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Northern Michigan University's athletic teams have a busy schedule this week, featuring multiple events across various sports. Below is the detailed lineup:

Bridging generational gaps: Effective workplace communication strategies

In a workplace where Traditionalists, Boomers, Gen Xers, Millennials, and Gen Z collaborate daily, effective communication becomes the key to unlocking collective potential. However, generational divides can create barriers that hinder this potential. Understanding each generation's communication preferences and embracing their unique strengths is essential.

OhioGuidestone Promise Run raises over $100K for mental health support

OhioGuidestone Promise Run breaks fundraising and attendance records

Attorney General Nessel marks one year since launch of Address Confidentiality Program

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel and the YWCA Kalamazoo hosted a roundtable discussion today to mark the first anniversary of the Address Confidentiality Program (ACP). The program aims to protect victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, human trafficking, or those who fear that disclosing their physical address will increase their risk of harm.

Burtchville woman sentenced for embezzling over $86K from elderly ward

Lisa Marie Tramski, 57, of Burtchville, was sentenced to one year of probation by Judge Daniel A. Damman in the 31st Circuit Court in St. Clair County after paying $51,600.75 in restitution, announced Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel. Tramski pled guilty in July to one count of embezzlement of $50,000 or more but less than $100,000 for embezzling funds from an elderly woman after becoming her court-appointed guardian.

MI Craft Beverage Council: 'Has not taken a position' on potential federal dietary guidelines changes that could negatively impact MI craft beverage industry

By C.D. Marsden | Sep 15, 2024

Sherri Fenton, managing owner of Black Star Farms in Suttons Bay, said if dietary guidelines were changed to recommend “no safe level” of alcohol consumption, the local economy in northern Michigan would suffer.

Wildcats secure late equalizer in draw against Northwood

MIDLAND, Mich. - The Wildcats concluded their weekend road trip with a 1-1 draw against Northwood, despite maintaining an aggressive stance throughout the match.

Building workplace influence through relationships communication example-setting problem-solving growth

You are more influential than you may realize or at least have the potential to be. Being influential in the workplace doesn’t always mean holding a high-ranking position or having years of experience. Influence is more about the ability to inspire, motivate, and drive positive change among your colleagues, no matter your role. Here are several strategies to help you build and sustain influence at work.

Northern Michigan University men's soccer secures historic win led by Alessandro Scialanga

MARQUETTE, Mich. - The Northern Michigan University men's soccer team is off to its best start in program history, aided by two goals from Alessandro Scialanga and a complete team effort from start to finish.

VA provides 25.9% fewer home purchase loans in Michigan in Q2

There were 935 VA home purchases in Michigan in the second quarter of the VA's fiscal year 2024, totaling $256.4 million in loans, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

Michigan's Q1 individual income tax revenue down 49.9% from previous quarter

The first quarter brought in $1.6 billion in individual income tax revenue for Michigan, a 49.9% decrease from the fourth quarter of 2023, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's Quarterly Summary of State and Local Taxes.

Superior Dome Showdown tickets available from September 23

General admission tickets for the Northern Michigan men's basketball exhibition game against Michigan State, known as the Superior Dome Showdown, will go on sale starting Monday, September 23 at 10 a.m.

Ithaca woman faces trial for alleged embezzlement from vulnerable adult

Cheryl Colburn, 65, of Ithaca, has been bound over to stand trial in the 8th Circuit Court in Montcalm County on one count of embezzlement from a vulnerable adult, $1,000 - $20,000, a 5-year felony. The announcement was made by Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel. Colburn, who served as the professional guardian and conservator of the victim, was charged in July for allegedly keeping the victim’s property for her own benefit.

Ann Arbor woman to stand trial for alleged PPP loan fraud

LANSING – Yulonda Eckel, 56, of Ann Arbor, has waived her preliminary examination and will stand trial in the 22nd Circuit Court in Washtenaw County for allegedly fraudulently obtaining two Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans totaling over $41,000. The announcement was made by Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel.

Braveworks plans significant growth and expansion into Marquette

Michael Rogers recently interviewed Jen Julien on the SBAM Weekly Podcast. Julien, along with her husband Jon, owns Braveworks in Houghton, Michigan. Their company was selected as a member of the Michigan 50 Companies to Watch this year. Braveworks is planning for 40 percent growth in 2024, with further expansion anticipated in 2025.

Property tax revenue down 94.9% from previous quarter in Michigan