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News from May 2024

NMU golfers receive All-GLIAC honors for outstanding performances

By North Michigan News | May 8, 2024

Three Northern Michigan University (NMU) golfers have been recognized with All-GLIAC honors. Maya Hunter, Russel Sprecher, and Alyssa Yaggie received accolades for their performances in the Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (GLIAC).

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Rep. Cavitt Welcomes Newly Ordained Deacon Chambers for House Prayer

By North Michigan News | May 8, 2024

State Rep. Cam Cavitt on Tuesday welcomed Deacon Curtis Chambers to the State House to give the invocation. Chambers was just ordained as a Deacon in the Catholic Church on April 20.

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Northern Michigan athletes vie for NCAA spots at Illinois meets

By North Michigan News | May 8, 2024

Six athletes from Northern Michigan University's track and field team are set to compete in Illinois this weekend. They aim to secure NCAA qualifying times or marks for the upcoming NCAA Championships.

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Maya Hunter finishes fourth among individuals at NCAA East Regional

By North Michigan News | May 8, 2024

Maya Hunter concluded her participation in the NCAA Tournament at Carmel, Indiana, with a solid performance in the third round. She climbed four spots on the leaderboard after shooting a +4 (76), bringing her overall score to +17 (83, 74, 76 - 233). This result places her fifth all-time in program history.

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Avery Smitz, former Roscommon High School softball player will compete with her collegiate team for the NCAA D2 Softball Championship

By North Michigan News | May 8, 2024

First game takes place on Thursday, May 9.

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Ashlyn Lundquist, former Cadillac Senior High School softball player will compete with her collegiate team for the NCAA D2 Softball Championship

By North Michigan News | May 8, 2024

They open the tournament against Trevecca Nazarene Trojans.

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Brittany Steimel, former Traverse City West Senior High School softball player will compete with her collegiate team for the NCAA D2 Softball Championship

By North Michigan News | May 8, 2024

Her team enters the tournament as a number seven seed.

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Cheapest diesel in cities across Manistee County in week ending May 4

By North Michigan News | May 7, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Manistee County was found at a single gas station in the week ending May 4, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Alcona County in week ending May 4?

By North Michigan News | May 7, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Alcona County was found at a single gas station in the week ending May 4, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Enrollment Analysis: White students comprised 69% of Manistee County's student body in 2022-23 school year

By North Michigan News | May 7, 2024

There were 4,143 white students enrolled in Manistee County schools in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Michigan Department of Education.

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Beaver Island Community School welcomed 52 students in 2022-23 school year

By North Michigan News | May 7, 2024

There were 52 students enrolled in Beaver Island Community School in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Michigan Department of Education.

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1 gas station in cities throughout Montmorency County had the cheapest diesel in week ending May 4

By North Michigan News | May 7, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Montmorency County was found at a single gas station in the week ending May 4, according to GasBuddy.com.

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How many American Indian students were enrolled in Kalkaska County schools in 2022-23 school year?

By North Michigan News | May 7, 2024

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

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Enrollment Analysis: Multiracial students comprised 2.5% of Roscommon County's student body in 2022-23 school year

By North Michigan News | May 7, 2024

There were 70 multiracial students enrolled in Roscommon County schools in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Michigan Department of Education.

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Rep. Markkanen, EGLE announce $10 million in community grants

By North Michigan News | May 7, 2024

State Rep. Greg Markkanen on Tuesday joined the Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy in announcing nearly $10 million in grants awarded to the City of Ironwood, Oceola Township, the Village of Calumet, the City of Houghton, and Crystal Falls Township. The grants will fund lead service line and water main replacements.

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Maya Hunter advances after strong second round at NCAA East Regional

By North Michigan News | May 7, 2024

Maya Hunter, a golfer competing in the NCAA East Regional tournament in Carmel, Indiana, made significant progress during the second round of play. After a challenging first round, Hunter improved her position by 28 spots to tie for 23rd place as she heads into the third round.

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Rep. Markkanen: Celebrate teacher appreciation week by letting them keep their pensions

By North Michigan News | May 7, 2024

State Rep. Greg Markkanen on Tuesday called for Lansing Democrats to celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week in Michigan by ditching their plan to raid the teacher retirement system.

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Alba Public Schools Education: 96 students were enrolled in schools in 2022-23 school year

By North Michigan News | May 6, 2024

For the 2022-23 school year, Alba Public Schools reported a decrease in enrollment numbers compared to the previous year, with one less students being enrolled.

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Cheapest regular gas in cities across Presque Isle County in week ending May 4

By North Michigan News | May 6, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Presque Isle County was found at a single gas station in the week ending May 4, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Rep. Cavitt Offers Assistance to Students with FAFSA Process

By North Michigan News | May 6, 2024

State Rep. Cam Cavitt has extended a helping hand to students grappling with the complexities of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) process. As reported on May 6, 2024, students encountering issues with FAFSA are urged to reach out to Rep. Cavitt's office for guidance and support.FAFSA, a crucial step in securing financial aid for higher education, has encountered significant delays this year, causing distress among students striving to meet the June 30 application deadline imposed by most universities and colleges. Rep. Cavitt, representing Cheboygan,...