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Senate Candidate Rogers: 'over 400,000 convicted criminals let loose on our streets' by ICE

By Great Lakes Wire | Oct 11, 2024

Mike Rogers, a U.S. Senate candidate in Michigan, has raised concerns about the release of convicted criminals in the United States. He said there are "over 400,000 convicted criminals let loose on our streets," following an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) report that showed non-citizens convicted of crimes were released by ICE in the U.S. Rogers provided his statement to the Great Lakes Wire on October 8.

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VA home loan amount averages $283,217 in Michigan for Q3

By Great Lakes Wire | Oct 10, 2024

The average VA home loan amount in Michigan during the third quarter of the fiscal year 2024 was $283,217, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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AG Nessel clarifies ballot deadline extension for military due to Veterans Day

By Great Lakes Wire | Oct 10, 2024

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has issued a formal opinion on the extension of the deadline for absent voter ballots from military personnel and overseas voters. The request for clarification came from Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson, focusing on whether the deadline could be extended if it coincides with a federal holiday.

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Michigan Supreme Court hears arguments on consumer protection act reversal

By Great Lakes Wire | Oct 10, 2024

Today, the Michigan Supreme Court heard oral arguments from the Department of Attorney General regarding an appeal filed by Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel. The appeal seeks to reverse a decision that halted the investigation into Eli Lilly and Company's insulin pricing practices. The pharmaceutical company has cited two past Michigan Supreme Court decisions, Smith v. Globe Life Ins. Co. and Liss v. Lewiston-Richards, Inc., to argue that the Michigan Consumer Protection Act (MCPA) does not apply to its insulin sales.

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Wildcats open hockey season against ranked Colorado College

By Great Lakes Wire | Oct 10, 2024

The Northern Michigan University Wildcats are set to start their 2024-25 hockey season with a series against Colorado College in Colorado Springs. The Wildcats, led by new head coach Dave Shyiak, will face the Tigers on Friday and Saturday. This marks the beginning of Shyiak's tenure, bringing with him a revamped coaching staff.

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Handling silence in meetings: Insights from Simon Sinek's podcast

By Great Lakes Wire | Oct 10, 2024

We’ve all been in a meeting where a leader asks a question, and silence follows. This scenario is familiar in many workplaces, but the way it is handled can significantly affect team morale and psychological safety. Simon Sinek’s podcast series, "A Spark of Optimism!", recently offered insights into how silence can be beneficial.

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Northern Michigan University women's soccer prepares for key clash against Michigan Tech

By Great Lakes Wire | Oct 10, 2024

The Northern Michigan University (NMU) women's soccer team is preparing to face Michigan Tech on Friday, October 11, in Houghton, Michigan. NMU currently holds a record of 6-2-2 overall and 4-1-1 in the Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (GLIAC). The team is on a five-game unbeaten streak with only one goal conceded during this period.

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Northern Michigan University prepares for final fall golf meet at Panther Invitational

By Great Lakes Wire | Oct 10, 2024

The Northern Michigan University men's golf team is preparing for the Panther Invitational, set to take place from October 12-13 at Bedford Valley Golf Club in Battle Creek, Michigan. This event will be the team's final meet of the fall season and serves as a preview for the GLIAC Championship.

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Northern Michigan volleyball defeats rival Michigan Tech in thrilling four-set match

By Great Lakes Wire | Oct 10, 2024

The Northern Michigan volleyball team secured a four-set victory against Michigan Tech on Thursday night at Vandament Arena, with scores of 22-25, 25-23, 25-17, and 25-15. This win was bolstered by the Wildcats tying their season-high with 13 aces.

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Michigan seeks proposals for juvenile justice facility upgrades

By Great Lakes Wire | Oct 10, 2024

The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) Division of Juvenile Justice has announced a Request for Proposal (RFP) aimed at enhancing the infrastructure of juvenile justice facilities. This initiative is supported by $2 million in funding, as outlined in Governor Gretchen Whitmer’s FY2025 budget.

