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BraveBots fate uncertain

GLADSTONE — The fate of the BraveBots, the robotics team for Gladstone High School that has ranked on a global stage in recent years, remains uncertain after the coach's resignation last month. FIRST Robotics Competition is an international high school-level competition that challenges ...

NMU focuses on affordability

MARQUETTE, Mich. – As the cost of higher education remains a primary concern for students and families across the country, Northern Michigan University is implementing new ways to help students seeking two-year and four-year degrees enroll and succeed at NMU and in their careers after graduation, regardless of income level. “As inflation rises and state support for its four-year, regional comprehensive universities remains flat, the increase in costs will continue to be borne by students,” said NMU President Chris Olsen. “However, we believe at NMU that a degree should be ...

Bay College seeks 2027 Distinguished Alumni nominations

Bay College Seeks 2027 Distinguished Alumni Nominations Submit an application online before December 1, 2026, to be considered for the 2027 Distinguished Alumni of the Year Award. ESCANABA & IRON MOUNTAIN, Mich. — The Bay College Alumni Association is seeking nominations for the 2027 ...

MSP Sergeant receives 2026 Negotiator of the Year Award

UPPER PENINSULA, Mich. — A sergeant from the Michigan State Police (MSP) St. Ignace Post has received a statewide award for his work as a negotiator. Sgt. Jacob Hubbard’s actions during a high-risk incident demonstrate the important role negotiators play in helping law enforcement resolve dangerous situations and protect lives. Sgt. Hubbard was presented with the 2026 Michigan Association of Hostage Negotiator’s “Negotiator of the Year” award for his role in helping bring a dangerous situation to a safe resolution in Marquette County in January 2026. While there were other ...

Webster students showcase reading skills

ESCANABA — During their regular board meeting Monday, the Escanaba Area Public Schools (EAPS) Board of Education observed significant strides the district's young ‘Mos have taken in their early literacy education. Students from Lisa Willis' classroom at Webster Kindergarten Center who ...