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Sunday, October 5, 2025

News from October 2025

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Northern Michigan men's swim and dive opens season with dominant home victory

By S. A. Cervantes | Oct 4, 2025

The Northern Michigan University men's swim and dive team secured a win in their opening weekend, finishing first at their home pool in Marquette.

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How small actions can improve employee mental health in the workplace

By R. T. Guerra | Oct 4, 2025

Employees face ongoing exposure to negative news from various media sources, which can impact their mental health.

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Trump administration sets $100K fee on new H-1B petitions amid program overhaul

By S. A. Cervantes | Oct 3, 2025

On September 19, 2025, President Trump signed a proclamation that introduces significant changes to the H-1B visa program.

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Northern Michigan volleyball wins five-set match against Saginaw Valley State

By S. A. Cervantes | Oct 3, 2025

The Northern Michigan Wildcats women's volleyball team secured their third consecutive win and their first road victory of the season after defeating Saginaw Valley State in a five-set match on Friday night.

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MDOT schedules public hearing on new rules for roadside facilities

By S. A. Cervantes | Oct 3, 2025

The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) will hold a virtual public hearing to discuss new administrative rules for state-maintained roadside facilities.

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Kastamo scores twice late as Wildcats rally past Ferris State

By R. T. Guerra | Oct 3, 2025

The Northern Michigan Wildcats women's soccer team secured a 2-1 victory over Ferris State on Friday in Marquette, with two late goals from senior Hannah Kastamo turning the game around in the final ten minutes.

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Small Business Association of Michigan podcast features advice from Blaine Schultz

By M. M. Tom | Oct 3, 2025

Michael Rogers interviewed Blaine Schultz, owner of Cooper Consulting and a VIP member of the Small Business Association of Michigan (SBAM), on the latest episode of SBAM’s weekly podcast.

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Federal court dismisses challenge to Michigan's reproductive freedom amendment

By S. A. Cervantes | Oct 3, 2025

The U.S. District Court for the Western District of Michigan has dismissed a lawsuit filed by Right to Life of Michigan and other anti-abortion plaintiffs, which aimed to overturn the state’s constitutional right to reproductive freedom.

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Northern Michigan volleyball prepares for GLIAC road games against Saginaw Valley State and Lake Superior State

By S. A. Cervantes | Oct 2, 2025

After winning two home matches last weekend, the Northern Michigan University volleyball team is set to play away games against Saginaw Valley State and Lake Superior State.

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Portage Lake Lift Bridge to have lane closures for routine inspection

By R. T. Guerra | Oct 2, 2025

Crews from the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) will conduct routine inspections on the Portage Lake Lift Bridge connecting Houghton and Hancock starting Monday, October 6.

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NFIB’s Amanda Fisher discusses legal changes affecting Michigan small businesses

By S. A. Cervantes | Oct 2, 2025

NFIB Michigan State Director Amanda Fisher appeared on the Jack O’Malley Weekend Update show to address recent developments affecting small businesses in the state.

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Purdue opioid settlement deadline extended for Michigan municipalities

By M. M. Tom | Oct 2, 2025

The deadline for Michigan municipalities to join the $7.4 billion Purdue Pharma National Opioid Settlement has been extended to October 30, according to the Michigan Attorney General's office.

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Northern Michigan women’s golf to compete in Flyer Fall Intercollegiate Invitational

By M. M. Tom | Oct 2, 2025

The Northern Michigan University women's golf team is set to compete in the Flyer Fall Intercollegiate Invitational, which will take place at Cog Hill Golf and Country Club in Lemont, Illinois.

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Northern Michigan Wildcats host Ferris State Bulldogs and Saginaw Valley Cardinals in GLIAC action

By R. T. Guerra | Oct 2, 2025

The Northern Michigan University women's soccer team will continue its home stand this weekend with matches against Ferris State and Saginaw Valley, both members of the Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (GLIAC).

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Northern Michigan men’s golf prepares for Flyer Fall Intercollegiate in Illinois

By S. A. Cervantes | Oct 2, 2025

The Northern Michigan University men's golf team is set to compete in the Flyer Fall Intercollegiate, taking place at Cog Hill Golf and Country Club in Lemont, Illinois.

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Attorney General Nessel warns public about scam texts threatening license suspension

By S. A. Cervantes | Oct 2, 2025

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has issued a warning to residents about a new scam involving fraudulent text messages.

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Michigan legislature passes temporary funding; federal stalemate continues amid health care dispute

By M. M. Tom | Oct 1, 2025

After the Michigan Legislature failed to reach a final budget agreement before the start of the new fiscal year, both the Senate and House approved a temporary funding measure to keep state government operations running until October 8.

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Attorney General Nessel warns Michigan residents about potential imposter scams during federal shutdown

By S. A. Cervantes | Oct 1, 2025

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has issued a warning about possible government imposter scams during the ongoing federal government shutdown.

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Northern Michigan men’s swim team opens season hosting conference rivals

By M. M. Tom | Oct 1, 2025

The Northern Michigan University men's swim and dive team will begin its 2025-26 season at home, hosting teams from St. Cloud, Davenport, and Lake Superior State.

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Michigan Lottery extends Detroit Metro Airport partnership for eight years

By R. T. Guerra | Oct 1, 2025

The Michigan Lottery and Detroit Metro Airport (DTW) have announced an eight-year extension of their partnership, continuing to offer lottery games to travelers passing through the airport.