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HANCOCK — Through a mix of financial help both big and small, the Ryan Street Community Garden will stay open for public use. The Hancock City Council appro
gjaehnig@mininggazette.com HANCOCK — The city of Hancock has been awarded a $2.7 million grant from Economic Development Administration (EDA), to provide flood resilient infrastructure for a new a business and technology park that will house technology and technology-driven light manufacturing businesses. According to a release from Gov. Gretchen Whimter’s office, the project will attract technological businesses through creation of an industrial park, stimulating the local economy. The project also invests in drainage infrastructure, preparing Hancock for future floods and making the co...
HANCOCK — The first of 13 vacant lots at Spruce Haven has sold. The Hancock City Council approved a purchase agreement for Spruce Haven’s Lot 1 for $20,500 at its meeting Wednesday, down $500 from the initial asking price. The subdivision is located near the UP Health System — Portage hospital. The city hired realtor Kristine Weidner to sell the parcels at its March 3 meeting. An offer has already been made on another of the parcels, City Manager Mary Babcock said at the meeting. “It’s great to see some movement up in that subdivision, so we’re definitely looking forward to bu...