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New House Appropriations Committee Chair Ann Bollin and Majority Vice Chair Matt Maddock have been named by Speaker Matt Hall to take on significant roles within the committee.

Ouellette and Altrichter earn CCHA Player of the Week honors

The Central Collegiate Hockey Association (CCHA) has recognized Ryan Ouellette and Jakub Altrichter as Players of the Week for their performances on January 17-18.

States sue over Trump's executive order on birthright citizenship

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel, alongside attorneys general from 17 other states, Washington D.C., and the City of San Francisco, has initiated legal action against President Donald Trump's executive order aimed at limiting birthright...

Michigan issues guidance on protecting pets from harsh winter conditions

As temperatures drop across Michigan, the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) has issued a reminder to pet owners about safeguarding their animals from the cold.

Speaker Matt Hall updates road funding proposal amid criticism

House Speaker Matt Hall has revised his road funding proposal, increasing the budget to $3.1 billion from the initial $2.7 billion without raising revenue.

Michigan Attorney General reviews Trump's first-day executive orders

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has expressed serious concerns about the executive orders signed by President Trump on his first day in office.

NMU athletics schedule packed with events from January 23-26

Northern Michigan University (NMU) Athletics has a busy schedule from January 23 to January 26, featuring several competitions across different sports.

Northern Michigan women excel at Alma College Open

The Northern Michigan University women's wrestling team achieved notable success at the Alma College Open on Sunday, securing four first-place finishes and four runner-up positions.

The role of human resources in strengthening organizational cybersecurity

Cybersecurity is a growing concern for organizations across all industries.

Small Business Briefing discusses key legislative updates impacting entrepreneurs

In the latest installment of the Small Business Briefing, hosts Brian Calley and Sarah Miller provide updates and insights for small business owners.

NMU nordic ski team wins mixed relay at conference opener

By Great Lakes Wire | Jan 19, 2025

The NMU men's and women's nordic ski team concluded its opening weekend of conference skiing with a mixed freestyle relay event.

Employment law changes prompt handbook updates

By Great Lakes Wire | Jan 19, 2025

As the new year begins, HR professionals are reminded to review their employee handbooks and policies to ensure compliance with current laws.

NMU swim and dive opens year with dominant performance against UWSP

The Northern Michigan University (NMU) men's swim and dive team began the year 2025 with a commanding performance, securing first place in 14 out of 16 events during their meet at the PEIF Pool.

NMU men secure four top spots at CCSA ski race

In the opening race of the Central Collegiate Ski Association (CCSA) season, held in Brillion, Wisconsin, the Northern Michigan University (NMU) men's Nordic skiing team demonstrated strong performance.

Wildcats fall short against Cardinals after strong first quarter

The Northern Michigan University women's basketball team faced a challenging game against Saginaw Valley State University, resulting in a 67-51 loss on Saturday afternoon.

LinkedIn network shares tips for effective leadership decision-making

Effective decision-making is a critical skill for leaders, yet many find it challenging due to numerous options and the fear of errors.

Women's Nordic team excels at Ariens Invite securing top two spots

In the first race of the Central Collegiate Ski Association (CCSA) season, the Northern Michigan University (NMU) women's Nordic team secured the top two positions in the 15k event at Ariens Invite in Brillion, Wisconsin.

NMU women's swim team dominates home opener against UWSP