Category Archives: News
Michigan Cases, Deaths Continue Slower Growth
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services reported Sunday afternoon that the state's total number of confirmed coronavirus cases has increased to 31,424, which is 633 more cases in the past...
Apr 19, 2020
Projects Continue: Michigan Work Zone Awareness Week
Now, more than ever, the transport and delivery of essential items is crucial. Despite the delay of some projects due to the pandemic, there are many active work zones throughout the state. Roads must...
Apr 19, 2020
Michigan Tech University Lab Doing Coronavirus Testing
With delays in testing across the nation, rural and remote regions like Michigan's Upper Peninsula have been hard pressed to get enough tests for patients. But there is hope. Michigan Tech has partner...
Apr 19, 2020
State Taking Applications From Non-Profit Groups
The Michigan Council for Arts and Cultural Affairs (MCACA) has launched a new program providing a total of $502,400 in grants to Michigan's eligible nonprofit arts and culture organizations that have ...
Apr 19, 2020
Michigan Cases, Deaths Slow; 3,237 People Recover
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services reported Saturday afternoon that the state's total number of confirmed coronavirus cases has increased to 30,791, which is 768 more cases in the pa...
Apr 18, 2020
'Old Ish' Statue, Ishpeming Businesses Vandalized
The Ishpeming Police Department says that the "Old Ish" statue was vandalized Saturday morning, along with several businesses in the downtown area. Police have video of two people appraching the statu...
Apr 18, 2020
Governor Asks FEMA To Waive Local Cost-Sharing
Governor Gretchen Whitmer this week sent a letter to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) requesting cost-sharing requirements for emergency work be waived for the State of Michigan in respo...
Apr 18, 2020
U.P. Energy Task Force Releases Propane Recommendations
The U.P. Energy Task Force today submitted to Gov. Gretchen Whitmer its 14 recommendations on propane availability in the Upper Peninsula. The report, Upper Peninsula Energy Task Force Committee Recom...
Apr 18, 2020
M-M Foundation Accepting 'Impact Fund' Donations
The M&M Area Community Foundation (MMACF) announced today it is stepping up efforts to build community support and solicit donations to its recently activated Impact Fund. The Fund's purpose is to...
Apr 18, 2020
State Launches New 'Check On MIVet' Program
The Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency (MVAA) is launching a new initiative called "Check on MIVet" designed to get veterans, Michigan National Guard and Reserve members connected to the benefits and se...
Apr 18, 2020
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Local News from the RRN News Center
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DNR, Escanaba & Lake Superior Railroad Explore Trail Network
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Bay College To Resume Practical Nursing Program In Iron Mtn.
Nov 9, 2026
Daggett Man Sentenced For Sexually Assaulting 12-Year-Old
Nov 8, 2026
Menominee Woman Sentenced For Credit Card Fraud, Drug Smuggling
Nov 7, 2026
Two Menominee Residents Arrested On Drugs, Firearms Charges
Nov 7, 2026
UPDATE: Body Of Man Swept Off Black Rocks Found In Lake
Nov 6, 2026
1,450 ACRES BURNED: Three U.P. Wildfires Almost Extiguished
Nov 6, 2026
