Category Archives: News

U.P. Lawmakers Respond To CWD Deer Announcement
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources (MDNR) announced today that chronic wasting disease (CWD) has been detected in Michigan's Upper Peninsula for the first time. CWD is a fatal nervous system...
Jack Hall Oct 18, 2018

Governor Praises Newberry For Economic Development Plans
The Village of Newberry is better positioned for future economic success through its strengthened partnerships among local leaders and forward-looking economic development strategies thanks to Project...
Jack Hall Oct 18, 2018

New E-Mail Scam Reported In Marquette County
The Marquette County Sheriff's Office and the NMU Police Department have received complaints of an email scam that threatens the victim to pay the scammer with Bitcoins (cryptocurrency), or the victim...
Jack Hall Oct 18, 2018

U.P. Deer Tests Positive For Chronic Wasting Disease
A 4-year-old doe killed on a deer damage shooting permit in Dickinson Countys Waucedah Township has tested positive for chronic wasting disease, marking the first confirmation of the incurable deer di...
Jack Hall Oct 18, 2018

Cut River Bridge Partially Re-Opens On US-2
CLICK TO HEAR DAN WEINGARTEN DISCUSS THE PROJECT The Heath M. Robinson Memorial Cut River Bridge on US-2 in Mackinac County reopened to traffic this afternoon. The bridge had been under a detour durin...
Jack Hall Oct 18, 2018

Mega Millions Jackpot Rises To $970 Million
The Mega Millions jackpot jumped by $70 million, and now stands at a record $970 million for Friday's drawing. The cash option for the jackpot is $548 million The $970 million jackpot is the largest M...
Jack Hall Oct 18, 2018

VA Offering Flu Vaccines Through November
Flu vaccinations are now available for Veterans enrolled in VA health care. Veterans may request the flu shot at their regularly scheduled VA appointments. Veterans enrolled in VA healthcare may also ...
Jack Hall Oct 18, 2018

Michigan Homelessness On 'Steady Decline'
The overall homeless population in Michigan has decreased for the third year in a row, according to an annual report released today by MSHDA in conjunction with the Michigan Campaign to End Homelessne...
Jack Hall Oct 17, 2018

Iron County Man Arrested On Assault Charges
On 10/16/2018, deputies from the Iron County Sheriff's Office were dispatched to a report of a domestic violence assault in the City of Caspian. Deputies made contact with the victim and learned the s...
Jack Hall Oct 17, 2018

OSF 'Heart Of Gold' Fundraiser Set Thursday
The 21st annual OSF HealthCare Foundation "Heart of Gold" dinner will be held Thursday, October 18, at the Terrace Bay Inn. The event features a seven-course dinner prepared and presented by chefs fro...
Jack Hall Oct 17, 2018

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