our region.

Interested individuals should submit materials, including, at a minimum, a resume, three letters of recommendation, copies of professional licenses, and transcripts to:
Shelby Walters Executive Assistant to the Superintendent
Gogebic-Ontonagon Intermediate School District
200 South Elm Street
PO Box 20
Ewen, Michigan 49925

Electronic submissions can be emailed to :

Attn: Shelby Walters
Email: [email protected]

Questions regarding this position may be directed to:

Heidi Lauzon, Director of Special Education at:
Email: [email protected]
Call: 906-575-3438, ext 300.

Applications will be expeditiously reviewed, and interviews will be scheduled continuously until a suitable candidate is selected.

Applicants are encouraged to submit their materials as soon as possible.

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06/02/2026

🌲 KNOW OUR AREA: THE KONTEKA – A WESTERN U.P. ICON 🌲

For more than 70 years, the Konteka has been a landmark in White Pine and a destination for visitors exploring Michigan's Western Upper Peninsula.

The story begins in 1955, during the height of White Pine's copper mining boom. As the White Pine Mine began production and families poured into the area, the community needed a place to gather. The Konteka was built to be just that. Designed by renowned Michigan architect Alden B. Dow, it quickly became the social center of town, offering lodging, dining, entertainment, and services all under one roof.

In those early years, White Pine was a thriving mining community filled with opportunity and optimism. Mine workers, local families, and visitors alike gathered at the Konteka for meals, celebrations, bowling leagues, and community events. It wasn't just a business—it became part of the fabric of everyday life.

When the White Pine Mine closed in 1995, much of the town changed. Like many Upper Peninsula mining communities, White Pine faced challenges as its primary industry disappeared. Yet through it all, the Konteka remained.

Today, the Konteka continues to be one of the Western U.P.'s most unique destinations. Visitors come from across the Midwest to enjoy comfortable lodging, great food, a welcoming atmosphere, direct access to snowmobile and ATV trails, and one of the area's most famous attractions—watching wild black bears from the dining room windows.

While many businesses have come and gone over the decades, the Konteka has stood the test of time. It remains a living connection to White Pine's mining heritage while continuing to create new memories for generations of travelers.

Whether you're stopping in after a ride through the trails, exploring the Porcupine Mountains, or simply looking for a true Upper Peninsula experience, the Konteka continues to showcase the hospitality, history, and character that make Michigan's Western U.P. such a special place.

Have a favorite Konteka memory? Share it with us below!

https://www.thekonteka.com/

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