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On Friday, Geral Whitney, 69, from Harrison, was sentenced to 20 to 30 years in prison by Judge Paul Stutesman in the 45th Circuit Court in St. Joseph County.

Northern Michigan Wildcats announce cross country schedule for 2025

The Northern Michigan cross country team has announced its schedule for the 2025 season, featuring competitions in four states over a three-month period.

Tuscola County man wins big with Michigan Lottery's Detroit Tigers instant game

A Tuscola County man recently won $500,000 playing the Michigan Lottery's Detroit Tigers instant game.

PCORI fees due July 31: guidance for group health plans

The deadline for submitting Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI) fees is approaching, with a due date set for July 31.

Michigan: Biologics companies were the second most FDA inspected companies in Michigan in Q2

By P. C. Rangel | Jul 12, 2025

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted four inspections at four Biologics companies from Michigan in the second quarter of 2025.

FDA conducted lowest number of inspections on device companies in Michigan during Q2

By P. C. Rangel | Jul 11, 2025

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted two inspections at two device companies from Michigan in the second quarter of 2025.

Michigan ranks 20th in total VA home loans during Q1

Michigan ranked 20th in the nation in VA home loans in the first quarter of 2025, with 2,892 loans issued, according to the Veterans' Affairs Home Loans Index.

Attorney general files lawsuit against construction company over alleged consumer violations

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has initiated legal action against Hummingbird Construction Co., LLC and its owner, Matthew Ashline.

Attorney General Nessel's office assumes prosecutorial duties in Lake County

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has announced that the Department of Attorney General is managing prosecutorial duties in Lake County.

Attorney General Nessel blocks sale of machine gun conversion devices in Michigan

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has announced a significant legal victory following her lawsuit with a coalition of 16 attorneys general.

Small Business Association features thriving aerospace firm in podcast

On a recent episode of the Small Business Association of Michigan's weekly podcast, Michael Rogers spoke with Zack Bishop, president of 4 Flutes Machining.

Home health provider settles false claims act allegations with $334K payment

United States Attorney Jerome F. Gorgon Jr. announced that M&Y Care, LLC has agreed to pay $334,807.20 to settle allegations of violating the False Claims Act.

NMU swim and dive achieves academic success with 17 scholar all-Americans

The Northern Michigan University swimming and diving program has achieved a significant academic milestone.

President Trump signs sweeping One Big Beautiful Bill Act into law

On July 4, President Trump signed the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) into law.

Sen. Nesbitt on state funds investigation: '$20 Million taxpayer dollars stolen'

Aric Nesbitt, a Michigan State Senator, has raised concerns about state officials allegedly withholding evidence in a $20 million theft investigation.

Fmr. Chamber of Commerce CEO: MEDC's 'negligence allowed Ford/CATL project to pollute the Kalamazoo River'

Rich Studley, former President and CEO of the Michigan Chamber of Commerce, has raised concerns about the leadership of the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC).

Sen. Slotkin declines to comment on the VA Home Loan Reform Act as veteran housing fears mount

Senator Slotkin, a member of the Veterans Affairs Committee, declined to comment to the Old North News on the VA Home Loan Reform Act.

Attorney General Nessel announces national settlement from eight opioid drug makers

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has announced a series of national settlements with eight drug manufacturers, totaling approximately $720 million.

Northern Michigan University's Taylor Priestley receives IWLCA Community Awareness Award

The Intercollegiate Women's Lacrosse Coaches Association (IWLCA) has announced Taylor Priestley as one of the three student-athletes to receive the 2025 IWLCA Community Awareness Award.

Ypsilanti man pleads guilty in $400K online refund fraud scheme