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News from February 2024

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Bergman Expresses Discontent with USPS Postponement of Public Input Meeting

By North Michigan News | Feb 8, 2024

Representative Jack Bergman has expressed his deep discontent with the United States Postal Service's (USPS) decision to indefinitely postpone a scheduled public input meeting for the Mail Processing Facility Review (MPFR) of the Iron Mountain Processing and Distribution Center (P&DC) in Kingsford, MI. Bergman's office has received numerous concerns from citizens and businesses in the Upper Peninsula regarding the proposed changes at the facility.In a letter addressed to USPS Postmaster General Louis DeJoy, Bergman highlighted the lack of notice provided by the USPS...

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U.P. Lawmakers Oppose USPS Plan to Shift Mail Processing

By North Michigan News | Feb 8, 2024

LANSING, Mich. - Lawmakers from the Upper Peninsula (U.P.) of Michigan are expressing their opposition to the U.S. Postal Service's (USPS) plan to modify mail service in the region. The plan includes discontinuing the processing of outgoing mail at the facility in Kingsford and potentially shifting mail processing to Green Bay, Wisconsin.Sen. Ed McBroom, R-Waucedah Township, stated, "We are speaking with one voice to oppose this terrible plan to reduce postal services to the people of the U.P." He criticized the USPS for manipulating information and not providing a clear...

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In 2022-23 school year, white students had highest representation in Montmorency County schools

By North Michigan News | Feb 8, 2024

In Montmorency County schools, there were more white students than any other individual ethnicity in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Michigan Department of Education.

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How did Central Township of Gustin: Precinct Gustin Township 00001 residents vote in 2020 Presidential Election?

By North Michigan News | Feb 7, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a North Michigan News analysis of Michigan voter history data shows 375 voters in Central Township of Gustin: Precinct Gustin Township 00001 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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What was most represented ethnicity in Presque Isle County schools in 2022-23 school year?

By North Michigan News | Feb 7, 2024

In Presque Isle County schools, there were more white students than any other individual ethnicity in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Michigan Department of Education.

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Michigan Education: 3,626 students enrolled in Charlevoix County school districts in 2022-23 school year

By North Michigan News | Feb 7, 2024

Charlevoix County school districts enrolled 3,626 students in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Michigan Department of Education.

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Examining 2020 Presidential Election voter turnout in Central Township of Markey: Precinct Markey Township 00001

By North Michigan News | Feb 7, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a North Michigan News analysis of Michigan voter history data shows 1,356 voters in Central Township of Markey: Precinct Markey Township 00001 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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How did Central Township of Kearney: Precinct Kearney Township 00001 residents vote in 2020 Presidential Election?

By North Michigan News | Feb 7, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a North Michigan News analysis of Michigan voter history data shows 1,030 voters in Central Township of Kearney: Precinct Kearney Township 00001 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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Examining 2020 Presidential Election voter turnout in Central Township of Edwards: Precinct Edwards Township 00001

By North Michigan News | Feb 7, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a North Michigan News analysis of Michigan voter history data shows 758 voters in Central Township of Edwards: Precinct Edwards Township 00001 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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Who voted in Central Township of Nester: Precinct Nester Township 00001 during 2020 Presidential Election?

By North Michigan News | Feb 7, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a North Michigan News analysis of Michigan voter history data shows 195 voters in Central Township of Nester: Precinct Nester Township 00001 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Otsego County in week ending Feb. 3?

By North Michigan News | Feb 7, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Otsego County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Feb. 3, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Rep. Cavitt: Somebody must pay for governor’s spending, likely rural Michigan

By North Michigan News | Feb 7, 2024

State Representative Cam Cavitt, a Republican from Cheboygan, expressed his concerns regarding the governor's executive budget recommendations. Cavitt, who serves as the vice chair of the House Military and Veterans Affairs and State Police Appropriations subcommittee, criticized the governor for her continued excessive spending and lack of consideration for rural areas in Michigan.Cavitt stated, "Today, the governor gave us no hope that she will veer away from the radical spending spree that’s come to define her time in office. Instead of returning money to the taxpayers...

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Rep. Borton Criticizes Governor's Budget Recommendations

By North Michigan News | Feb 7, 2024

Rep. Ken Borton, R-Gaylord, expressed his concerns regarding the governor's executive budget recommendations in a statement released today. As a member of the House Appropriations Committee and the vice chair of the Agriculture and Rural Development Appropriations subcommittee, Borton questioned the governor's approach to spending taxpayer dollars.Comparing the governor to a friend who enjoys an expensive dinner but conveniently disappears before the bill arrives, Borton highlighted the potential burden that the public might have to bear. He stated, "I hope the public...

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Women's Swim and Dive heads to GLIAC Championship meet

By North Michigan News | Feb 7, 2024

The Women's Swim and Dive team is set to travel to Holland for the GLIAC Championship meet this weekend. The competition will take place at the Holland Aquatic Center from Friday through Monday, with events starting each day at 10 a.m.

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Great Lakes Lawmakers Introduce Legislation to Extend Great Lakes Protections

By North Michigan News | Feb 7, 2024

Yesterday, lawmakers in the Great Lakes region introduced the bipartisan Great Lakes Restoration Initiative Act of 2024, which aims to extend the critical program for another five years through 2031. The bill also seeks to increase annual funding levels from $475 million in 2026 to $500 million from 2027 through 2031. The Great Lakes Restoration Initiative (GLRI) is considered the most significant investment ever made to restore and protect the Great Lakes.Representative Jack Bergman, who represents Michigan's First District, emphasized the importance of protecting the...

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There were 9 multiracial students enrolled in Mancelona Public Schools in 2022-23 school year

By North Michigan News | Feb 7, 2024

In Mancelona Public Schools 1% of students identified as multiracial in the 2022-23 school year.

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2021: Presque Isle County residents have median age of 56

By North Michigan News | Feb 7, 2024

Presque Isle County residents have a median age of 56-years-old as of 2021, according to US Census Data.

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U.P. Lawmakers Oppose Postal Service's Plan to Shift Mail Processing

By North Michigan News | Feb 7, 2024

LANSING, Mich. - Lawmakers from Michigan's Upper Peninsula (U.P.) are expressing their strong opposition to the U.S. Postal Service's plans to modify mail service in the region. Specifically, they are opposing the discontinuation of outgoing mail processing at the facility in Kingsford.Sen. Ed McBroom, R-Waucedah Township, stated, "We are speaking with one voice to oppose this terrible plan to reduce postal services to the people of the U.P." He emphasized that there is no partisan divide on this issue and accused the Postal Service of manipulating information to push...

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U.P. Lawmakers Oppose USPS Plan to Shift Mail Processing from Iron Mountain to Green Bay

By North Michigan News | Feb 7, 2024

A delegation of legislators from Michigan's Upper Peninsula (U.P.) is speaking out against the U.S. Postal Service's proposed changes to mail service in the region. The USPS plans to discontinue the processing of outgoing mail at the facility in Kingsford and shift it to Green Bay. The lawmakers argue that this move would reduce postal services to the people of the U.P."We are speaking with one voice to oppose this terrible plan to reduce postal services to the people of the U.P.," said Sen. Ed McBroom, R-Waucedah Township. "There is no partisan divide here. The U.S....

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How many multiracial students were enrolled in Kingsley Area Schools in 2022-23 school year?

By North Michigan News | Feb 6, 2024

There were nine multiracial students enrolled in Kingsley Area Schools schools in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Michigan Department of Education.