Colin Jackson
Multimedia Journalist (MMJ)
Marquette, MI
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Colin Jackson was born in Marquette in 1998, and grew up in L’Anse before moving to Houghton, attending Houghton Public Schools until his graduation in 2016. He attended two years at Gogebic Community College, and transferred to take classes for two more years at Northern Michigan University. He earned his Bachelors in 2020, majoring in History and minoring in English. Having lived in the Upper Peninsula all his life, he is very familiar with the area and loves its vast wilderness. He enjoys swimming, cooking, and writing stories, the latter which helped catch his interest in joining TV6.
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The first U.P Dark Park opened in the Keweenaw, operated from the Keweenaw Mountain Lodge near Copper Harbor, and offers views of the night sky free of light pollution.
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The Guardians of the Keweenaw group in Stanton and Adams Township caution against the construction of wind turbines due to potential scenic pollution that could be caused to the area.
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The Juhannus Mid-Summer Festival Begins, starting tonight at an opening ceremony at the Finish Heritage Center and ending with a traditional bonfire at Agate Beach in Toivola this Saturday.
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The Keweenaw CAPE organization begins its new summer youth program at the Finlandia Hall in Hancock, offering a wide range of activities including art classes and bike maintenance.
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The Portage Lake Lift Bridge is now a National Landmark after a dedication ceremony by the American Society of Civil Engineers.
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Visit Keweenaw awards Copper Country Organization's development projects through grants that were applied for in March.
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Baby E's BBQ restaurant is closing after 4 years of business after being severely affected by COVID-19-related factors.
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The investments are being made through the Healthy Food Financing Initiative (HFFI), which helps bring grocery stores and other healthy food retailers to underserved urban and rural communities.
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A duo of 6th Graders from Washington High School in Calumet wins a statewide flight competition hosted by the Women of Aerospace Industry Association of Michigan with over 20 teams participating.
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After a two-year hiatus due to COVID-19, the Thatcher Memorial Run returns with this year's Bridgefest in Houghton and Hancock.
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Chassell is preparing to hold its 74th annual Strawberry Festival at the start of July, with plenty of old favorites and a few returning events that were canceled the previous year due to COVID-19.
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A new therapy dog, a 4-month-old poodle named Paavo, will be interacting with students of Adams Township Schools starting this upcoming school year.
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UP First Responders are being negatively affected by rising gas prices, cutting into budgets, and preventing supplies and equipment from arriving due to high shipping costs.
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Chassell's new fully-fledged Farmers Market enters its second week, with dozens of dedicated members ready to participate all summer-long.
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Volunteers organize a Fire Hydrant Painting event in Hancock to lend a hand to local firefighters for their years of service.
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The Houghton Elementary School held its annual Field Day this Tuesday with a variety of activities including relay races, dodgeball and a water balloon fight.
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The Keweenaw Waters Resort has begun construction of 28 cabins and 79 hook-up lots at their location on Canal Rd, along the edge of the Portage Canal.
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It's Great Outdoors Month in the U.P. and there are numerous ways and benefits to enjoy the wilderness such as biking, hiking, and fishing.
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The Sundae in the Park officially opened in Mohawk in a ribbon-cutting ceremony, followed by an open house later in the afternoon.
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Washington Middle School 6th grade students showcase their work in the LSSI program over the course of the past school year to family and members of the community.
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The Keweenaw Learning Center, a tutoring business for middle and high schoolers, was declared open today in a ribbon-cutting ceremony.
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The pier project, parking deck plans and SmartZone work were discussed.
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Since February, Hancock High School Students have been constructing a gazebo for a local community park. Today, they have set it up in Klondike Park in Hancock.
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South Range opens its very first Summer Farmers Market, joining numerous other towns in a market schedule running throughout the summer.
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Plans for buying a Sharon Ave. church site are on hold because construction on the church’s new building is stalled.
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The city of Houghton, the Houghton Police Department, and the Coast Guard are preparing a safety plan for disembarking passengers off of the incoming cruise ship arriving this Wednesday.
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The Portage Lake Lift Bridge is testing out new lifting regulations to try and curb summer traffic between Houghton and Hancock. They will be in place until September 6th.
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The Hancock Public Schools Board of Education voted Friday to start proceedings to search for appropriate candidates for a School Resource Officer as additional security.
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Hiriam White, a Civil War Veteran, died in Kenton and his grave has been honored for over 100 years by the township. However, there was a lack of evidence to completely confirm that he was buried there. However, an investigation discovered the necessary evidence to prove it. His grave has now been officially recognized.
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A year after the tragedy, Calumet is beginning to pick up the pieces and prepare to repurpose the site for a future undecided construction project.
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The GTSAC held an online ceremony to award individuals in the state for their commitment to upholding traffic safety in their respective areas.
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Yoopers for Ukraine are holding an art fundraiser at the Rozsa Center on May 26th, running from 6 PM until 10 PM.
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The First Responder Training and Grant Program has awarded 5 million dollars across 60 Michigan communities, including the Keweenaw County Sheriff's Department and the Laurium Village Police.
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May is National Biking Safety Month, and some experienced insiders from across Houghton County share advice for newcomers to the scene. This includes good preparation habits, proper clothing and gear, and pacing of growth.
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Houghton County is preparing for the first Bridgefest since its two-year hiatus as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, with many old and new activities instore.
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Finnish representatives meet with officials from across Houghton county to discuss the ongoing relationship between Finland and the UP, following a delay in relations due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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The Portage Lake Lift Bridge is currently under construction and maintenance, entering one of the last phases of the two-year-long project.
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Houghton and Hancock high schools are preparing for their student's graduations in a less-COVID effected world, though changes from during that time are still being implemented.
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For the second year in a row, the Calumet-Laurium-Keweenaw School has been recognized by the 'Capturing Kids Hearts' program for its its healthy relationships between teachers/staff and students.
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Farmers markets in Houghton, Hancock, and Calumet collaborate in the '"From the Ground Farmers Market Collective" in order to bring more naturally-made goods to their respective communities.
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The group ‘Yoopers for Ukraine’ held their ‘Unvictory Day’ event in Houghton's Veterans Park.
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The Keweenaw Co-op is looking to achieve a $1 million goal in order to finance the construction of its new building in downtown Hancock.
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The Viking Octantis, a research cruise liner, is coming to Houghton in June for a one-day and to allow its passengers to explore the area.
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The Knights of Columbus and Casa Calabria are using Italian cuisine in a fundraiser to help provide relief for those impacted by the situation in Ukraine.
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A UP native counselor is assisting families dealing with grief and loss.
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Diaper Marquette County is holding a diaper drive this month, there are six drop-off locations throughout Marquette County