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Hill’s ORV bill advances

House Bill 4515 received unanimous approval from the House Committee on Transportation, Mobility, and Infrastructure. This bill aims to eliminate the expiration of Michigan’s off-road vehicle (ORV) licensing program. The ORV licensing program provides owners with the opportunity to engage in outdoor recreational activities while also contributing to the upkeep of trails and infrastructure that facilitate these experiences. Currently, the program is scheduled to end at the conclusion of the present year.
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Defendant’s outbursts impact 11th Circuit motion day

William John Quarfoot expressed great displeasure with his attorney, the proceedings and any potential plea offers at 11th Circuit Court motion day on Tuesday, May 16 in the Alger County Courthouse. Facing one count of assault with a weapon, Quarfoot repeatedly yelled over his attorney, accused her of making deals against his best interest with the prosecution and claimed that the court lied about bond procedures so he would not receive his money back.
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Judge reverses attorney contempt ruling

Brian Rahilly, 11th Circuit Court judge, has reversed his decision to find Marquette-based attorney George Hyde in contempt. On April 18, Hyde teleconferenced into a hearing for a man facing one charge of operating while intoxicated – third offense and another of operating on a suspended license.
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Billerud employees return with more blastomycosis cases reported

As of Friday, May 12, there have been 118 confirmed or probable cases of blastomycosis among individuals who either work at or have visited the Escanaba Billerud Mill, according to the Public Health Delta and Menominee Counties (PHDM). Out of these cases, 14 individuals have been hospitalized. Additionally, there has been one reported death associated with this outbreak.
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DTMB begins search for the 2023 Michigan Christmas tree

The Michigan Department of Technology, Management & Budget (DTMB) kicks off the search for the tree to grace the Capitol grounds for the 2023 holiday season. DTMB is tasked with the search and harvest of the state Christmas tree and once again asks for the public’s assistance in spotting the perfect tree.
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Munising All-Veterans Memorial renovated

Local veterans groups fundraised to replace the wall due to disrepair and buckling and replace it with a new aluminum fencing. Fundraising efforts provided over $20,000 to the project, which meets the low end of the overall estimated costs, however fundraising is still continuing through the Vietnam Veterans of America for further upkeep and installation costs.
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County Commission approves new opioid policy

The Alger County Commission approved a new opioid policy, which will help train county staff in the use of naloxone and identifying opioid emergencies. After meeting for the committee of the whole on Monday, May 8, the county approved the decision after listening to a presentation from LMAS Health District CEO Nick Derusha and LMAS Nurse Monica Eriksen.
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