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News from February 2025

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Victoria Dybwad leads NMU women’s nordic ski team to success at CCSA regionals

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 23, 2025

The Northern Michigan University (NMU) women's nordic ski team concluded its final Central Collegiate Ski Association (CCSA) race of the season with a standout performance by senior Victoria Dybwad.

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Northern Michigan wrestlers advance to national championships after strong regional showing

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 22, 2025

The Northern Michigan women's wrestling team secured a third-place finish out of eight teams at the NCWWC Regional Qualifier held in Adrian, Michigan.

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NMU secures gold and bronze at NCAA skiing regionals

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 22, 2025

The Northern Michigan University (NMU) women's Nordic ski team commenced the 2025 NCAA Central Regional Skiing Championships in Ishpeming, Michigan, with a strong performance in the 7.5k event.

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NMU falls short against St. Thomas despite late rally on Senior Night

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 22, 2025

The NMU hockey team concluded its 2024/2025 home schedule with a narrow 4-3 loss to St. Thomas in Marquette, Michigan.

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Business leader emphasizes community involvement as key to success

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 22, 2025

Michael Rogers, in this week's SBAM Weekly Podcast, engaged in a conversation with Dianne Hartwell, president of Little Blessings Childcare and a member of the SBAM Board of Directors.

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NMU secures gold and silver in NCAA regional skiing championships

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 22, 2025

The NMU men's Nordic ski team began their competition at the 2025 NCAA Central Regional Championships in Ishpeming, Michigan, with strong performances in the 7.5k event.

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Leo Nolles shines as NMU finishes third at GLIAC swimming championships

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 22, 2025

The Northern Michigan University (NMU) men's swim and dive team concluded their participation in the 2025 GLIAC Championships with a third-place finish among eight teams.

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NMU men's swim team earns medals on day three of GLIAC Championships

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 21, 2025

The Northern Michigan University (NMU) men's swim and dive team continued their participation in the 2025 GLIAC Championships, completing day three of the competition.

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Tuscola County woman wins $1 million Mega Millions prize

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 21, 2025

A Tuscola County resident, Shannon Dominowski, has claimed a $1 million prize from the Michigan Lottery after keeping an eye on the growing Mega Millions jackpot.

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Small businesses support new amendments in earned sick time act

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 21, 2025

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) has expressed approval for the bipartisan passage of House Bill 4002, which introduces significant administrative changes to the Earned Sick Time Act (ESTA).

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Michigan joins global effort during National Invasive Species Awareness Week

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 21, 2025

Next week, the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) will participate in National Invasive Species Awareness Week (NISAW), scheduled from February 24 to 28, 2025.

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Union City man sentenced up to 20 years for embezzling family trust funds

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 21, 2025

David White, a 68-year-old resident of Union City, was sentenced to four to twenty years in prison by Judge Martha Anderson in the 6th Circuit Court in Oakland County.

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St. Thomas defeats NMU Wildcats 3-0 with Sibell's shutout performance

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 21, 2025

The NMU hockey team faced a setback in their penultimate home game of the season, losing 3-0 to the St. Thomas Tommies.

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Flint water crisis: Veolia settles for $53 million with affected residents

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 21, 2025

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has announced a $53 million civil settlement with Veolia North America.

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Northern Michigan University women’s wrestling team heads to regional qualifier

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 21, 2025

The Northern Michigan University women's wrestling team is set to participate in the NCWWC Northwest Regional Qualifier this Saturday, February 22nd.

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Michigan updates Earned Sick Time Act: new rules take effect in February

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 21, 2025

Michigan's Earned Sick Time Act, amended by House Bill 4002, will take effect on February 21, 2025, for employers with 11 or more employees.

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Coalition supports CFPB against efforts to halt its operations

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 21, 2025

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has aligned with a group of 23 attorneys general to ensure the continued operation of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB).

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I-75 resurfacing project begins in early March with $160 million investment

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 20, 2025

Bridge and road work on I-75 in northern Oakland County is set to resume in early March.

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Coalition opposes efforts to dismantle Consumer Financial Protection Bureau

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 20, 2025

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has joined a coalition of 23 attorneys general to oppose efforts by the Trump Administration and Elon Musk aimed at defunding and disbanding the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB).

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NMU Wildcats prepare for final home series against St. Thomas Tommies

By Great Lakes Wire | Feb 20, 2025

The Northern Michigan University (NMU) Wildcats hockey team is preparing for its final home series of the season against the University of St. Thomas Tommies.