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M-28 project in Baraga, Houghton counties begins May 11

BARAGA — On May 11, the Michigan Department of Transportation will begin a $7.2 million project to resurface more than 21 miles of M-28 in Baraga and Houghton counties, from the Houghton/Ontonagon county line to Leo South Road.   The project includes asphalt overlay, cold milling, culvert ...

Bankers group names Banker of the Year

SAULT STE. MARIE — The Michigan Bankers Association has recognized Mark R. Savoie, president and CEO, Central Savings Bank, as the recipient of the 2026 MBA Banker of the Year award. The MBA Board of Directors selected Savoie for this honor in recognition of his dedication to the MBA, ...

Crowdfunding campaign launched for ‘Escanaba on Ice’

ESCANABA – A local nonprofit Enhance Escanaba is leading the charge to create a universally accessible refrigerated ice-skating rink at Ludington Park. This project will be fulfilled through the anticipated success of a crowdfunding campaign that the Michigan Economic Development ...

Application period for Michigan elk hunt opens Friday

MARQUETTE — With the application period for Michigan’s elk season opening Friday, May 1, hunters should be aware of several key changes to the popular hunt. On April 8, the Michigan Natural Resources Commission voted to establish elk hunting regulations for the 2026 and 2027 seasons. ...