UPCOMING EVENTS
DATE & TIME | EVENT & LOCATION |
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Anytime | Know What You Sign - View the Online Training on Ballot Petitions from the League of Women Voters of the Copper Country |
Ongoing / Sundays | Yoopers for Ukraine Bridge March. Every Sunday at 3 PM. More info on the Yoopers for Ukraine Facebook page. |
March 11 @ 6:30 PM | Alumni & Higher Education Organizing Call by Indivisible. More info & RSVP here. |
March 11 @ 7 PM | MI 01 Congressional Candidates (Non-partisan) Forum by VNP Education Fund and Keweenaw Indivisible. More info here. |
March 11 @ 7 PM | Secretary of State Candidate Virtual Forum by MI Dems LGBT&A Caucus & MI United Action. Register here. |
March 16 @ 7 PM | LBGTQIA+ Deep Stretch Yoga benefiting Keweenaw Pridefest. More info here. |
Events featured in our newsletter can also be found on the Events Calendar on the main page of our website.
PARTY NEWS
RESOLUTIONS APPROVED AT THE SPRING CONVENTION & MONTHLY MEETING
A total of three resolutions were discussed during last Wednesday’s County Convention and the Monthly Meeting that followed. Two were adopted, and one was tabled to next month’s meeting.
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ADOPTED RESOLUTIONS
One resolution, drafted by the Washtenaw County Dems and shared with us for our consideration during the Convention, supports the American People's Compact and urges the Michigan Democratic Party to not only do the same but also communicate their endorsement to Democratic leaders throughout Michigan. (See the wording of the resolution here.)
The second adopted resolution was part of the Monthly Meeting agenda. This resolution defends the constitutional rights of all who reside in Michigan in light of recent actions by ICE, and urges specific actions to strengthen those rights be taken by the State of Michigan. (See the wording of the resolution here.)
Both resolutions will be forwarded for consideration by the Michigan Dems at the State Convention next month. The Convention also approved forwarding our resolution from last September encouraging the state to explore conversion of the Ojibway Correctional Facility to mental health care.
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TABLED RESOLUTION
A resolution forwarded by Dickinson County Dems was considered during the Convention but tabled as its intent was not clearly understood. The resolution as written appears to be meant for action by the County Board, not by the HCDP. Because of the uncertainty this resolution was tabled to the April meeting. (See the wording of the resolution here.)
SPRING FLING TICKETS NOW AVAILABLE
SATURDAY MAY 2ND, 2026 @ 5 PM
BONFIRE GRILL, HOUGHTON
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HONORING MIKE LAHTI
At this year’s Spring Fling we will be honoring Mike Lahti, whose years of service to our community is an inspiration for a lot of us. One way you can honor Mike’s legacy is by giving back to your community through serving as a Precinct Delegate, and we have some great news for anyone considering becoming a Precinct Delegate.
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EASY FILING FOR PRECINCT DELEGATE
County Clerk Jennifer Kelly has confirmed that she will bring Precinct Delegate Affidavit of Identity forms to the Spring Fling so that you can fill them out there. She’ll even notarize them for you personally at no charge. If you are unable to attend Spring Fling, you can bring the form to the Clerk’s Office in the Houghton County Building and ask for it to be notarized and submitted (also at no charge). You must complete the form by May 5. Thanks to Clerk Kelly for helping to make the first step in serving as Precinct Delegate much easier.
You can learn more about what it means to be a Precinct Delegate on our website.
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BUY ADS OR DONATE AUCTION ITEMS
Would you like to place an ad or memorial in this year’s Spring Fling program? In addition to the printed program distributed to Spring Fling attendees, new for 2026 we will also be sharing a link to an online version of the program in our newsletter. That's a lot of eyes on your message! Quarter page ads start at just $25, half page is $50, or choose a full page ad for $100. Your ad helps cover the cost of providing the printed programs.
