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Wildcats secure decisive 3-0 victory over Cedarville

By Great Lakes Wire | Sep 12, 2024

A goal one minute into the game set the tone as the Wildcats secured a 3-0 victory over Cedarville in Midland, Michigan. Brooke Pietila scored early, giving the Wildcats an immediate lead.

Michigan residents urged to apply for home heating tax credit before September 30

By Great Lakes Wire | Sep 11, 2024

State funds from this credit reduce heating bills of qualified Michigan renters, homeowners

Northern Michigan Hockey announces youthful roster for 2024-25 season

By Great Lakes Wire | Sep 11, 2024

First-year Northern Michigan Hockey head coach Dave Shyiak has announced the program's 2024-25 roster. The 28-man team consists of four returners from last season and 24 new players.

Attorney General closes Michigan State University investigation

By Great Lakes Wire | Sep 11, 2024

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel announced the closure of the Department’s investigation into Michigan State University (MSU) related to the sexual abuse scandal involving a former MSU employee. The investigation was reopened after receiving over 6,000 documents that had been previously withheld by the University until earlier this year.

Ben Johnson promoted to head coach of NMU men's and women's golf teams

By Great Lakes Wire | Sep 11, 2024

Northern Michigan University has announced the promotion of Ben Johnson to head coach of the men's and women's golf teams. The announcement was made by NMU athletic director Rick Comley.

NMU women’s soccer prepares for challenging road trip against top opponents

By Great Lakes Wire | Sep 11, 2024

The Northern Michigan University women's soccer team is preparing for its second consecutive road trip, facing Cedarville University and Northwood University.

NMU men's soccer team prepares for challenging home matches

By Great Lakes Wire | Sep 11, 2024

Northern Michigan University (NMU) men's soccer team aims to extend its winning streak as it prepares to face Lewis University and Thomas More on home ground. The Wildcats are coming off their first-ever back-to-back wins to start a season.

NMU Women's Golf Team begins new season at ODU Champion's Classic

By Great Lakes Wire | Sep 11, 2024

The Northern Michigan University (NMU) Women's Golf team is set to begin their 2024-25 season in Columbus, Ohio. The team will compete in the ODU Champion's for Women's Classic from September 16-17 at the Champions Golf Course.

MPHI spotlights Briaunna Hughes, Public Health Fellow

By Great Lakes Wire | Sep 11, 2024

MPHI has spotlighted Briaunna Hughes, a Public Health Fellow for Corporate Communication/Anti-Oppression Leadership Team (AOLT) Partnerships Support. Hughes joined MPHI through AOLT’s fellowship program, which aims to develop a diverse professional workforce at the Institute. Fellows collaborate with AOLT to promote anti-oppression and equity across the institute. Their responsibilities include administrative tasks, supporting educational initiatives, and facilitating the operationalization of Anti-Oppression (AO) goals. The fellows have been recognized as instrumental in...

Survey categorizes employee attitudes towards workplace AI into five distinct groups

By Great Lakes Wire | Sep 11, 2024

AI has become a staple in the workplace for many, although usage varies depending on comfort level and job type. Slack surveyed over 5,000 full-time desk workers across the U.S., Australia, India, Singapore, Ireland, and the U.K. in August. Based on the responses, they categorized employees into five AI personas and provided recommendations for employers to engage each group.

Michigan ranks 21st in total VA home loans during Q2

By Great Lakes Wire | Sep 10, 2024

Michigan ranked 21st in the nation in VA home loans in the second quarter of 2024, with 1,677 loans issued, according to the Veterans' Affairs Home Loans Index.

House Democrats lead fundraising efforts ahead of competitive elections

By Great Lakes Wire | Sep 10, 2024

No incumbent House Democrat running for re-election in a competitive district has less cash on hand than their Republican challenger, according to new campaign finance documents submitted to the Bureau of Elections on Thursday.

Bartenders express opposition as Michigan plans phase-out of tipping system

By Great Lakes Wire | Sep 10, 2024

Rachel May, a 35-year-old bartender at Applebee’s, opposes Michigan's plan to phase out its tipping system. She wants state officials to know she chose to be part of the tipped worker industry and stated, “we’re not some poor little servants that are underpaid.”

Oakland County man sentenced for defrauding small businesses out of thousands

By Great Lakes Wire | Sep 10, 2024

Denny DiCapo, 64, of Rochester Hills, was sentenced to 5 to 20 years’ incarceration yesterday by Judge Kwame Rowe in the 6th Circuit Court in Oakland County for stealing $26,000 in business transactions, announced Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel. DiCapo pled guilty as charged last year to one count of Conducting a Criminal Enterprise and six counts of Larceny by Conversion, $1,000 to $20,000.

Michigan lawmakers introduce bills targeting price gouging during emergencies

By Great Lakes Wire | Sep 10, 2024

LANSING – Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel, state Senators Jeremy Moss and Mary Cavanaugh, and state Representatives Jason Hoskins and Laurie Pohutsky participated in a roundtable to highlight Senate Bills 954-956 and House Bills 5895-5897. The legislative package aims to strengthen protections against price gouging during an emergency declaration or a market disruption.