Category Archives: News

Whitmer, Gilchrist Sworn In As Governor, Lt. Governor
Gretchen Whitmer has been sworn in as Michigan's new governor. She took the oath of office as Michigan's 49th governor in Lansing on Tuesday, along with Lieutenant Governor Garlin Gilchrist, Secretary...
Jack Hall Jan 01, 2019

Some Michigan Lottery Winners Need To Show ID
Beginning Jan. 1, Michigan Lottery players who win prizes of more than $600 must present valid government issued photo identification and a valid Social Security card to claim their prize. The player'...
Jack Hall Jan 01, 2019

Lake Superior State Releases Banished Words List
The wordsmiths at Lake Superior State University have released LSSU's 44th annual List of Words Banished from the Queen's English for Mis-use, Over-use and General Uselessness. "We grapple, litigate, ...
Jack Hall Dec 31, 2018

Ontonagon Man Dies After Crashing Into Plow
An Ontonagon County deputy was dispatched to a two vehicle personal injury accident at 8:09 pm Saturday on M 64 near Stroud Road. Local Three News reports that an Ontonagon County Road Commission 2018...
Jack Hall Dec 31, 2018

Whitmer Announces More Executive Office Staff Members
Governor-elect Gretchen Whitmer on Monday announced additional members of the Executive Office, including Legislative Director, Policy Director, and Press Secretary. "This team is committed to providi...
Jack Hall Dec 31, 2018

Valley Med Flight Honors Employees Mulford, Burton
Highlighting achievements in air medical transport safety and quality, Valley Med Flight has recognized two Upper Peninsula staff members as Employees of the Year." Valley Med Flight employs more than...
Jack Hall Dec 31, 2018

Marquette To Ring In New Year With 30th Ball Drop
Gather with family and friends to ring in 2019 at the 30th annual New Year's Eve ball drop in Downtown Marquette on Monday, December 31, 2018. Share in this true Marquette tradition and join in the co...
Jack Hall Dec 31, 2018

Escanaba To Ring In New Year With Fireworks Show
CLICK TO HEAR JACK HALL'S INTERVIEW WITH KIM PETERSON, REC DIRECTOR The City of Escanaba will ring in 2019 Monday night with a fireworks display in the Municipal Dock area. Escanaba Recreation Directo...
Jack Hall Dec 31, 2018

Free Taxi, Bus 'Liferides' Offered In Delta County
CLICK TO HEAR JACK HALL'S INTERVIEW WITH LINDSAY STEARNS, OSF Free New Year's Eve Liferides will once again be available in Delta County this year. Rides are available from 8 p.m. on Monday, December ...
Jack Hall Dec 31, 2018

Rep. LaFave Says 2018 Was Good Year For U.P.
As the Michigan Legislature's 2017-18 session came to a close, the Upper Peninsula received a lot of good news to brighten the holiday season. From sports and recreation to rural broadband, investment...
Jack Hall Dec 30, 2018

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