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Michigan awards $1.28 million grants to prevent child abuse

By Great Lakes Wire | Oct 10, 2024

The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) has announced the approval of $1.28 million in grants by Children Trust Michigan's Board of Directors. The funds are designated for four community-based organizations in Michigan to support programs aimed at preventing child abuse.

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Northern Michigan University's women's golf team prepares for Panther Invitational

By Great Lakes Wire | Oct 10, 2024

The Northern Michigan University women's golf team is preparing to participate in the Panther Invitational. The event, hosted by Davenport, will take place in Augusta, Michigan, on October 12-13 at the Stonehedge North golf club. This competition serves as the final meet of the team's fall season and offers a preview for the upcoming GLIAC championship.

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Michigan receives federal funds for ongoing juvenile justice reform

By Great Lakes Wire | Oct 10, 2024

The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) has been awarded over $1.3 million from the U.S. Department of Justice to support juvenile justice reform efforts aimed at reducing racial disparities and keeping youth within their communities. This funding comes from the Office of Juvenile Justice Delinquency Prevention (OJJDP) and marks the second grant MDHHS has received for these initiatives, following an $825,000 award in February.

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Michigan launches recovery incentives pilot with CHESS Health partnership

By Great Lakes Wire | Oct 9, 2024

The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) has announced a new contract with CHESS Health to implement an automated incentive manager solution as part of the state's Recovery Incentives Pilot. This initiative aims to support Medicaid and Healthy Michigan Plan beneficiaries recovering from substance use disorder (SUD).

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MDHHS announces health plan selections for MI Coordinated Health program

By Great Lakes Wire | Oct 9, 2024

The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) has announced the selection of nine health plans to implement a new benefit program, MI Coordinated Health, starting January 1, 2026. This initiative aims to serve individuals enrolled in both Medicare and Medicaid across select counties initially, with plans for statewide expansion by 2027. The program is set to replace the existing MI Health Link program, which concludes on December 31, 2025.

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Volleyball team ends homestand against Michigan Tech and Roosevelt

By Great Lakes Wire | Oct 9, 2024

The Northern Michigan University (NMU) Wildcats volleyball team is set to conclude its six-game homestand at Vandament Arena this weekend. The team will face Michigan Tech on Thursday, October 11, at 6:30 p.m., followed by a match against Roosevelt on Friday, October 11, also at 6:30 p.m.

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Brianna Foley receives Collaborative Partner of the Year award from MDHHS

By Great Lakes Wire | Oct 9, 2024

Brianna Foley, a Research Assistant at the Center for Precision Public Health, has been honored with the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services' (MDHHS) 2024 Collaborative Partner of the Year award. This accolade is given to individuals who demonstrate exceptional ability in building interagency capacity and partnerships at state or community levels, collaborating effectively with MDHHS and Substance Use, Gambling and Epidemiology (SUGE) to achieve strategic objectives.

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Michigan AG supports bills enhancing consumer protection laws

By Great Lakes Wire | Oct 9, 2024

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel, alongside Corporate Oversight Division Chief Jason Evans, addressed the Senate Committee on Finance, Insurance, and Consumer Protection in support of new legislation aimed at strengthening consumer protection laws. The proposed Senate Bills 1021 and 1022, introduced by Senator Sam Singh, seek to amend the Michigan Consumer Protection Act (MCPA) to better protect consumers from predatory business practices.

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Michigan AG supports bills enhancing consumer protections against data breaches and price gouging

By Great Lakes Wire | Oct 9, 2024

Today, representatives from the Michigan Department of Attorney General testified before the Senate Committee on Finance, Insurance, and Consumer Protection. The testimony focused on supporting legislative measures aimed at enhancing consumer protections against data breaches and price gouging. Jason Evans, Chief of the Corporate Oversight Division, and Assistant Attorney General Kathy Fitzgerald spoke in favor of two legislative packages. These packages include Senate Bills 888-892 and Senate Bills 954-956.

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Strategies to enhance employee performance evaluations

By Great Lakes Wire | Oct 9, 2024

Performance evaluations are often viewed negatively by employees and managers alike. However, they can be a valuable tool for feedback and employee development when executed thoughtfully. Here are some strategies to make these reviews more impactful: