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Houghton to discuss ICE access to County Property: Monday 10 am

Hello CRAGgys, Spring?!? I see ☀️! Help wanted: I will be away for a month from mid-March to mid-April. Let me know if you'd like to do a guest CRAG post during that window (or anytime). Monday, 10 am: Speak up to protect Houghton County residents from ICE! Monday,

Snowy February Thoughts

Hello CRAGgys, Stay safe as we get another dose of winter today. Yoopers against ICE in Marinesco and in favor of mental health care A township meeting in Marinesco this week addressed the threat of an ICE detention center at the Ojibway Correctional Facility. The prison closed in 2018 after

Quick Valentine's Note

Hello CRAGgys, Just a short note today. Get out and enjoy the sun, love your neighbors, friends, and family. Minneapolis Update This morning a friend sent this first-hand report of the current situation in Minneapolis. I live near downtown Minneapolis in a prosperous (mostly white) neighborhood.  ICE vehicles roam around,

ICE and CBP (and Owls)

Hello CRAGgys, Today I'm diving into the history of ICE and CBP to better understand what's going on in Minneapolis and across the country. Local ICE Scare A week ago there was a scare that ICE agents were attempting to book hotel rooms in Houghton. This

ICE, Immigration, and Owls

Hello CRAGgys, We have unconfirmed reports this morning that ICE or border patrol are trying to book hotel rooms locally. Turns out it's hard to book blocks of rooms during Winter Carnival week. Please be alert and report any activity. KI and others are coordinating on a rapid

February 2026 Calendar

Building Community in the Copper Country. buildcommunitycc@gmail.com Complied by Emma J. Interactive on-line version Sunday 2/1 * *Sunrise Service for Ukraine @ Chassell Centennial Park * *Student Discount Day @ Keweenaw CO+OP * 2026 Keweenaw Cup 8 AM @ Mont Ripley * Swedetown Winter Trails Day 12 PM @ Swedetown Trails * *Community Dance 2-5

Minnesota YES!

Hello CRAGgys, Minnesotans turned out by the thousands in frigid weather yesterday to oppose the paramilitary invasion of the Twin Cities by federal agents. They filled downtown for blocks and staged protests at the airport, where 100 praying clergy members were arrested. Minnesota On Friday some 800 businesses around the

Now: Cryptomining and AI Data Centers

Hello CRAGgys, Just a quick note with a few items this evening. Reminder tonight: the Northern Michigan Alliance for Responsible Development will present “Western U.P Intro to Cryptomining and AI Data Centers Briefing” at the Orpheum in Hancock from 7-8:45 this evening (Sunday, January 18).  The presentation will

January 2026

Hello CRAGgys, Great turnout on a snowy Saturday to show that the Copper Country stands against presidential paramilitary operations in Midwestern cities. Thank You! About 125 people spread through downtown Houghton with candles and signs, followed by a rally opposing adventurism in Venezuela at Veterans Park. Passers-by were supportive. ICE

anti-thuggary actions Saturday

Hello CRAGgys, The Copper Country is gathering in downtown Houghton for victims of ICE on Saturday at 1 pm, followed by a rally against imperialism in Venezuela at 2 pm at Veteran's Memorial Park. Registering helps the organizers: https://mobilize.us/s/Xu2iGl Please show support for local

Winding up 2025

Hello CRAGgys, Together we have reached 2026 with our ethical compass intact. Phew. That is a win in itself, but there have been many more as we build an enduring movement to build a democratic, healthy, and just world. A list of our local actions is below, but the most

January Community Calendar

Compiled by Emma J. Thursday 1/1 * Queen City Running Company Resolution Run 10 AM @ 318 Shelden Ave, Houghton * *Drop-in Knitting & Crochet 11:30 AM-1:30 PM @ Supernova Yoga, Calumet * Village of South Range 6 PM @ South Range Community Building Friday 1/2 * *Copper Country Sober Meeting 12 PM

The People Win in HoCo

Hello CRAGgys, Back to regular CRAG programming. After an overwhelming turnout by citizens, Houghton County votes down resolution "to declare that there are only two sexes." Houghton County Sex Resolution Crowds turned out both outside and inside the courthouse to express strong opinions about Resolution 25-032. It was

International Climate Negotiations

Hello CRAGgys, Thanks for your patience during my extended break, first to Canada, then to Belém, Brazil. I'm interrupting the regular CRAG programming for a report on COP30. See the end for local meeting updates. I've had the privilege of attending international climate Conference of the

Flock vote rescheduled. Again

Hello CRAGgys! A very quick note to let you know that the Hancock City Council has canceled Wednesday's meeting where they were expected to vote on FLOCK Cameras. There's no word yet whether this will be taken up again on the Nov 19th meeting. Remember to

Emma's November Calendar

November 2025 Saturday 11/1 * Basic: Free Computer & Tech Assistance 10 AM-12 PM @ PLD Library (3) * Marquette: Citizens for Peace & Justice: 11:30-12:30 @ Marquette Post Office (1) Sunday 11/2 * Sunrise Service for Ukraine @ Chassell Centennial Park * Student Discount Day @ Keweenaw CO+OP * Community Dance 2-5 PM

Happy Halloween!

Hello CRAGgys, I haven't vanished, I've just been enjoying blissfully angst-free break in Canada 🇨🇦. We spent several days in Montreal and are currently meandering home across Ontario. CRAG missives will also be scarce in mid-November when I'll be attending the international climate conference, COP30,

Copper Country says NO KINGS!

Hello CRAGgys! Copper Country united on Saturday to join the nation-wide NO KINGS protests. Thanks to the organizers and to everyone who turned out! NO KINGS Copper Country Pro-democracy forces showed up on Saturday to a rally at Bridgeview Park followed by a march that spanned across the bridge on

NO KINGS Special Issue

Hello CRAGgys, Saturday's the day! Come out to support Democracy, Free Speech, Justice, and Freedom! Put yourself on the map by registering for the Rally or Motor March. You are encouraged to wear yellow or wear a costume or wear a yellow costume! 🇺🇦 Remember, the 🇺🇦Ukrainian flag🇺🇦 is

Flock vote rescheduled

Hello CRAGgys! A very quick note to let you now that the Hancock vote on FLOCK Cameras has been rescheduled for November 5th. Remember to double check agendas before attending these meeting; they are usually posted on the web a day in advance. Schedules change. FLOCK Camera vote rescheduled * Hancock