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MPHI’s Public Health Initiative for Resourceful Education (PHIRE) launched on July 16, 2024. PHIRE is an MPHI initiative aimed at inspiring and empowering high school students of color to learn about public health and pursue public health careers.

Handling political tensions in the workplace: Expert advice

Tensions are running high with my employees due to the recent political landscape. How do I handle conversations and disagreements around this topic?

House primaries see favored candidates advance

Lisa Trombley, a retired government contractor for Lockheed Martin, defeated MAGA-style Republican Katie Kniss with 63.10% to 30.52% of the vote on Tuesday night in the 103rd House district Republican primary. A third candidate, Tripp Garcia, received 6.37%. Trombley's victory positions her as the preferred candidate to challenge freshman Rep. Betsy Coffia (D-Traverse City) in the General Election.

Detroit woman sentenced for unlicensed real estate and accounting operations

Krystal Davis, 37, of Detroit, was sentenced to two years' probation by Judge Bradley L. Cobb in the Third Circuit Court in Wayne County for operating as an unlicensed real estate agent and accountant. The announcement was made by Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel. In June, Davis pled no contest to one count of Accounting Violations-Unlicensed CPA and two counts of Occupational Code-Unlicensed Real Estate Agent.

American Constitutional Rights Union CEO: 'Firearms are the only equalizer for women who wish to defend themselves from harm'

Lori Roman, CEO of the American Constitutional Rights Union, said that Second Amendment rights are women’s rights and that firearms are “the only equalizer” for women in self-defense situations.

Poll: Voters in battleground states, including Michigan, oppose Harris’ support for reparations

By Great Lakes Wire reports | Aug 12, 2024

6 in 10 voters in seven battleground states, including Michigan, oppose Vice President Kamala Harris’ support for providing reparations to Black Americans.

Michigan expands Crime Victim Compensation program aiding over 1K recipients

In the past year, more than 1,000 victims in Michigan have received over $5 million in benefits to help cover costs related to out-of-pocket medical expenses, lost earnings, funeral bills, counseling, and other expenses following an expansion of Michigan’s Crime Victim Compensation program. The funding and other resources for crime victims are available through the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) Division of Victim Services.

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Northern Michigan University releases women’s basketball schedule for the upcoming season

Northern Michigan University (NMU) has announced the 2024-25 schedule for its women's basketball team. Following a successful 22-10 season that saw the Wildcats reach the NCAA Tournament's Round of 32, the team aims to build on this momentum with a 28-game slate. The schedule includes 12 home games, 14 away games, and two neutral site contests in Wisconsin Dells.

Northern Michigan men's basketball announces full schedule for upcoming season

Northern Michigan University's men's basketball team has announced its schedule for the 2024-25 season, featuring a dozen home games at the newly renovated Vandament Arena, twelve away games, and four neutral site matchups in Wisconsin Dells.

Employers increasingly prioritize employee financial wellness in workplace benefit packages

By Great Lakes Wire | Aug 11, 2024

In recent years, there has been a noticeable shift in how employers think about workplace benefits. Traditionally, benefits packages have focused on healthcare, retirement plans, and paid time off. While these are important, there is a growing recognition that financial wellness is a crucial aspect of overall employee well-being. This realization has prompted employers to reevaluate and expand their benefits offerings to better support their employees’ financial health.

Eric Yun finishes T39 at Canadian Men's Amateur Championship

By Great Lakes Wire | Aug 10, 2024

Eric Yun, a member of the NMU men's golf team, concluded his participation in the 119th Canadian Men's Amateur Championship, presented by BDO, by making the cut and finishing tied for 39th place with a four-day score of 289 (+1).

Study highlights benefits of strategic breaks for employee productivity

By Great Lakes Wire | Aug 10, 2024

Enhancing productivity often seems synonymous with increasing workload. However, research suggests that integrating strategic breaks into the workday can improve productivity and employee well-being.

Col. Allen West: The Second Amendment is 'protection from the goals, objectives, and desires of tyrants'

Lt. Col. Allen West, Executive Director of the American Constitutional Rights Union and a former Congressman, said the Second Amendment is Michiganders' “protection" from “tyrants.” Col. West’s comments come amid reports of Vice President Kamala Harris’ history of being in favor of restrictions to Second Amendment rights including mandatory buybacks and bans on certain firearms including AR-15s and handguns.

Understanding objectives crucial for business growth: Insights from SBAM Weekly Podcast

Michael Rogers, in the latest episode of the SBAM Weekly Podcast, engages with Ryan Jankovic, a VIP member of the Small Business Association of Michigan and an EOS Worldwide Professional Implementer. Jankovic emphasizes the importance of understanding one's true objectives in business. "I ask everyone, when I meet them for the first time and before we take a client engagement, what do you want from your business?" he states. "And it’s not a knee-jerk reaction – I want sales, and I want my people to do the things that I need them to do. What do you really want? And I slow it...

Michigan confirms first human case of swine flu variant in Ingham County

The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) and Ingham County Health Department have identified a human case of influenza A H3N2 variant (H3N2v) in a resident of Ingham County. Influenza A H3N2v is different from highly pathogenic avian influenza A (H5N1) that has recently impacted dairy and poultry farms. Influenza A H3N2v is often associated with pigs or swine, though the source of this person’s exposure is still under investigation.

AG Nessel advises caution following McLaren Health Care cyber attack

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel is reminding residents about consumer protection tips in the wake of McLaren Health Care’s recent IT disruption.

Average VA IRRRL loan amount in Michigan declines from Q1 to Q2

The average VA interest rate reduction refinance loan (IRRRL) amount in Michigan during the second quarter of fiscal year 2024 was $278,440, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

NMU swim and dive announces full schedule for upcoming season