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Appointments to state boards and commissions made

ESCANABA — A number of state residents, including one from the Upper Peninsula, were appointed recently to state boards and commissions. • Michigan Council for Rehabilitation Services Carol Bergquist, of Escanaba, is the director of vocational rehabilitation services for the Hannahville Indian Community. Bergquist holds a Bachelor of Science in education from the University of Wisconsin and a Master of Arts in rehabilitation counseling, Doctor of Philosophy in rehabilitation counseling, and a certification in special education administration from Michigan State University. Carol ...

UP Health System–Marquette awarded on Newsweek’s list of America’s Best Physical Rehabilitation Centers 2026

MARQUETTE — UP Health System–Marquette has been awarded on Newsweek’s list of America’s Best Physical Rehabilitation Centers 2026. This award is presented by Newsweek and Statista Inc., the leading statistics portal and industry ranking provider. The award list was announced in August and can be viewed on Newsweek’s website.

The America’s Best Physical Rehabilitation Centers 2026 ranking awards the leading physical rehabilitation facilities in the U.S. The 25 states with the most facilities according to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services were ranked ...

Talking treaties at MRHC

MARQUETTE — In conjunction with the celebration of America’s independence, the Marquette Regional History Center is focusing on the Native American treaties in our region. Hosting a 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 18 program at the center will be Jason Schlender, the executive administrator at ...

Keweenaw County Board sets one-year timeline for ending county zoning

EAGLE RIVER — The Keweenaw County Board of Commissioners voted Wednesday to adopt a strict one-year timeline to phase out countywide zoning, establishing a definitive “dead stop” for county-funded zoning. The vote was four in favor, with Commissioner Mike LaMotte abstaining. Board Vice Chair Del Rajala questioned the county's ability to fund zoning for another year. "I have one question as to when the suggestions start time would be once everything is accomplished. Knowing very well the funding timelines that we're up against," Rajala said. "What are we going to do about ...

NARFE chapter 1900 meeting set

MARQUETTE — The National Active and Retired Federal Employees (NARFE) Chapter 1900 will meet by Zoom only at noon, Wednesday via Zoom. Chapter President Dale Ollila will report on the NARFE State Federation board meeting, held in Port Huron earlier this month. Chapter members will receive the Zoom link by email. Members who are not on the Chapter email distribution and who want to receive the Zoom link and passcode should email narfe1900.scty@gmail.com. Any active or retired federal employees are invited to attend NARFE meetings. Non-members are welcome as guests. NARFE Chapter 1900 ...

NMU to Host MiKickoff event Nov. 6

MARQUETTE – High school juniors and seniors from around the Upper Peninsula have been invited to participate in the next MiKickoff event, scheduled to take place on Nov. 6 at the Jacobetti Complex on Northern Michigan University’s campus, according to a university written statement. Created by the Michigan Department of Lifelong Education, Advancement and Potential, the event is part of a regional series designed to help high school students without a plan to further their education, connect their interests, strengths and ambitions to clear next steps after high school. It is the ...