Or maybe you have an item or service you can donate for our Silent Auction fundraiser? We’d love to hear from you! Please reach out to Events Committee Chair Nancy Verive at [email protected] to get the conversation started. THANK YOU!
Get your Spring Fling tickets online here - https://secure.actblue.com/donate/hcdp-sf26. Defying inflation, our prices remain the same as last year!!
MDP 2026 LEGACY DINNER
State Party Chair Curtis Hertel and the Michigan Democratic Party invite you to join elected leaders from across the state for the 2026 Legacy Dinner: A Celebration of Governor Whitmer. The dinner will be held the evening before the MDP 2026 Endorsement Convention — April 18th at Huntington Place in Detroit. Doors open at 4:30 PM. Tickets are available through ActBlue - click the image above to get tickets.
MDP 2026 ENDORSEMENT CONVENTION
ALL MEMBERS OF THE MICHIGAN DEMOCRATIC PARTY ARE ENCOURAGED TO ATTEND THE 2026 STATE ENDORSEMENT CONVENTION.
The 2026 Endorsement Convention for the Michigan Democratic Party (MDP) will be held Sunday, April 19th at Huntington Place in Detroit. At the convention the state Party will endorse candidates to the November General Election in the following contests: Secretary of State, Attorney General, State Supreme Court, State Board of Education, Michigan State University Board of Trustees, Wayne State University Board of Governors, and University of Michigan Board of Regents. The full MDP Call to Convention for the MDP 2026 Endorsement Convention can be found by clicking the image above.
HELP MI JOIN THE DEM WINNING STREAK IN STATE SPECIAL ELECTIONS! — SUPPORT CHEDRICK GREENE
SUPPORT CHEDRICK GREENE IN MI 38TH STATE SENATE RACE
Chedrick Greene is a highly decorated U.S. Marine and Fire Captain with a 30 year career of putting citizens before self. Now, Chedrick is running for State Senate District 35 to make life more affordable and safe in mid-Michigan, and to protect our fundamental freedoms.
The only candidate endorsed by Congresswoman Kristen McDonald Rivet, State Rep. Amos O'Neal, and labor— Chedrick has the working class experiences, leadership, and courage to win this highly competitive special election and stand up to extremists in Lansing.
As the open seat that will decide majority control, SD35 will take an all-out effort to win, and Chedrick needs you in this fight now.
COMMUNITY NEWS
EVENTS TOMORROW EVENING
Three events are vying for your attention tomorrow evening, one local and two virtual.
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MEET THE CANDIDATES FORUM (MI-01)
Locally, Keweenaw Indivisible and the Voters Not Politicians Education Fund are hosting a non-partisan Meet the Candidates Forum for the US House race here in Michigan’s First Congressional District. While not all candidates will appear, the organizers have lined up Democratic, Republican and Independent candidates for the event at the Hancock Community Pub tomorrow evening at 7 PM.
The incumbent Jack Bergman will not appear because Jack never appears for questioning in front of his constituents. On the Democratic side Callie Barr has a scheduling conflict but candidates Kyle Blomquist and Wayne Stiles are both expected to attend.
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VIRTUAL FORUM - SECRETARY OF STATE CANDIDATE FORUM
The LGBT & Allies Caucus of the Michigan Democratic Party and Michigan United Action are hosting a virtual Secretary of State Candidate Forum on Zoom starting at 7 PM tomorrow evening. The list of candidates scheduled to attend includes Barb Byrum, Garlin Gilchrist, and Suzy Shkreli. You can register for the Forum on Zoom at the link in the Upcoming Events listing at the top of the newsletter. At this time it is not clear whether the forum will be recorded for later viewing.
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ALUMNI AND HIGHER EDUCATION ORGANIZING CALL
Finally, at 6:30 PM tomorrow evening, the nationwide Indivisible together with Stand For Campus Freedom, the Emergency Campaign to Support Higher Education, and other partners is hosting the Alumni and Higher Education Organizing Call. This event is focused on ICE enforcement on campuses. From the organizers: “Everyone has a role to play in ensuring colleges and their communities are safe from ICE. This call is specifically meant for folks who may not have a presence on campus — including alumni, concerned neighbors, and loved ones of someone on campus — but anyone is welcome to attend and take action.” Sign up through Mobilize to attend, using the link in the Events Listing at the top of the newsletter.
