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County Officials Ask for Slowing of Supply Donations Following Overwhelming Public Response

Updated: 06/26/18 @ 21:41 EDT
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Volunteers and financial donations still needed, along with certain individual items

The response to our recent flood disaster has been overwhelming, and the Copper Country cannot be thankful enough for the support that’s been received. However, as of now, volunteers have reached a point where enough normal supplies are on hand. Officials are now asking that the flow of general donations be reduced or stopped with a few exceptions. We know of several additional semi loads coming,  but we’re now asking that any additional large deliveries that are planned please be put on hold, unless the items being donated are dehumidifiers, box fans or large equipment that can be used for excavating, demolition or reconstruction. 

Volunteers are still needed. The recovery effort is transitioning from initial clean-up to the rehab and reconstruction phase, and additional volunteers are a vital part of that effort. 

To donate money, please go to coppercountrystrong.com/donate. 

On Friday at 4 p.m. the Flood Relief Supply Distribution at Dee will be closing. Those in need of supplies are asked to stop by before it closes to get what’s needed for the weekend. Next steps for the distribution center are being evaluated, and will be announced as soon as possible. 

A Tribute to Thatcher

Updated: 11/23/18 @ 16:17 EST
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Devin Kero, a Michigan Tech Hockey Player and others put together a wonderful tribute to Thatcher Markham, whose life was lost during the flood. This is a wonderful tribute to him, his family, the community, and all those from afar who have provided support.
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Disaster Case Managers Helping Flood Victims

Updated: 11/23/18 @ 16:18 EST
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If you still need help recovering from the June flood, assistance is available. The Flood Recovery Project - Copper Country, created in October, will assist Copper Country residents facing long term effects from June 2018 flooding, also locally known as the Father’s Day Flood. Marci Vivian and...
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Volunteer and Donation Center Officially Closed

Updated: 07/25/18 @ 16:31 EDT
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The Houghton County Volunteer Resource and Donation Center (located at the former JC Penny Store), which was opened in response to the June 17th flood disaster, is now officially closed. The goods that were housed there have been distributed to local charities. If any flood victims need bottled...
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Portage Health Foundation hosting information session Thursday, July 19

Updated: 07/16/18 @ 17:01 EDT
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The Portage Health Foundation has pledged financial assistance to Houghton County homeowners whose property was damaged by the Fathers Day Flood and have developed an application process (PDF) to apply for those funds. To assist homeowners with the application process and to answer general questions...
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Volunteer Need Remains Great

Updated: 07/16/18 @ 10:06 EDT
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The Volunteer Resourse Center (VRC) reports that there is still a great need for volunteers. They currently have 117 job requests on their job board and the number of volunteers has dwindled. Also, approximately half of the jobs require the use of heavy equipment such as skid steers, loaders, dump...
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PSA to residents affected by recent floods

Updated: 07/13/18 @ 12:40 EDT
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TO ALL HOUGHTON COUNTY RESIDENTS AFFECTED BY THE 2018 FLOODS This post is being distributed as a guide regarding the assistance that is available for Houghton County residents that have been affected by the recent floods. Volunteers Available - if you need assistance cleaning out the flood damaged...
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July 13 - Disaster Recovery Update

Updated: 07/13/18 @ 12:28 EDT
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Here you will find the latest updates regarding the flood recovery efforts from the Houghton County Flood on June 17, 2018. This was released on Friday, July 13 at 11 a.m. With the heavy Wednesday night/Thursday morning rains, The Houghton County Road Commission reported an additional 18 roads that...
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Keweenaw Community Foundation announces phase 1 of Request for Disaster Relief

Updated: 07/12/18 @ 15:15 EDT
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As a result of the devastating Father’s Day Flood that hit our region on Sunday, June 17th, the Keweenaw Community Foundation set in place a Disaster Relief Fund as a way for donors seeking an official conduit to contribute monetary relief efforts. It is at this time that the Board of Trustees at...
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July 11 - Disaster Recovery Update

Updated: 07/13/18 @ 12:32 EDT
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Here you will find the latest updates regarding the flood recovery efforts from the Houghton County Flood on June 17, 2018. This was released on Wednesday, July 11 at 11 a.m. Latest Post: July 13 Disaster Recovery Update The Houghton County Road Commission reports that 15 roads continue to remain...
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Application now available for Portage Health Foundation funding

Updated: 07/13/18 @ 17:12 EDT
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Portage Health Foundation
The Portage Health Foundation (PHF) announces the application for their Flood with Love initiative is now available. The fillable online application form can be found on the PHF website by going to the News and Events section along with many physical locations around Houghton County. The application...
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