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Average long-term US mortgage rate ticks down to 6.84%

WASHINGTON (AP) — The average rate on a 30-year U.S. mortgage fell modestly for the second straight week, but home borrowing costs remain elevated. The long-term rate inched back to 6.84% from 6.85% last week, mortgage buyer Freddie Mac said Thursday. A year ago, the rate averaged ...

Consumer sentiment rises for 1st time this yea

WASHINGTON (AP) — Consumer sentiment increased in June for the first time in six months, the latest sign that Americans' views of the economy have improved as inflation has stayed tame and the Trump administration has reached a truce in its trade fight with China. The preliminary reading of ...

Column: Delta County Chamber gets new members

ESCANABA — Each month, board members have the pleasure of welcoming new businesses into the Delta County Chamber of Commerce and with each new member comes a shared commitment to strengthening our local economy. But why do businesses choose to join the Chamber? For many, it's about building ...

Highline hosts construction kickoff party

HARRIS, Mich. — Highline Internet, a leading provider of high-speed fiber optic internet, held its Annual Construction Kick-Off Party, taking place on June 5, 2025, at 3:30 p.m. at the Island Resort and Casino in Harris. "I'm excited to invite media representatives to join us in celebrating ...

Building Connections on the course at the Chamber Golf Outing

The Delta County Chamber of Commerce board of directors and staff extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who made Thursday’s Golf Outing, presented by EMP, a tremendous success. From the first swing to the last putt, it was a beautiful Chamber of Commerce Day filled with great ...