North Michigan News

If Michigan officials keep classrooms empty, the public schools may lose thousands of students

By James Ledbetter | Jan 29, 2021

The Mackinac Center for Public Policy says that if the Michigan powers-that-be keep classrooms empty in favor of remote learning, the public schools may lose thousands of students for years to come.

Jobs rise, but lockdowns hurt food industry

By James Ledbetter | Jan 15, 2021

As jobs rise throughout the state, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer's restrictions on restaurants and bars are crippling the food industry.

GOP says Whitmer's response to COVID-19 is causing severe psychological problems

By James Ledbetter | Nov 4, 2020

Rep. Jack O’Malley (R-Lake Ann) has announced that the recent testimony from top medical advisors to Gov. Gretchen Whitmer reveals that the governor's response to COVID-19 is causing severe psychological problems for Michigan residents, according to Michigan House Republicans.

Lawmakers unveil regional approach to get Michigan back to work

By James Ledbetter | May 9, 2020

According to Up North Live, the whole nation is watching Michigan.

Alcona County passes a contract for a new medical examiner

By James Ledbetter | Apr 22, 2020

The Board of Commissioners in Alcona County passed a new contract for a new medical examiner with the Michigan Institute of Forensic Science and Medicine on March 4. The board also appointed Russell Bush as the new medical examiner for the county.