Category Archives: News
Governor Re-Establishes Michigan Independent Living Council
Governor Whitmer Friday signed Executive Order 2020-130, which reestablishes the Michigan Statewide Independent Living Council. This order will ensure compliance with current requirements under federa...
Jun 19, 2020
Marquette Woman Wins $250,000 On Michigan Lottery
A Marquette County woman is ready to slow down after winning $250,000 playing the Michigan Lottery's Diamond Payout instant game online. "I play online occasionally, and pick a mix of games to play ra...
Jun 19, 2020
Governor Extends Electronic Meeting Order Until July 31
Governor Whitmer signed Executive Order 2020-129, which extends a previous Executive Order allowing public bodies to conduct public meetings remotely during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Executive Or...
Jun 19, 2020
Michigan Adds 225 Cases; Testing Crosses One Million Mark
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services reported Thursday afternoon that the state's number of coronavirus cases increased by 225 new cases, and there were 26 new deaths since Wednesday. ...
Jun 18, 2020
Cambensy Pushes For Re-Opening Of Unemployment Offices
State Rep. Sara Cambensy (D-Marquette) testified before the Michigan Legislature's Joint Select Committee on the COVID-19 Pandemic today to speak about her letter urging Gov. Whitmer to reopen Unemplo...
Jun 18, 2020
Governor Answers Questions About U.P. Issues; State Fair
CLICK TO HEAR JACK HALL'S FULL INTERVIEW WITH GOV. GRETCHEN WHITMER Governor Gretchen Whitmer says she's pleased that the Upper Peninsula has been able to keep its COVID-19 caseload low throughout the...
Jun 18, 2020
U.P. Regional Blood Center Has Critical Shortages
The U.P. Regional Blood Center is currently experiencing a CRITICAL NEED for O-, O+, B+, A- blood types. The U.P. Regional Blood Center has collection sites in Marquette, Hancock, Escanaba and is the ...
Jun 18, 2020
Governor Extends State Of Emergency Through July 16
Governor Whitmer signed Executive Order 2020-127, which extends the state of emergency declaration related to the COVID-19 pandemic until July 16. In doing so, Governor Whitmer joins nearly every stat...
Jun 18, 2020
Escanaba Beach Opening For Season With Lifeguards
The Escanaba Municipal Beach will be opening for the season on Thursday, June 18th. Hours will be 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. seven days a week with certified lifeguards. The City of Escanaba Recreation D...
Jun 18, 2020
Manistique Man Wanted For Attempted Homicide
Michigan State Police are looking for Trevor Gault of Manistique. He is is wanted for questioning related to an attempted homicide on Wednesday night. Local Three News reports that troopers from the G...
Jun 18, 2020
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Local News from the RRN News Center
Escanaba's Marina Fest Set For Saturday In Ludington Park
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Escanaba Sidewalk Days Postponed; RRN Block Party Still On
Jul 23, 2026
One Dead, Another Hurt In UTV Crash In Menominee County
Jul 23, 2026
Marinette Moves Forward With TIF Designation Near City Hall
Jul 23, 2026
Mackinac County Woman Pleads Guilty To Lying On Tax Forms
Jul 23, 2026
Rep. Bohnak: New State Education Budget Good For U.P. Schools
Jul 23, 2026
Whitmer Signs Bohnak's House Ownership Legislation
Jul 22, 2026
Iron Mountain VA Medical Center Gets More Funding For Building Repairs
Jul 22, 2026
City Of Escanaba Wants Input On Five-Year Recreation Plan
Jul 22, 2026
