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Whitmer statement on Congressional housing bill released

MARQUETTE — Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has released the following statement on the bipartisan 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act, which was passed by Congress and became law without President Trump’s signature. In part, it said, “Housing is fundamental. It’s where we live, raise our families and grow old. Having a home of your own is the centerpiece of the American Dream. But right now, too many Michiganders can’t find affordable housing. There isn’t enough housing, it’s too expensive, and there’s too much red tape to build more. 4 of 5 Americans say ...

West End Players present ‘Steel Magnolias’

IRON RIVER — The West End Players will present Robert Harling’s comedy-drama "Steel Magnolias" for one weekend only at the Windsor Center in Iron River. Directed by Joshua Monsoon, this heartfelt production celebrates friendship, family, resilience, and the remarkable women who support one another through life’s greatest joys and deepest sorrows. Set in Truvy’s Beauty Spot in a small Louisiana town, "Steel Magnolias" blends laugh-out-loud humor with emotional moments that have made it one of America’s most cherished plays. • Performance schedule * Friday, Aug. 7 – 6 ...

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Next generation of drivers equipped with car safety kits

ESCANABA — As teen crash rates peak during the summer months, students in the 906 DRIVE Segment Two driver’s education class received more than just a driving lesson Tuesday — they also went home with free roadside emergency kits, thanks to a partnership between Sam Bernstein Law and the ...

VA interns complete psychology training program

IRON MOUNTAIN – The Oscar G. Johnson VA Medical Center has announced the graduation of two doctoral candidates as psychology interns. Zachary Bertram and Caroline Rogers began their one-year internships in Iron Mountain in July 2025 and graduated July 10, 2026. The Iron Mountain-based VA ...

Riverside Chevrolet sponsors hole-in-one contest at Bay College golf outing


ESCANABA – The Bay College Foundation has recognized Riverside Chevrolet of Escanaba as the 2026 Hole-in-One Sponsor for the 35th “Swing for Scholarships” Golf Outing, taking place on Thursday, July 16 at the Escanaba Country Club. Thanks to Riverside Chevrolet’s support, any golfer ...