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Average VA IRRRL loan amount in Michigan increases from Q2 to Q3

By Great Lakes Wire | Oct 31, 2024

The average VA Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loan (IRRRL) amount in Michigan during the third quarter of fiscal year 2024 was $296,574, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

Wildcats face Rangers in final home game aiming to secure top GLIAC spot

By Great Lakes Wire | Oct 31, 2024

The Northern Michigan University (NMU) women's soccer team is preparing for a crucial Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (GLIAC) match against the Parkside Rangers on November 1.

Northern Michigan men's basketball ranked third in GLIAC preseason poll

By Great Lakes Wire | Oct 31, 2024

The Northern Michigan men's basketball team has been ranked third in the GLIAC preseason poll, receiving one first-place vote.

Attorneys general call for federal action on price gouging

By Great Lakes Wire | Oct 31, 2024

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has joined forces with 16 other attorneys general to urge Congress to enact federal legislation against price gouging.

MPHI employees complete servant leadership certification at Viterbo University

By Great Lakes Wire | Oct 31, 2024

Four employees from the Michigan Public Health Institute's (MPHI) Center for Racial and Social Justice have completed a Servant Leadership Certification course at Viterbo University.

Northern Michigan women's wrestling begins new season at Simpson College

By Great Lakes Wire | Oct 31, 2024

The Northern Michigan women's wrestling team is set to commence its 2024-25 season at the Simpson College Luther Hill Invitational in Indianola, Iowa.

Michigan implements new tool for assessing youth behavioral health needs

By Great Lakes Wire | Oct 31, 2024

The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) has introduced the Michigan Child and Adolescent Needs and Strengths (MichiCANS) tool to enhance access to behavioral health services for children and youth across the state.

MDHHS announces grant opportunity for substance use disorder transportation services

By Great Lakes Wire | Oct 31, 2024

The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) has announced a Grant Funding Opportunity aimed at expanding transportation services for individuals involved in substance use disorder (SUD) treatment, harm reduction, or recovery support.

Ontonagon man sentenced for embezzling funds from elderly woman

By Great Lakes Wire | Oct 30, 2024

Richard Filbey, a 62-year-old resident of Ontonagon, has been sentenced to two years in prison for embezzling funds from an elderly woman while serving as her power of attorney.

MiFamily Together pilot launched by MDHHS for family preservation

By Great Lakes Wire | Oct 30, 2024

The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) has initiated the MiFamily Together program in collaboration with community-based organizations.

FORCE team hosts White House advisor to discuss organized retail crime solutions

By Great Lakes Wire | Oct 30, 2024

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel, alongside law enforcement officials and representatives from major Michigan retailers, welcomed White House Domestic Policy Advisor Neera Tanden to the FORCE Team headquarters.