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Northern Michigan women’s basketball faces Hillsdale in NCAA Tournament opener

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 12, 2025

Northern Michigan University's women's basketball team is set to face Hillsdale in the opening round of the NCAA Tournament.

NMU swim team earns three All-America honors at NCAA Championship

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 12, 2025

The NMU women's swim and dive team concluded the second day of competition at the 2025 NCAA Championship in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Leo Nolles wins bronze at NCAA Championship for NMU

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 12, 2025

The NMU men's swim and dive team completed the second day of competition at the 2025 NCAA Championship in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Michigan DHHS launches new CSA teaming model for improved family outcomes

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 12, 2025

The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) has announced the launch of a new Children Services Administration (CSA) teaming and support model, set to begin in April.

Cherry Republic receives $150K grant from Michigan agriculture commission

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 12, 2025

Today, the Michigan Commission of Agriculture and Rural Development approved a $150,000 grant from the Food and Agriculture Investment Program (FAIP) to Cherry Republic, Inc. The funds are part of a $2.8 million expansion project aimed at...

Generation Alpha: How workplaces must adapt for tech-savvy newcomers

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 12, 2025

The integration of Generation Alpha into the workplace is poised to bring significant changes, particularly with their inherent familiarity with artificial intelligence and digital technologies.

Michigan reports surge in measles infections this year as of week ending March 8

By A. N. Hart | Mar 11, 2025

Latest CDC data shows measles cases in Michigan for 2025 are now estimated within the range of 10-49, marking no change compared to the previous figures updated as of week ending March 1.

FDA conducted third highest number of inspections on device companies in Michigan during Q4 2024

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 11, 2025

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted four inspections at four device companies from Michigan in the fourth quarter of 2024.

Charges filed after hyperbaric chamber explosion kills child at Oxford Center

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 11, 2025

Today, Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel announced charges against four individuals in connection with the death of 5-year-old Thomas Cooper following a hyperbaric chamber explosion at the Oxford Center.

Governor Whitmer declares March as March for Meals Month in Michigan

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 11, 2025

The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) is collaborating with the federal Administration for Community Living and senior nutrition service providers to mark the 53rd anniversary of the Senior Nutrition Program during March for...

Trump calls for end of CHIPS Act amid ongoing semiconductor industry discussions

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 11, 2025

President Donald Trump recently urged Congress to eliminate the CHIPS Act, a $52 billion subsidy program.

NFIB supports bill proposing permanent income tax cut for small businesses

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 11, 2025

Amanda Fisher, the Michigan State Director for the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB), addressed the Michigan House Finance Committee today.

Chronic wasting disease found in Osceola County farmed white-tailed deer

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 11, 2025

The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) has identified a case of chronic wasting disease (CWD) in a farmed white-tailed deer from Osceola County.

Muskegon County educator wins state recognition from Michigan Lottery

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 11, 2025

A Muskegon County educator, Brian Milliron, has been recognized with an Excellence in Education award from the Michigan Lottery.

Wildcat diver Kalina Ceglinski advances to NCAA championship

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 11, 2025

The 2025 NCAA Diving Qualification Meet concluded in Indianapolis, Indiana, with Kalina Ceglinski from the Wildcats securing a place in the NCAA championships.

Wildcat divers advance to NCAA Championship after qualification success

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 11, 2025

The 2025 NCAA Diving Qualification Meet concluded with successful outcomes for the Wildcat divers.

Springer and Kirk receive all-America honors at USCSA Nationals

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 11, 2025

The Northern Michigan University (NMU) women's alpine ski team concluded their participation in the giant slalom event at the USCSA Nationals, where two athletes achieved All-America honors.

Republican-led House passes controversial emergency spending plan amid Democratic criticism

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 11, 2025

The Republican-controlled House has passed a $20 billion continuation spending plan, set to begin on October 1 if the Legislature and Governor fail to reach a budget agreement for Fiscal Year 2026 by September 30.

250K Powerball prize unclaimed; deadline today

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 11, 2025

There are only a few hours remaining for an individual to claim a $250,000 Powerball prize before the funds are transferred to the state School Aid Fund.