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Trump's tariff threat could impact Canadian economy but may be negotiation tactic, experts say

VANCOUVER, British Columbia (AP) — The U.S. threat of 50% tariffs on Canadian goods will have a ripple effect on the country's economy but also could be a negotiation tactic by the U.S. administration, experts say. The new tariffs, announced by U.S. President Donald Trump on Monday, are scheduled to come into effect Aug. 19. They cover a wide range of goods, including honey, liquor, cement, dairy products, some wood products, hockey sticks, essential oils, perfumes, candles, dog leashes and wigs. They exclude energy products, potash, fish and critical minerals, but would include ...

First Bank IMG promotes DeHaan to AVP

ESCANABA - First Bank Upper Michigan recently announced the promotion of Alex DeHaan to assistant vice president (AVP) and trust officer within the Investment Management Group, which offers a variety of investment services for local clients. DeHaan's promotion follows nearly nine years of ...

Report highlights EAPS' post-COVID academic progress

ESCANABA — Escanaba Area Public Schools (EAPS) Superintendent Coby Fletcher presented trends in academic performance post-COVID-19 to the Escanaba Area Public Schools Board of Education during the board’s recent meeting. A report from Michigan State University’s Education Policy ...

Gubernatorial candidate in Escanaba today

ESCANABA -- Perry Johnson, Republican candidate for Michigan governor, is currently on a "Save the Ticket' tour. On Friday, July 24, Johnson is holding a town hall / meet-and-greet at Upper Hand Brewery in Escanaba. In announcing the tour, his campaign stated: "He will be traveling the state ...

Tour Da Yoop starts today in Manistique

MANISTIQUE — Cyclists from around the world will gather today for the 9th annual Tour Da Yoop, Eh (TDY), one of the Midwest’s most unique endurance cycling events. The 10-day, 1,200-mile journey around Michigan’s Upper Peninsula blends grit, community and purpose. Cyclists will travel ...

Public invited to fresh fish fry today

ESCANABA — Today, a fish fry provided for free to the public comes to the Escanaba Marina. The event is part of “Mi Fresh Fish Fest,” an outreach program providing educational experiences related to Great Lakes Fisheries. It is hosted by Michigan State University's Sea Grant and ...