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Mega Millions jackpot reaches $547 million ahead of tonight’s drawing

By M. M. Tom | Oct 15, 2025

A $547 million Mega Millions jackpot is available in tonight's drawing, with a cash option of $251.7 million.

Indian Trails named best US bus service for 2025 by USA Today

By R. T. Guerra | Oct 15, 2025

Indian Trails, a bus company based in Owosso, Michigan, has been named the best bus service in the United States for 2025 by USA Today.

Lincoln Park man claims $25,000-a-year-for-life lottery prize

By R. T. Guerra | Oct 15, 2025

A Lincoln Park resident has won the $25,000 a year for life prize from the Michigan Lottery’s Lucky For Life game.

MDOT begins Detroit storm sewer project to support environmental sustainability

By S. A. Cervantes | Oct 15, 2025

The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) will begin construction on a new storm sewer outfall at the Detroit riverfront on October 13.

Northern Michigan University announces blue line luncheon for October 17

By M. M. Tom | Oct 15, 2025

Northern Michigan University will hold its first Blue Line Luncheon of the 2025-26 men’s hockey season on Friday, October 17.

Annala sits third as darkness halts NMU men’s golf in Flyer Fall Intercollegiate

By S. A. Cervantes | Oct 15, 2025

Round two of the Lewis Fall Intercollegiate at Cog Hill Golf & Country Club in Lemont, Illinois, was suspended due to darkness on Monday evening.

Northern Michigan Wildcats to face Michigan Tech Huskies at home this weekend

By R. T. Guerra | Oct 15, 2025

The Northern Michigan University Women's Soccer Team will conclude its five-game home series with a match against Michigan Tech.

Ten HR buzzwords reflect changing trends in the modern workplace

By S. A. Cervantes | Oct 15, 2025

As the modern workplace changes, new human resources terms are emerging to describe current trends and challenges.

William Gramme sets records as CCHA names him Goaltender of the Week

By R. T. Guerra | Oct 15, 2025

William Gramme, goaltender for the Northern Michigan Wildcats, has been named the Central Collegiate Hockey Association (CCHA) Goaltender of the Week for October 3-5.

Employers urged to address 'quiet cracking' through engagement and support

By R. T. Guerra | Oct 15, 2025

“Quiet Cracking” is a workplace trend where employees feel ongoing dissatisfaction with their jobs, which can lead to detachment and disengagement.

Northern Michigan’s Liesl Haugen earns second straight GLIAC Defensive Player of the Week honor

By M. M. Tom | Oct 15, 2025

For the second consecutive week, Northern Michigan University junior libero Liesl Haugen has been named the GLIAC Defensive Player of the Week.

Wildcats volleyball secures comeback victory over rival Michigan Tech

By S. A. Cervantes | Oct 15, 2025

Northern Michigan University's women's volleyball team achieved its fifth consecutive victory after a five-set win over Michigan Tech on Thursday night at the SDC Gymnasium in Houghton, Michigan.

Wildcats women's soccer falls to Michigan Tech after conceding late free kick

By R. T. Guerra | Oct 15, 2025

The Northern Michigan University Women's soccer team lost 1-0 to the Michigan Tech Huskies in Marquette.

Mega Millions jackpot reaches $575 million for tonight’s drawing

By R. T. Guerra | Oct 15, 2025

The Mega Millions jackpot has reached $575 million for the drawing scheduled tonight, with a cash option of $264.6 million.

Fall team-building ideas aim to boost engagement and workplace culture

By M. M. Tom | Oct 15, 2025

As autumn arrives, organizations are exploring ways to engage employees and build stronger workplace connections.

Michigan lawmakers approve budget with new measures targeting road funding

By R. T. Guerra | Oct 15, 2025

The Michigan legislature has approved a new state budget that includes funding for road improvements, following negotiations among House Republicans, Senate Democrats, and the Governor.

Northern Michigan Wildcats volleyball extends winning streak during multi-sport weekend

By R. T. Guerra | Oct 15, 2025

Northern Michigan University athletics teams competed in several events from October 6 to October 12, with notable performances across football, hockey, volleyball, soccer, cross country, and golf.

Northern Michigan Wildcats fall to Ohio State 5-2 in weekend series opener

By S. A. Cervantes | Oct 15, 2025

The Northern Michigan Wildcats men's ice hockey team lost 5-2 to No. 16 Ohio State in Columbus, Ohio, in the first game of their weekend series.

Kent County man wins $476K Fantasy 5 jackpot from Michigan Lottery

By S. A. Cervantes | Oct 15, 2025

A Kent County resident has claimed a $476,728 Fantasy 5 jackpot from the Michigan Lottery after matching all five numbers in the September 18 drawing.