NO THRONES, NO CROWNS, NO KINGS
NO KINGS IN THE COPPER COUNTRY 3.0
Keweenaw Indivisible, the organizers of the local event have announced they are having a potluck and poster-making party next Tuesday in preparation for the No Kings rally and march.
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POTLUCK & POSTER PARTY:
When: Tuesday, March 17th, 2026 from 6–8 PM
Where: Keweenaw Unitarian Universalist Fellowship (KUUF), 604 Bridge St. in Houghton
What to bring: Bring a dish to share if you're able, or simply come enjoy a meal. Bring your creativity and poster ideas. We'll provide materials. You're welcome to bring markers or poster board, but please, no paint
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NO KINGS IN THE COPPER COUNTRY 3.0
From Keweenaw Indivisible, the organizers of the local event:
We have the power and are claiming it together. No Thrones. No Crowns. No Kings.
What began in 2025 as a single day of defiance has become a sustained national resistance to tyranny, spreading from small towns to city centers and across every community determined to defend democracy. Our peaceful movement is bigger than ever.
When our families are under attack and costs are pushing people to the brink, silence is not an option. We will defend ourselves and our communities against this administration’s unjust and cruel acts of violence.
On March 28th, rise up, take to the streets, and say it loud: no thrones, no crowns, no kings. We’re not watching history happen—we’re making it. Join us.
A core principle behind all No Kings events is a commitment to nonviolent action. We expect all participants to seek to de-escalate any potential confrontation with those who disagree with our values and to act lawfully at these events. Weapons of any kind, including those legally permitted, should not be brought to events.
NEWS BRIEFS
IN MICHIGAN
FLOCK CAMERAS FINALLY GETTING LEGISLATIVE ATTENTION: The state government would regulate the use of Flock cameras, and other license plate tracking cameras, under a bill being proposed by a bipartisan group of state legislators. MORE: Bridge Michigan
NEW DATA CENTERS MAY BE PUT ON HOLD: Bills introduced in Lansing last week would halt construction on new data centers for at least a year. MORE: MLive
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NATIONWIDE
ANOTHER FALLEN AMERICAN & TRUMP’S DISRESPECT: The American military confirmed on Sunday that a seventh service member has died in the Trump war with Iran. Meanwhile, Trump himself was under heavy criticism in some quarters for disrespecting fallen American service members on their return to the United States. MORE: NY Times and Daily Beast
TRUMP THREATENS CONGRESS ON SAVE ACT: On Sunday Trump threatened to withhold his approval for any legislation until Congress passes the Save America Act. That’s the voter suppression bill that is this year’s successor to the SAVE Act. The House has already passed the bill, but it is currently going nowhere in the Senate. Passage in the Senate would likely require loosening that body’s filibuster rules, which Republican Leader John Thune has resisted. MORE: Reuters
LOCAL GOVERNMENT MEETINGS
TUE MAR 10
This month's regular meeting of the Houghton County Board of Commissioners is tonight at 6 PM in the Conference Room on the fifth floor of the Houghton County Courthouse. Find more information on the Board's webpage (find the Microsoft Teams virtual meeting info in the Agenda).
WED MAR 11
The Houghton City Council meets at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday. The Meeting Agenda is typically posted ahead of the meeting in the Searchable Document Center of the Council's website.
A FULL LISTING OF ALL LOCAL CITY, VILLAGE AND TOWNSHIP GOVERNMENTS, WITH CONTACT INFORMATION, AND (WHERE AVAILABLE) TIMING OF LOCAL COUNCIL MEETINGS CAN BE FOUND ON OUR WEBSITE.
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