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News from February 2024

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Cheapest midgrade gas in cities across Oscoda County in week ending Feb. 24

By North Michigan News | Feb 27, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Oscoda County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Feb. 24, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Who voted in Western Township of Green Lake: Precinct Green Lake Township 00002 during 2020 Presidential Election?

By North Michigan News | Feb 27, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a North Michigan News analysis of Michigan voter history data shows 1,147 voters in Western Township of Green Lake: Precinct Green Lake Township 00002 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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Iosco County 3rd largest nursing home as of Q4 2023: Lakeview Manor Healthcare Center

By North Michigan News | Feb 27, 2024

Boasting an overall rating of four, Lakeview Manor Healthcare Center was the third largest nursing home in Iosco County during the fourth quarter of 2023.

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Wildcats secure full representation at NCAA Nordic ski national championships

By North Michigan News | Feb 27, 2024

The NCAA Men's and Women's Skiing Committee has announced the selection of participants for the 2024 National Collegiate Men's and Women's Skiing Championships. A total of 74 men and 74 women will compete in the event, which is scheduled to take place from March 6-9 at Steamboat Spring, Colorado. The University of Colorado, Boulder, will host this year's championships.

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Manistee County Districts: White students were most represented ethnicity in 2022-23 school year

By North Michigan News | Feb 27, 2024

The most prevalent ethnicity in the Manistee County districts' student body in the 2022-23 school year was white, according to the Michigan Department of Education.

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Rep. Borton: Feet-dragging on school safety must end

By North Michigan News | Feb 27, 2024

State Rep. Ken Borton, R-Gaylord, has urged action on a bipartisan school safety plan that has yet to receive attention from the House Education Committee. Borton emphasized the importance of prioritizing school safety resources and initiatives, especially in the wake of the Oxford High School shooting in 2021.“A bipartisan package to keep our kids safe seems like the perfect thing for the House to work on while we’re split 54-54,” Borton stated. He further added, “We need to refocus our attention away from inconsequential bills with limited impact and get back to the...

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Bergman Calls on Senate to Pass House Border Bill

By North Michigan News | Feb 27, 2024

Rep. Jack Bergman has called on the Senate to take action on H.R. 2, the Secure the Border Act, in order to address the critical situation at the southern border. Bergman emphasized the urgency of the matter, stating, “It’s long past time the Senate take up H.R. 2, the Secure the Border Act, to secure our southern border and end this crisis.”Highlighting the escalating issues at the border, including crime, fentanyl overdoses, and illegal crossings, Bergman expressed concern about the potential catastrophe if immediate action is not taken. He criticized the current border...

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Rep. Cavitt Hosting Local Art Contest for High School Students

By North Michigan News | Feb 27, 2024

State Rep. Cam Cavitt, R-Cheboygan, is hosting an art contest for local high school students. The competition aims to provide students with a platform to showcase their artistic talents and creativity.The winner of the contest will have a unique opportunity, as mentioned by Cavitt, "The winner will be invited to Lansing to be a legislator for a day." This experience will give the student a glimpse into the world of legislation and governance.Students participating in the contest are required to create an art piece that reflects the essence of Northeast Michigan. The...

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Wexford County's districts student body comprised mostly of white students in 2022-23 school year

By North Michigan News | Feb 26, 2024

The most prevalent ethnicity in the Wexford County districts' student body in the 2022-23 school year was white, according to the Michigan Department of Education.

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Grandvue Medical Care Facility, a public facility, had a rating of 5 in Q4 2023

By North Michigan News | Feb 26, 2024

Owned by County of Charlevoix since Oct. 26, 1958, Grandvue Medical Care Facility boasted an overall rating of five in the fourth quarter of 2023.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on premium gas in cities in Ogemaw County in week ending Feb. 24?

By North Michigan News | Feb 26, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Ogemaw County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Feb. 24, according to GasBuddy.com.

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

By North Michigan News | Feb 26, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a North Michigan News analysis of Michigan voter history data shows 671 voters in Central Township of Greenwood: Precinct Greenwood Township 00001 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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Review of 2020 Presidential Election voting trends in Central Township of Otsego Lake: Precinct Otsego Lake Township 00001

By North Michigan News | Feb 26, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a North Michigan News analysis of Michigan voter history data shows 1,675 voters in Central Township of Otsego Lake: Precinct Otsego Lake 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. 24?

By North Michigan News | Feb 26, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Otsego County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Feb. 24, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Iosco County Medical Care Facility Q4 2023’s 2nd largest nursing home in Iosco County

By North Michigan News | Feb 26, 2024

With an overall rating of three, Iosco County Medical Care Facility was the second largest nursing home in Iosco County during the fourth quarter of 2023.

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Examining 2020 Presidential Election voter turnout in Central SW Township of East Bay: Precinct East Bay Township 00002

By North Michigan News | Feb 26, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a North Michigan News analysis of Michigan voter history data shows 1,427 voters in Central SW Township of East Bay: Precinct East Bay Township 00002 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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Northern Michigan secures second place at NCAA regional skiing championships

By North Michigan News | Feb 26, 2024

The Northern Michigan University (NMU) men's and women's Nordic ski teams concluded their participation in the NCAA Central Regional Skiing Championships over the weekend, securing seven out of twelve podium spots across two days of competition. The Wildcats finished second overall with a team score of 205, narrowly missing first place to Michigan Tech, which scored 212.

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Northern Michigan wrestlers qualify for nationals after regional success

By North Michigan News | Feb 26, 2024

The Northern Michigan wrestling team secured fourth place out of nine teams at the NCWWC Northwest Regional Qualifier held in Naperville, Illinois. The event saw three of its wrestlers earn qualifications for the national competition: Zhivanna Magdaleno, Marisa Angelos, and Alissa Caltagirone.

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

By North Michigan News | Feb 26, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a North Michigan News analysis of Michigan voter history data shows 1,372 voters in Central Township of Livingston: Precinct Livingston Township 00001 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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How many students were enrolled in Crawford County schools in 2022-23 school year?

By North Michigan News | Feb 26, 2024

There were 1% less students enrolled in Crawford County schools in the 2022-23 school year.