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Courthouse Closure

THE HOUGHTON COUNTY COURTHOUSE OFFICES WILL BE CLOSED JANUARY 23, 2026 DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER

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SHARON AVENUE PROPERTY AND CURRENT JAIL COMMITTEE MEETING

SHARON AVENUE PROPERTY USE COMMITTEE MEETING The Sharon Avenue Property Use Committee meeting ...

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May 7, 2026 Canvassing Meeting

HOUGHTON COUNTY BOARD OF CANVASSERS WILL BE MEETING: Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. ...

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About Houghton County

Houghton County is located on the Keweenaw Peninsula in Michigan's Upper Peninsula. Bordered to the east and west by Lake Superior, and with over 900 miles of rivers and streams, 139 inland lakes and miles of motorized and non-motorized recreation trails, Houghton County is a year-round recreational playground.

Also home to Michigan Technological University, Houghton County offers a wealth of diverse opportunities and activities.

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