Serving Gogebic, Iron and Ontonagon Counties
Serving Gogebic, Iron and Ontonagon Counties
COPPER PEAK President Bob Jacquart signs paperwork as, clockwise from left, Michigan Senator Ed McBroom, FIS Ski Jump Race Director Sandro Bertile, Copper Peak Vice-President Jim Durkee, President of ECI Robb Johnson and State Representative Greg Markkanen witness on Tuesday at the Copper Peak Ski Chalet.
By MEGAN HUGHES
IRONWOOD - Copper Peak, once home to the world's largest ski-flying hill, is poised to take a monumental step forward in its long-awaited revitalization.
On Tuesday, Copper Peak hosted a public contract-signing ceremony, marking the official start of Phase 1 construction to modernize the iconic ski jump.
The announcement was made via an Aug. 29 press release.
"The signing event at the Copper Peak Chalet represents a triumph of community spirit and perseverance," stated the release. "For over a decade, a dedicated team of volunteers has worked tirelessly...
