Category Archives: News
Michigan Sen. Peters Appeals For Respectful, Peaceful Protests
Following the unconscionable death of George Floyd and after speaking with Michigan community and faith leaders and law enforcement officials, U.S. Senator Gary Peters (MI) released the following stat...
Jun 01, 2020
Michigan Adds Fewest Cases Since March; No New U.P. Cases
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services reported Monday afternoon that the state's number of coronavirus cases increased by 135 new cases, and there were 25 new deaths since Sunday. It wa...
Jun 01, 2020
BREAKING: Michigan Can, Bottle Returns Resume June 15
The Michigan Treasury on Monday issued a Notice Regarding Phased Reestablishment of Michigan's Bottle Deposit Return Program. Beginning June 15, 2020, some retailers must re-open their bottle return f...
Jun 01, 2020
BREAKING: Michigan Stay At Home Order Lifted Immediately
CLICK TO LISTEN TO GOV. WHITMER'S MONDAY AFTERNOON COMMENTS For the first time since March 23, Michigan is no longer under a Stay at Home order. Governor Gretchen Whitmer on Monday lifted the order, w...
Jun 01, 2020
Large Wind Turbines Traveling Across Southern U.P.
Drivers traveling in the southern Upper Peninsula beginning June 1 can expect some delays. A high volume of large wind turbine components will be transported to the Garden Peninsula, potentially slowi...
Jun 01, 2020
6,000 People Show Interest In State's Redistricting Commission
On the final day of the application period for the Independent Citizens Redistricting Commission, the Michigan Department of State (MDOS) has already processed 6,264 completed and notarized applicatio...
Jun 01, 2020
Mackinac Bridge MacPass Stickers Free Until July 1st
The Mackinac Bridge's MacPass toll system windshield-mounted stickers that allow a quicker, touch-free crossing are still free to account holders, but only until July 1. Stickers will cost $1 each sta...
Jun 01, 2020
Governor Objects To Trump's 'Dangerous Comments'
Today, Governor Gretchen Whitmer released the following statement after President Trump called for governors to "dominate" protestors: "Right now our nation is hurting. Americans are in pain, and desp...
Jun 01, 2020
State Looking To Expand Services To Prevent Child Abuse
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) and its Children's Trust Fund (CTF) have issued a Request for Proposals (RFPs) to deliver services to prevent child abuse and neglect. The ...
May 31, 2020
Michigan Adds 513 New Cases, One New U.P. Case
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services reported Sunday afternoon that the state's number of coronavirus cases increased by 513 new cases, and there were 28 new deaths since Saturday. Mic...
May 31, 2020
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Local News from the RRN News Center
Escanaba Sidewalk Days Postponed; RRN Block Party Still On
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One Dead, Another Hurt In UTV Crash In Menominee County
15h ago
Marinette Moves Forward With TIF Designation Near City Hall
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Mackinac County Woman Pleads Guilty To Lying On Tax Forms
16h ago
Rep. Bohnak: New State Education Budget Good For U.P. Schools
16h ago
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
Ottawa National Forest Begins Restoration Project; Includes Clear-Cutting
Jul 21, 2026
