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Bergman Bill Leads to Victory for Responsible Fishing

By North Michigan News | Apr 23, 2024

On April 23, 2024, following pressure from lawmakers, including the introduction of Representative Bergman’s Michigan SPEAR Act, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service announced that lake sturgeon does not warrant a listing under the Endangered Species Act (ESA)."In a major victory for the First District, lake sturgeon will not be designated an endangered species, effectively keeping the responsibility of conservation and coordination where it belongs – with our tribes, anglers, and the state. This authority was always meant to be localized, and after pressure from my...

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Rep. Cavitt: Rural Michigan Criticizes Partisan State Budget Decisions

By North Michigan News | Apr 23, 2024

State Rep. Cam Cavitt criticized House Democrats for what he perceived as blatant partisanship in the recent budget decisions affecting rural Michigan. Cavitt highlighted the rejection of proposed budget amendments that aimed to support the Michigan State Police and allocate funding to rural Northeast Michigan. The amendments, put forward by House Republicans, were turned down in party-line votes, prompting Cavitt to accuse the Democrats of prioritizing political interests over the needs of the state.“Democrats’ time in leadership will be defined by their outright refusal...

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on regular gas in cities in Alcona County in week ending Apr. 20?

By North Michigan News | Apr 22, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Alcona County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 20, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Alpena County Education: 105 Hispanic students were enrolled in schools in 2022-23 school year

By North Michigan News | Apr 22, 2024

There were 105 Hispanic students enrolled in Alpena County schools in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Michigan Department of Education.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Otsego County in week ending Apr. 20?

By North Michigan News | Apr 22, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Otsego County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 20, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Onekama Consolidated Schools welcomed 304 students in 2022-23 school year

By North Michigan News | Apr 22, 2024

There were 304 students enrolled in Onekama Consolidated Schools in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Michigan Department of Education.

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Alpena County Education: 1 Hawaiian student was enrolled in schools in 2022-23 school year

By North Michigan News | Apr 22, 2024

In Alpena County schools, less than 0.1% of students enrolled identified as Hawaiian in the 2022-23 school year.

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Jacobson secures Olympic spot as sports teams compete across events

By North Michigan News | Apr 22, 2024

Payton Jacobson has secured a position on the USA Olympic Team and will compete in the Greco Roman Wrestling event at the Paris Olympics this summer. Jacobson, competing in the 87kg weight class, achieved victories with scores of 4-0 in the quarterfinals, 6-0 in the semifinals, and a close 1-1 decision in the finals. Max Black finished third in his category, earning spots on both the U.S. National Team and the U23 World Team.

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Rep. Cavitt Applauds Federal Decision to Protect Sturgeon Fishing

By North Michigan News | Apr 22, 2024

State Rep. Cam Cavitt applauded the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service's decision not to label lake sturgeon as an endangered species, stating, "Michigan is the national leader in lake sturgeon preservation. It’s great to see the feds recognize our world-class efforts and throw out this bogus attempt to ban lake sturgeon fishing nationwide." Cavitt, R-Cheboygan, emphasized the significance of sturgeon fishing in northern Michigan, noting, "Sturgeon fishing season is basically a holiday in northern Michigan. We teach our kids about the importance of preserving sturgeon...

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134 American Indian students enrolled in Emmet County schools in 2022-23 school year

By North Michigan News | Apr 22, 2024

There were 134 American Indian students enrolled in Emmet County schools in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Michigan Department of Education.

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Cities located in Emmet County saw an FDA inspection of 1 company in Q4 2023

By North Michigan News | Apr 22, 2024

There was one company in a city associated with Emmet County that received an FDA inspection in the fourth quarter of 2023, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Association.

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Nmu track and field heads to St. Norbert; lacrosse faces Concordia-St. Paul

By North Michigan News | Apr 22, 2024

The Northern Michigan University (NMU) athletics teams are preparing for a busy weekend of competition. The track and field team will participate in the St. Norbert College Invite in De Pere, Wisconsin, marking their final event before the GLIAC Outdoor Championships. This follows a successful previous weekend where the team secured six first-place finishes along with several podium placements.

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Hale Area Schools welcomed 343 students in 2022-23 school year

By North Michigan News | Apr 21, 2024

There were 343 students enrolled in Hale Area Schools in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Michigan Department of Education.

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How many companies were inspected by the FDA in cities located in Cheboygan County in Q4 2023?

By North Michigan News | Apr 21, 2024

There was one company in a city associated with Cheboygan County that received an FDA inspection in the fourth quarter of 2023, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Association.

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1 gas station in cities throughout Alcona County had the cheapest midgrade gas in week ending Apr. 20

By North Michigan News | Apr 21, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Alcona County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 20, according to GasBuddy.com.

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1 gas station in cities throughout Otsego County had the cheapest regular gas in week ending Apr. 20

By North Michigan News | Apr 21, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Otsego County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 20, according to GasBuddy.com.

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197 American Indian students enrolled in Grand Traverse County schools in 2022-23 school year

By North Michigan News | Apr 21, 2024

There were 197 American Indian students enrolled in Grand Traverse County schools in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Michigan Department of Education.

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Enrollment Analysis: Hispanic students comprised 2.6% of Emmet County's student body in 2022-23 school year

By North Michigan News | Apr 21, 2024

There were 108 Hispanic students enrolled in Emmet County schools in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Michigan Department of Education.

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Enrollment Analysis: Hawaiian students comprised 0.1% of Kalkaska County's student body in 2022-23 school year

By North Michigan News | Apr 21, 2024

There was one Hawaiian student enrolled in Kalkaska County schools in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Michigan Department of Education.

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Grand Valley State defeats Northern Michigan in women's lacrosse

By North Michigan News | Apr 21, 2024

The Northern Michigan University women's lacrosse team faced a challenging match against Grand Valley State University, ranked 7th and 8th nationally. The game concluded with a decisive 13-2 victory for the Lakers in Allendale, Michigan.