Category Archives: News
Upper Peninsula Unemployment Rate Increases In November
Not seasonally adjusted jobless rates moved down in 14 of Michigan's 17 major labor market areas between October and November, according to data released today by the Michigan Department of Technology...
Dec 28, 2021
U.P. Regional Blood Center Has Critical Shortages
The U.P. Regional Blood Center is experiencing a CRITICAL NEED for all blood types. The UP Regional Blood Center has collection sites in Marquette, Hancock and Escanaba and is the primary supplier of ...
Dec 28, 2021
Upper Peninsula Adds 354 New COVID Cases, Four Deaths Over Holiday
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services on Monday announced 32,957 new positive coronavirus test results and 116 new COVID-related deaths over the past five days. This was the first repor...
Dec 27, 2021
Unemployed Workers Urged To Certify Early Due To New Year's Holiday
The Unemployment Insurance Agency (UIA) will be closed Dec. 30 and 31 to observe the New Year's holiday. Anyone who needs to certify for benefits should do so early in the week. Unemployed workers can...
Dec 27, 2021
Peters: President Signs Defense Bill; Michigan Provisions Included
President Biden today signed into law the annual national defense bill that includes numerous provisions from U.S. Senator Gary Peters (MI) to strengthen our national security, vitalize Michigan's gro...
Dec 27, 2021
Whitmer Signs Markkanen Truck Driver Bill; Other Legislation Into Law
A plan from State Rep. Greg Markkanen helping veterans use acquired skills to excel professionally has been signed into law by the governor. House Bill 4787, now Public Act 148 of 2021, waives a knowl...
Dec 27, 2021
Whitmer Signs Bill Allowing Others To Be Substitute Teachers
Governor Whitmer signed House Bill 4294 to address the substitute teacher shortage, helping keep schools open and students learning in person. House Bill 4294 would temporarily allow trusted staff mem...
Dec 27, 2021
Winter Weather Advisory Monday For Most Of Upper Peninsula
Including the cities of Grand Marais, Munising, Newberry, Escanaba, Gladstone, Manistique, and Seney ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM TO 5 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...Snow expected...
Dec 26, 2021
DNR: Keep Safety In Mind While Outdoors Over The Holidays
As many people start venturing outside for the holiday break, the Michigan Department of Natural Resources reminds everyone to consider seasonal safety tips before enjoying their favorite winter activ...
Dec 25, 2021
Peters Introduces Bill To Boost Domestic Manufacturing Programs
U.S. Senator Gary Peters (MI) announced he introduced bipartisan legislation to streamline federal efforts to boost domestic manufacturers and support workers. The Strengthening Support for American M...
Dec 25, 2021
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Local News from the RRN News Center
Thick Canadian Wildfire Smoke Continues To Blanket U.P.
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Congressmen Demand Action From Canada On Wildfires
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Sault Tribe 'Disheartened' By Line Five Tunnel Permit Approval
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Michigan DNR Approves Permits For Great Lakes Tunnel In Straights of Mackinac
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DNR Spending More Money On U.P. Deer Habitat Projects
Jul 15, 2026
Iron Mountain Man Returned From Alaska To Face Sex Charges
Jul 15, 2026
A LOT OF FISH: Sault Tribe Reports On U.P. Stocking Efforts
Jul 15, 2026
Four U.P. Businesses Awarded State Job-Training Grants
Jul 15, 2026
Downstate Man Arrested In Eastern UP After Fatal Traffic Crash
Jul 15, 2026
