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In 2024, 10 H-1B petitions were filed by employers classified under the Transportation and Warehousing industry located in Michigan, as per data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

AI-driven workplace tools raise compliance issues with recording laws

The increasing use of AI tools for notetaking and meeting transcription in workplaces raises legal concerns about compliance with recording laws.

Small business briefing covers initiatives, election updates, and legislative news

Kelli Saunders and Sarah Miller led the Small Business Briefing on March 10, 2025, covering a range of topics pertinent to entrepreneurs and small business owners.

Southfield man wins $2M Powerball prize from Michigan Lottery

A Southfield resident, Ralph Davis, has won a $2 million Powerball prize from the Michigan Lottery.

NMU athletics recap: Golf finishes strong; lacrosse struggles; basketball triumphs

Northern Michigan University's athletic teams had a busy week, participating in various competitions from March 4 to March 9, 2025.

NMU athletics prepare for busy competition week across multiple sports

Northern Michigan University (NMU) athletes are gearing up for a busy week of competitions across various sports.

Lake man receives lengthy sentence for second-degree criminal sexual conduct

Roland Bourgeois, a 56-year-old resident of Lake, was sentenced to 50 months to 24 years in prison for two counts of second-degree criminal sexual conduct.

Northern Michigan women's basketball team earns NCAA Tournament bid

The Northern Michigan women's basketball team has secured an at-large bid for the 2025 Division II NCAA Tournament.

Understanding how the Dunning-Kruger effect affects workplace dynamics

In a recent episode of the podcast "WorkLife with Adam Grant," organizational psychologist Adam Grant had a conversation with David Dunning, known for the Dunning-Kruger effect.

Northern Michigan set for NCAA Tournament clash with Michigan Tech

For the third consecutive year, the Northern Michigan men's basketball team has secured a spot in the Division II NCAA Tournament.

Northern Michigan wins GLIAC Championship, secures NCAA Tournament spot

Northern Michigan University's men's basketball team has claimed the GLIAC Tournament Championship, defeating Lake Superior State University 78-63.

Men's Nordic team concludes NCAA championships; Utah tops standings

The NMU men's Nordic team concluded their participation in the 2025 NCAA Championships with the 20k mass start event.

Bulldogs overcome Wildcats to secure spot in GLIAC Finals

The Northern Michigan women's basketball team was defeated by the Bulldogs in a close 73-66 match during the GLIAC Semifinals held on Saturday evening in Allendale, Michigan.

NMU women's Nordic ski team concludes NCAA championship

The NMU women's Nordic ski team concluded their participation in the 2025 NCAA National Championships with the 20k mass start event.

Northern Michigan advances to GLIAC title game after defeating top-seeded Michigan Tech

The Northern Michigan University (NMU) men's basketball team secured a significant victory against the top-seeded Michigan Tech Huskies in Houghton, advancing to the Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (GLIAC) title game.

Northern Michigan wrestlers earn top spots at NCWWC National Championships

The Northern Michigan women's wrestling team concluded their season at the NCWWC National Championships in Coralville, Iowa.

Tips on managing compliance and security issues with employee's w-2 forms

Employers are required to file IRS Form W-2, Wage and Tax Statement, for each employee with the Social Security Administration (SSA) and provide a copy to the employee.

Trump signs executive order ending DEI discrimination in federal workforce