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Tuesday, October 21, 2025

News from 2025

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Portage Lake Lift Bridge to undergo routine inspections with lane closures next week

By M. M. Tom | Oct 15, 2025

Crews from the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) will conduct routine inspections on the Portage Lake Lift Bridge, which connects Houghton and Hancock, starting Monday, October 20.

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West Michigan Mixer to feature Senator Mark Huizenga and NFIB's Amanda Fisher

By R. T. Guerra | Oct 15, 2025

NFIB members and their guests are invited to a mixer and roundtable event with Senator Mark Huizenga on October 30, 2025.

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Walmart CEO says artificial intelligence will impact every job

By M. M. Tom | Oct 15, 2025

Artificial intelligence is becoming a major force in the workplace, with leaders across industries recognizing its potential to reshape jobs and processes.

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Deadline extended for Michigan municipalities to join national opioid settlement

By M. M. Tom | Oct 15, 2025

The deadline for Michigan municipalities to join the $720 million National Opioid Settlement with eight pharmaceutical companies has been extended to November 5.

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Northern Michigan Wildcats prepare for home opener against ranked Colorado College

By R. T. Guerra | Oct 15, 2025

The Northern Michigan Wildcats men's ice hockey team is set to host its first home games of the 2025-26 season at the Berry Events Center, facing off against the No. 19/20 ranked Colorado College Tigers.

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Mega Millions jackpot reaches $547 million ahead of tonight’s drawing

By M. M. Tom | Oct 15, 2025

A $547 million Mega Millions jackpot is available in tonight's drawing, with a cash option of $251.7 million.

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Indian Trails named best US bus service for 2025 by USA Today

By R. T. Guerra | Oct 15, 2025

Indian Trails, a bus company based in Owosso, Michigan, has been named the best bus service in the United States for 2025 by USA Today.

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Lincoln Park man claims $25,000-a-year-for-life lottery prize

By R. T. Guerra | Oct 15, 2025

A Lincoln Park resident has won the $25,000 a year for life prize from the Michigan Lottery’s Lucky For Life game.

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Northern Michigan University announces blue line luncheon for October 17

By M. M. Tom | Oct 15, 2025

Northern Michigan University will hold its first Blue Line Luncheon of the 2025-26 men’s hockey season on Friday, October 17.

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Annala sits third as darkness halts NMU men’s golf in Flyer Fall Intercollegiate

By S. A. Cervantes | Oct 15, 2025

Round two of the Lewis Fall Intercollegiate at Cog Hill Golf & Country Club in Lemont, Illinois, was suspended due to darkness on Monday evening.

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Northern Michigan Wildcats to face Michigan Tech Huskies at home this weekend

By R. T. Guerra | Oct 15, 2025

The Northern Michigan University Women's Soccer Team will conclude its five-game home series with a match against Michigan Tech.

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Ten HR buzzwords reflect changing trends in the modern workplace

By S. A. Cervantes | Oct 15, 2025

As the modern workplace changes, new human resources terms are emerging to describe current trends and challenges.

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William Gramme sets records as CCHA names him Goaltender of the Week

By R. T. Guerra | Oct 15, 2025

William Gramme, goaltender for the Northern Michigan Wildcats, has been named the Central Collegiate Hockey Association (CCHA) Goaltender of the Week for October 3-5.

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Employers urged to address 'quiet cracking' through engagement and support

By R. T. Guerra | Oct 15, 2025

“Quiet Cracking” is a workplace trend where employees feel ongoing dissatisfaction with their jobs, which can lead to detachment and disengagement.

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Northern Michigan’s Liesl Haugen earns second straight GLIAC Defensive Player of the Week honor

By M. M. Tom | Oct 15, 2025

For the second consecutive week, Northern Michigan University junior libero Liesl Haugen has been named the GLIAC Defensive Player of the Week.

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Wildcats volleyball secures comeback victory over rival Michigan Tech

By S. A. Cervantes | Oct 15, 2025

Northern Michigan University's women's volleyball team achieved its fifth consecutive victory after a five-set win over Michigan Tech on Thursday night at the SDC Gymnasium in Houghton, Michigan.

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Wildcats women's soccer falls to Michigan Tech after conceding late free kick

By R. T. Guerra | Oct 15, 2025

The Northern Michigan University Women's soccer team lost 1-0 to the Michigan Tech Huskies in Marquette.

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Mega Millions jackpot reaches $575 million for tonight’s drawing

By R. T. Guerra | Oct 15, 2025

The Mega Millions jackpot has reached $575 million for the drawing scheduled tonight, with a cash option of $264.6 million.

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Fall team-building ideas aim to boost engagement and workplace culture

By M. M. Tom | Oct 15, 2025

As autumn arrives, organizations are exploring ways to engage employees and build stronger workplace connections.

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Michigan lawmakers approve budget with new measures targeting road funding

By R. T. Guerra | Oct 15, 2025

The Michigan legislature has approved a new state budget that includes funding for road improvements, following negotiations among House Republicans, Senate Democrats, and the Governor.