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There were 2,170 white students enrolled in Public Schools of Petoskey in 2022-23 school year

By North Michigan News | Dec 4, 2023

In Public Schools of Petoskey 85.9% of students identified as white in the 2022-23 school year.

Rep. Borton: MPSC approves rate hikes less than a week after governor signs energy package

By North Michigan News | Dec 4, 2023

The Michigan Public Service Commission (MPSC) has approved a rate increase for DTE Energy, authorizing the company to raise customer rates by $368 million, a 6.4% increase. This decision has drawn criticism from State Rep. Ken Borton, who expressed concern over the speed at which the rate hike was approved following the signing of the state's new energy package by Governor Gretchen Whitmer.Borton, a Republican representing Gaylord, voiced his disapproval, stating, "The governor's appointed bureaucrats didn't even let her signature dry before helping utility companies pass...

Six women's soccer players recognized by CSC for academic achievements

By North Michigan News | Dec 4, 2023

The College Sports Communicators (CSC) has announced the Academic All-District Women's Soccer Teams, recognizing six women's soccer players for their academic and athletic achievements. These athletes are now eligible for consideration in the CSC Academic All-America ballots.

Michigan Public Service Commission Approves Line 5 Tunnel Plan, State Senator McBroom Commends Decision

By North Michigan News | Dec 4, 2023

State Senator Ed McBroom expressed his gratitude to the Michigan Public Service Commission (MPSC) for approving Enbridge's plan to construct a tunnel for Line 5 beneath the Straits of Mackinac. McBroom commended the commission for carefully considering the information they had received and recognizing the necessity and safety benefits of the tunnel."The tunnel project was approved by the Legislature five years ago with bipartisan support to protect our Great Lakes — while also creating thousands of good-paying, mainly union jobs," McBroom stated. He emphasized that the...

CSC reveals academic all-district men's soccer selections

By North Michigan News | Dec 4, 2023

The College Sports Communicators (CSC) has announced the Academic All-District teams for men's soccer. Three players have been selected to be considered for the CSC Academic All-America ballots. The athletes chosen are Kalvin Glodz, Jan Hoffmann, and Cian Tunney.

1 gas station in cities throughout Alcona County had the cheapest midgrade gas in week ending Dec. 2 2023

By North Michigan News | Dec 4, 2023

The lowest price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Alcona County was found at one gas station in the week ending Dec. 2 2023, according to GasBuddy.com.

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on diesel in cities in Ogemaw County in week ending Dec. 2 2023?

By North Michigan News | Dec 4, 2023

The lowest price of diesel in cities throughout Ogemaw County was found at one gas station in the week ending Dec. 2 2023, according to GasBuddy.com.

Cheapest diesel in cities across Montmorency County in week ending Dec. 2 2023

By North Michigan News | Dec 3, 2023

The lowest price of diesel in cities throughout Montmorency County was found at one gas station in the week ending Dec. 2 2023, according to GasBuddy.com.

1 gas station in cities throughout Kalkaska County had the cheapest diesel in week ending Dec. 2 2023

By North Michigan News | Dec 3, 2023

The lowest price of diesel in cities throughout Kalkaska County was found at one gas station in the week ending Dec. 2 2023, according to GasBuddy.com.

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Charlevoix County in week ending Dec. 2 2023?

By North Michigan News | Dec 3, 2023

The lowest price of diesel in cities throughout Charlevoix County was found at one gas station in the week ending Dec. 2 2023, according to GasBuddy.com.

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on diesel in cities in Alcona County in week ending Dec. 2 2023?

By North Michigan News | Dec 3, 2023

The lowest price of diesel in cities throughout Alcona County was found at one gas station in the week ending Dec. 2 2023, according to GasBuddy.com.

There were 2,534 white students enrolled in Gaylord Community Schools in 2022-23 school year

By North Michigan News | Dec 3, 2023

There were 2,534 white students enrolled in Gaylord Community Schools schools in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Michigan Department of Education.

Which former North Michigan News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Dec. 4?

By North Michigan News | Dec 2, 2023

These former North Michigan News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Dec. 4.

How many white students were enrolled in Cadillac Area Public Schools in 2022-23 school year?

By North Michigan News | Dec 2, 2023

There were 2,877 white students enrolled in Cadillac Area Public Schools schools in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Michigan Department of Education.