North Michigan News

In 2022, residents of Iosco County received an average of $18,187 per capita in government transfer payments—ranking it seventh highest in Michigan.

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Percentage of economically disadvantaged students ready for college falls in Oscoda Area Schools in 2022-23 school year

Economically disadvantaged students' college readiness declined in Oscoda Area Schools during the 2022-23 school year.

NMU athletics schedule set for March 31 to April 6 events

Northern Michigan University (NMU) athletics will be hosting several events this upcoming week featuring their golf, track and field, and lacrosse teams.

Flyer Spring Invitational starts with NMU tied for ninth place after first round

The NMU golf team has completed the first round of the Flyer Spring Invitational, ending day one in a tie for ninth place among 13 teams.

NMU athletics roundup: skiing, lacrosse, and track events recap

Northern Michigan University (NMU) saw a competitive weekend on multiple sports fronts between March 26 and March 30, 2025.

NMU women's golf team positioned eighth at Flyer Invite's first round

The NMU women's golf team has taken the eighth position out of 12 teams after the first round of the Flyer Spring Invite in Wheaton, Illinois.

Antrim County: Residents received $64.87 million per capita from Medicaid transfers in 2022

In 2022, Medicaid transfers made up 4.8% of income in Antrim County, providing an average of $2,675 per capita to residents.

Alpena Public Schools Education: Economically disadvantaged students recorded lower performance in 2022-23 SAT

Economically disadvantaged students' college readiness declined in Alpena Public Schools during the 2022-23 school year.

Grand Valley Lakers defeat Northern Michigan Wildcats in overtime thriller

The Northern Michigan women's lacrosse team experienced a narrow loss to Grand Valley State Lakers, with the match concluding at 12-11 in overtime.

Kraftson leads NMU men's nordic ski team in SuperTour Finals 40k race

The NMU men's nordic ski team concluded its season at the SuperTour Finals held in Lake Placid, New York.

NMU ends ski season at SuperTour Finals with Nilssen and Richter finishing strong

The NMU women's nordic ski season concluded today with a challenging 40k classic mass start at the SuperTour Finals held in Lake Placid, New York.

Cheboygan County: Medicaid dependency reached 4.6% in 2022

In 2022, Medicaid transfers made up 4.6% of income in Cheboygan County, providing an average of $2,169 per capita to residents.

Economically disadvantaged students from Lake City Area School District had worse performance on 2022-23 SAT

Economically disadvantaged students' college readiness declined in Lake City Area School District during the 2022-23 school year.

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North Michigan News area weekly mass times

The following parishes in the North Michigan News coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

NMU nordic ski teams secure top-15 finishes at SuperTour Finals

The NMU nordic ski team participated in the 4 x 5k mixed relay event at the SuperTour finals in Lake Placid, New York.

Northern Michigan University men's golf team preps for Flyer Spring Invite in Illinois

The Northern Michigan University men's golf team is preparing to participate in the Flyer Spring Invite taking place in Wheaton, Illinois.

Northern Michigan University women's golf team to compete in Flyer Spring Invite

The Northern Michigan University Women's Golf team is preparing for the upcoming Flyer Spring Invite, which will be hosted by Lewis University at the Cantigny Golf Club in Wheaton, Illinois.

Manistee County: Medicaid made up 8.3% of total income in 2022