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News from February 2025

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Dybwad leads NMU women’s nordic ski team to victory at CCSA Championship

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 15, 2025

The NMU women's nordic ski team began their conference championship weekend in Houghton with the mass start 20k event.

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NMU ski teams excel on day one of regional championships

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 15, 2025

The Northern Michigan University (NMU) alpine ski teams had a strong performance on the first day of the 2025 MCSA Regional Championships at Marquette Mountain.

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Northern Michigan falls short against Ferris State Bulldogs

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 15, 2025

The Northern Michigan University men's basketball team experienced a challenging game against No. 20 Ferris State, resulting in a 91-84 loss at Vandament Arena.

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Nessel joins legal fight against Trump’s military ban on transgender people

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 14, 2025

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has aligned with a group of 20 state attorneys general to support a legal challenge against President Donald Trump's executive order banning transgender individuals from military service.

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MDOT begins major reconstruction of M-14/I-96 in Wayne County

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 14, 2025

The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) is set to commence a substantial reconstruction project on M-14/I-96 in Livonia and Plymouth Township, Wayne County.

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Bipartisan deal reached in Michigan on minimum wage; discussions on sick time continue

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 14, 2025

As the deadline for the implementation of Michigan's minimum wage and Earned Sick Time Act (ESTA) approaches on February 21, a bipartisan agreement has been reached regarding minimum wage, while discussions on ESTA continue.

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Implementing effective business systems can boost productivity

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 14, 2025

Entrepreneurs and small business owners often face overwhelming to-do lists, with tasks ranging from client work to bookkeeping.

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Court affirms convictions against Clio man for sexual assaults on underage girl

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 14, 2025

This week, the Michigan Court of Appeals upheld the convictions and sentences of John Digiacomo, 61, from Clio.

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Michigan reports first pediatric flu deaths; urges vaccination

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 14, 2025

The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) has confirmed the first two influenza-associated pediatric deaths in Michigan for the 2024-2025 flu season.

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M-55 bridge replacement in Iosco County begins March 3

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 14, 2025

The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) has announced a significant infrastructure project in Iosco County, involving the replacement of the M-55 bridge over the east branch of the Au Gres River.

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Court ruling mandates pay for non-exempt employee travel time

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 14, 2025

Non-exempt employees who travel for work must be compensated for their travel time, according to a recent decision by the U.S. Third Circuit Court of Appeals.

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Utility work on I-496 in Lansing set for February 22

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 14, 2025

The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) has granted a permit to Zayo for utility work on Interstate 496.

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Public invited to discuss Fullerton Avenue bridge removal proposal

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 14, 2025

The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) is seeking public input on a proposed project to remove the Fullerton Avenue bridge over I-96 in Detroit.

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H-1B visa rules updated: Key changes for specialty occupations and exemptions

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 13, 2025

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security has implemented a final rule updating the eligibility requirements for H-1B visas, aiming to provide employers with more flexibility in hiring skilled foreign workers.

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Michigan AG warns of romance scams ahead of Valentine's Day

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 13, 2025

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has reissued a consumer alert on romance scams as Valentine's Day approaches.

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Highly pathogenic avian flu detected in Monroe County flock

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 13, 2025

Following an investigation by the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD), the Michigan State University Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory has confirmed the presence of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in a backyard...

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Northern Michigan extends winning streak with victory over Lake Superior State

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 13, 2025

The Northern Michigan University women's basketball team secured a decisive victory over Lake Superior State, extending their winning streak to four games.

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SBAM offers free expert guidance for small business owners

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 13, 2025

The Small Business Association of Michigan (SBAM) is offering a valuable service to its members called "Ask an Expert."

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Michigan marks year since secure storage law with reminder on free gun locks

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 13, 2025

The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) and Michigan State Police (MSP) are reminding families in the state about the availability of free gun locks.

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Judge blocks enforcement of executive order limiting birthright citizenship

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 13, 2025

Today, Judge Leo T. Sorokin of the U.S. District Court for the District of Massachusetts issued a preliminary injunction against the Trump administration's executive order that sought to limit birthright citizenship.