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Whether it’s advancing to the next grade or high school graduation, this time of year is full of big transitions — and the big feelings that can accompany them — for parents and kids alike.

When Becky Burns stepped in front of the Michigan House Appropriations Subcommittee on Military and Veterans Affairs on April 24, she wasn’t just speaking for herself. She was standing up for more than 800 veterans and their families in Alger County — and sounding an alarm over a grant reduction that could have serious consequences for rural veterans across the state.

Frog Hollow flood sends resident on kayak excursion

Contrary to rumors circulating around town, White Pine Lodge in Christmas will remain open.

MHS students to compete in forensics finals

The Munising City Commission took action this month on several notable items with lasting community impact, including major grant-supported infrastructure projects, fire department upgrades and the formal approval of a new greenhouse operation downtown.

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.