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The Northern Michigan University Volleyball team has unveiled its 2024 match schedule, which includes nine home games at the newly renovated Vandament Arena. The season will feature a midseason Midwest Crossover and two non-conference tournaments.

Northern Michigan University's men's soccer announces challenging fall schedule

The Northern Michigan University men's soccer team has announced its 2024 schedule, featuring eight home games and a challenging lineup. Head Coach Alex Fatovic expressed enthusiasm about the upcoming season, stating, "What an exciting, yet extremely challenging schedule for fall 2024." This will be Fatovic's third season with the team.

Northern Michigan University gears up for GLIAC Track & Field Championships

The Northern Michigan Track & Field team is set to compete in the GLIAC Championships in Allendale from May 1-3. The event will begin on Wednesday with four heptathlon events, featuring Natasha Nowakowski and Eva Zonca for the Wildcats. Events scheduled include the 100m hurdles, high jump, shot put, and 200m dash starting at 2 p.m., followed by long jump, javelin, and 800m on Thursday.

AG Nessel Announces Labor Trafficking Charges in Three Rivers

LANSING – Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel, in a press conference at the YWCA Kalamazoo, announced charges against three individuals involved in labor trafficking a woman from India. Nessel emphasized the severity of the crime, stating, "Labor trafficking is a hidden crime that often goes undetected."The defendants, Ikbahl Singh Machhal, Kartar Chand, and Shila Devi of Three Rivers, were charged with Human Trafficking – Forced Labor and Human Trafficking Enterprise. Nessel commended the collaborative efforts of law enforcement agencies and community partners, saying,...

AG Nessel Concludes Financial Literacy Month with Re-issue of Reverse Mortgages Consumer Alert

LANSING – Attorney General Dana Nessel marked the conclusion of Financial Literacy Month by re-issuing a consumer alert on reverse mortgages, emphasizing the importance of understanding the risks and benefits associated with this financial option. Nessel highlighted that while reverse mortgages can offer financial relief, they also carry significant risks and obligations.Nessel emphasized, "While reverse mortgages can provide financial relief for some, they also come with significant risks and obligations." She urged homeowners considering this type of loan to seek...

Northern Michigan University football announces schedule for the upcoming season

The Northern Michigan University (NMU) football team has unveiled its schedule for the 2024 season, which includes five home games at the Superior Dome and six away matches. The Wildcats will face teams from five different states and conferences during the upcoming season.

Minnie Bittell earns fourth GLIAC weekly honor of the season

Minnie Bittell from Northern Michigan University's women's lacrosse team has been recognized as the GLIAC Offensive Player of the Week. This marks her fourth such honor in the 2024 season.

Lacrosse team achieves best-ever record; track athletes shine at St. Norbert Invite

The lacrosse and track and field teams achieved notable success over the weekend. The lacrosse team secured an 11-5 victory against Concordia-St. Paul, completing a sweep of the regular season series. This win marks the end of their regular season with a 13-4 overall record and a 4-2 mark in the Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (GLIAC), which is the best regular season record in the program's history.

Maya Hunter selected for NCAA Division II women's golf championships

The NCAA Division II Women's Golf Committee has announced the selections for the 2024 NCAA Division II Women's Golf Championships. Maya Hunter from Northern Michigan University (NMU) has been chosen to compete as an individual.

AG Nessel Warns Seniors Against Financial Exploitation After FinCEN Analysis

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has issued a stark warning against financial exploitation of seniors following a recent analysis by the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN). The analysis revealed that financial institutions reported approximately $27 billion in suspicious activity related to elder financial exploitation between 2022 and 2023.In response to the concerning findings, Nessel emphasized the importance of protecting the elderly and vulnerable populations, stating, "While alarming, these findings reiterate the need for a group of experts like the...

Wildcats end regular season with victory over Golden Bears

By Great Lakes Wire | Apr 27, 2024

The Northern Michigan University (NMU) women's lacrosse team concluded their regular season with a victory against the Concordia-St. Paul Golden Bears, securing an 11-5 win in St. Paul, Minnesota. This triumph marks NMU's best regular season record in program history, finishing at 13-4 overall and 4-2 in the Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (GLIAC). The team enters the postseason with wins in four of their last five games.

Northern Michigan University excels at St Norbert Invite ahead of GLIAC Championships

By Great Lakes Wire | Apr 27, 2024

In the lead-up to the GLIAC Championships, Northern Michigan University's track and field team demonstrated strong performances at the St. Norbert Invite in Wisconsin. The team achieved six victories, 13 podium finishes, and set 11 personal records.

GOP challenger Hudson on incumbent Rep. Scholten: 'she couldn't even bring herself to acknowledge that Ruby Garcia's murderer was an illegal immigrant with a lengthy arrest record'

Paul Hudson, a candidate for the U.S. House of Representatives from Michigan's 3rd District, criticized his opponent, Rep. Hillary Scholten, stating that she "couldn't even bring herself to acknowledge that Ruby Garcia's murderer was an illegal immigrant." Hudson made these remarks in a news release posted on March 28.

OPINION: Ford the Latest Casualty of Biden's EV Agenda

By Steve Cortes | Apr 26, 2024

Mandates and massive taxpayer subsidies have forced a giant move into electric vehicles for all facets of the automobile industry, from car manufacturers, to dealers, and to even rental fleets. But this compulsion results in huge financial losses and frustrated EV owners, proving that the Biden-Harris administration and its allies place “Green New Deal” narrative and unhinged climate alarmism over the realities of EVs in 2024.

Former Corrections Officer Pleads to Assault of Inmate

Former corrections officer Christopher Cluley, 48, of Mount Pleasant, pled guilty to one count each of Aggravated Assault and Willful Neglect of Duty for assaulting an inmate in the Isabella County Jail, as announced by Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel. Nessel emphasized the importance of holding officers accountable, stating, "Corrections officers have a sworn obligation to protect those in their custody and must be held accountable when they break their oaths."The incident took place in April 2020 when Cluley was overseeing a cell transfer following a verbal...

AG Nessel Calls on Congress to Expand Access to Reproductive Health Services

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel, along with a coalition of 21 attorneys general, has called on Congress to pass the Access to Family Building Act, a federal legislation aimed at ensuring access to assisted reproductive technology (ART) nationwide. In a joint effort, the attorneys general are advocating for the protection of reproductive rights and the expansion of access to essential services like in-vitro fertilization (IVF).In response to recent challenges faced by reproductive health services, Nessel highlighted the importance of the Access to Family Building...

Official Statement: Fatal Officer-Involved Incident in Kentwood

Col. James F. Grady II, Director of the Michigan State Police (MSP), addressed the public regarding the recent fatal officer-involved incident in Kentwood. Grady stated, "The Michigan State Police (MSP) places the highest priority on protecting Michiganders’ lives and remain steadfast in our commitment to the pursuit of justice." He assured that the MSP is actively working on the case, mentioning, "The MSP continues to move expeditiously to conduct a complete and thorough investigation."In light of the gravity of the situation, Grady revealed, "The MSP member involved was...

AG Nessel Announces Appointment of Berrien County Public Administrator

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel announced the recent appointment of Charles A. Grandy as Berrien County Public Administrator. Nessel expressed her confidence in Grandy, stating, “With his extensive background in estate planning, probate administration, and trust administration, I know he will serve the Berrien County community well."State Public Administrator Randi M. Merchant also praised Grandy's appointment, highlighting the importance of county public administrators in Michigan's Probate Court system. Merchant stated, “I am confident that County Public...

AG Nessel Urges UnitedHealth Group to Help Patients and Providers Harmed by Cyberattack on Change Healthcare