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Northern Michigan edges past Thomas More in overtime season opener

By Great Lakes Wire | Nov 8, 2024

The Northern Michigan women's basketball team began their season with a narrow 48-46 overtime victory against the Thomas More Saints in Wisconsin Dells.

Wildcats volleyball falls to undefeated Ferris State in three-set match

By Great Lakes Wire | Nov 8, 2024

The Northern Michigan University (NMU) Wildcats volleyball team faced a challenging match against the top-ranked Ferris State Bulldogs, ultimately falling in three sets.

Lakers secure victory over NMU in first Cappo Cup match

By Great Lakes Wire | Nov 8, 2024

The NMU hockey team faced a challenging start in the Cappo Cup series, falling to Lake Superior State with a 5-0 defeat.

Northern Michigan opens season with victory over Maryville

By Great Lakes Wire | Nov 8, 2024

The Northern Michigan men's basketball team began their season with a decisive 78-59 victory over Maryville in Wisconsin Dells.

Michigan officials urge vigilance against carbon monoxide dangers

By Great Lakes Wire | Nov 8, 2024

The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) and the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) are urging residents to take precautions against carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning.

Nmu swim teams head to Detroit for competition against Wayne State and Findlay

By Great Lakes Wire | Nov 8, 2024

The Northern Michigan University (NMU) men's and women's swim and dive teams are set to compete in a one-day meet this weekend.

Northern Michigan prepares for Midwest Regional Championship in Illinois

By Great Lakes Wire | Nov 8, 2024

The Northern Michigan cross country team is set to compete in the Midwest Regional Championship on November 9 in Romeoville, Illinois.

Northern Michigan wrestling triumphs over Alma College with a commanding performance

By Great Lakes Wire | Nov 8, 2024

The Northern Michigan wrestling team began its season with a decisive victory over Alma College, winning 40-10 at Art Smith Arena.

Documentary screening explores opioid crisis impact on Pacific Northwest tribes

By Great Lakes Wire | Nov 8, 2024

In recognition of Native American Heritage Month, the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) and the National Institutes of Health’s Tribal Health Research Office (THRO) will host a documentary screening on November 13 at 1:30 PM ET.

Michigan Public Service Commission cuts DTE Gas rate hike proposal

By Great Lakes Wire | Nov 8, 2024

At a recent meeting, the Michigan Public Service Commission (MPSC) issued a final order regarding DTE Gas's rate case.

Northern Michigan women's wrestling prepares for competitive weekend downstate

By Great Lakes Wire | Nov 7, 2024

The Northern Michigan University women's wrestling team is preparing for a weekend of competitions in the Lower Peninsula.

NMU volleyball team prepares for tough matches against Ferris State and Davenport

By Great Lakes Wire | Nov 7, 2024

Northern Michigan University's volleyball team is preparing for a challenging weekend as they travel to face Ferris State and Davenport.

Narrow draw keeps Wildcats ahead of Lakers in standings

By Great Lakes Wire | Nov 7, 2024

In a closely contested match, Northern Michigan University (NMU) and Grand Valley State University (GVSU) ended in a 1-1 draw.

NMU Wildcats face Lake Superior State Lakers in Cappo Cup opener

By Great Lakes Wire | Nov 7, 2024

The Northern Michigan University (NMU) hockey team is set to host the Lake Superior State Lakers this weekend, marking the beginning of the 2024/25 Cappo Cup series.

Inmate charged with terrorism threat against Michigan governor

By Great Lakes Wire | Nov 7, 2024

Jihaad Ahmad, a 36-year-old inmate in the Michigan Department of Corrections, was arraigned on Monday at Lansing's 54-A District Court.

Record number of schools earn MI HEARTSafe designation

By Great Lakes Wire | Nov 7, 2024

For over ten years, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS), in collaboration with the Michigan Department of Education (MDE), American Heart Association, Michigan High School Athletic Association (MHSAA), and Michigan...

Average VA Purchase Loan amount in Michigan increases from Q2 to Q3

By Great Lakes Wire | Nov 6, 2024

The average VA Purchase Loan amount for Michigan in the third quarter of fiscal year 2024 was $295,865, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

Analysis: Michigan among 25 states that allow boys to play girls’ high school sports

By Great Lakes Wire | Nov 6, 2024

As President Biden revealed new rules regarding Title IX protections in April of 2024, which redefined “sex” to include “gender-identity,” an analysis by Great Lakes Wire shows that Michigan is one of 25 states that allow boys to play in girls’ high school sports.