April 2025

REAL ID deadline is May 7

With the May 7 federal REAL ID deadline fast approaching that will require compliant identification to fly in the United States, Michigan Secretary of State offices offer a fast and easy way for customers to upgrade their driver’s license or ID. Despite the heavier volume throughout the state, most customers are still in and out of the office in 20 minutes or less.
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David Bahrman

David Bahrman, age 67, sadly did not survive open-heart surgery undertaken on April 17, 2025, at a Detroit hospital, having been airlifted there on April 2.
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Lassila earns academic honor

Savannah Lassila, a senior at Munising High School and future United States Space Force enlistee, has been named one of the 2025 Excellence in Education Scholars — an honor reserved for the top 5 percent of graduating seniors across Marquette and Alger counties.
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