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Small Business Briefing discusses key economic and political issues affecting entrepreneurs

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 24, 2025

The Small Business Briefing held on March 24, 2025, covered several critical topics impacting small businesses.

Michigan man extradited on sexual conduct charges faces potential life sentence

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 24, 2025

James Carter, a 62-year-old former resident of Prescott, Michigan, was arraigned on Friday in the 2B District Court in Hillsdale.

NMU men's Nordic ski team competes in SuperTour Finals at Lake Placid

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 24, 2025

The Northern Michigan University (NMU) men's Nordic ski team is participating in the SuperTour Finals this week.

The importance of maintaining strict adherence to payroll deadlines

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 23, 2025

Ensuring compliance and effective budgeting are crucial aspects of payroll management.

Employers advised against asking job applicants about immigration status

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 22, 2025

Employers are advised against asking job applicants about their immigration status during the hiring process.

Michigan commission approves reduced rate hike for Consumers Energy

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 21, 2025

The Michigan Public Service Commission (MPSC) has sanctioned a new electric rate hike for Consumers Energy, enabling the company to gather an additional $153.8 million from its customers.

Cass County man wins $1M Powerball prize from Michigan Lottery

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 21, 2025

A Cass County resident experienced a significant windfall after discovering he had won a $1 million Powerball prize from the Michigan Lottery.

The power of saying no in leadership and HR

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 21, 2025

Leaders often encounter numerous opportunities and challenges that demand their attention.

AG Nessel joins effort supporting veterans' education benefits

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 21, 2025

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has aligned with 51 other attorneys general to file an amicus brief before the U.S. Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims.

Michigan prepares for launch of new unemployment insurance system

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 21, 2025

A new computer system, MiUI, is set to be introduced by the Michigan Unemployment Insurance Agency (UIA) at the end of this year.

Advance Peace Initiative reports decline in shootings over two years

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 21, 2025

MPHI's Advance Peace Initiative has released a 24-month assessment report detailing the program's progress in reducing crime in Lansing.

Highly pathogenic avian flu detected again in Ingham County flock

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 21, 2025

The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) has confirmed a new case of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in Ingham County.

AG Nessel advises consumers on free credit reports during education month

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 20, 2025

March marks National Credit Education Month, and Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel is urging residents to take advantage of free weekly credit reports available from the three major credit reporting agencies: Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion.

Podcast highlights ongoing relevance of business cards in digital age

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 20, 2025

Michael Rogers recently hosted Stacy Collick, sales manager for Dollar Bill Printing, on the SBAM Weekly Podcast.

Employee wellbeing becomes strategic priority as millennials shape modern workplace

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 20, 2025

As Millennials and Gen Z professionals continue to reshape the workplace, there is a growing focus on employee wellbeing.

Shiawassee County man wins $200K in Michigan Lottery's Club Keno

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 20, 2025

A Shiawassee County resident received an unexpected birthday gift by winning $200,000 in the Michigan Lottery's Club Keno game.

Dybwad and Kraftson honored as top skiers by Central Collegiate Ski Association

By Great Lakes Wire | Mar 19, 2025

The Northern Michigan University (NMU) nordic ski team has earned recognition for its outstanding performance in the 2025 Central Collegiate Ski Association (CCSA) season.