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Law enforcement just improved in Upper Peninsula

Law enforcement in the Upper Peninsula just got a much-needed boost with the long-awaited opening of the new Negaunee Regional Communication Center. Sited at the Michigan State Police post along U.S. 41 in Negaunee Township, the facility has been several years in the planning and construction phases, MSP officials tell us. NRCC Dispatch Director Benjamin Watson said for a Mining Journal story on the matter that the center represented a $4 million investment from the state. “It was an investment for the entire Upper Peninsula,” Watson said. “This will serve as the whole 8th ...

Strengthening El Nino may deliver mild winter to U.P.

IRON MOUNTAIN — A mild winter may be ahead for the Upper Peninsula, though surprises could accompany a strengthening El Nino, forecasters say. “El Nino is upon us,” AccuWeather meteorologist Paul Pastelok said. “It came on strong in late summer, and it will continue to be strong and a dominating factor going into our winter forecast.” El Nino is marked by warmer-than-normal waters in the eastern Pacific Ocean and will likely affect weather patterns well into 2024. It’s the flip side to La Nina, which has ruled the past three winters. “December should be mild overall ...

Breast Health Nurse Navigators can help

HOUGHTON — Getting an abnormal breast screening report is scary. And confusing. You’ve had a mammogram or an ultrasound or MRI, and it’s come back “abnormal.” What do you do next? How can you find out what this means? Is it cancer? A new program just started in July at Aspirus-Keweenaw can ease women’s minds, answer their questions and help them navigate the complexities of the health care system. Three highly trained breast health nurse navigators assigned to the Keweenaw are guiding women through the next steps, answering their questions, making sure they get accurate ...

Bellin Health introduces free physical therapy screenings

LUXEMBURG, Wis. — Bellin Health is shining a spotlight on physical therapy offerings in outlying areas with a free PT screenings event from 3-5 p.m. Oct. 23 at Bellin Health Luxemburg, 140 School Creek Trail B. These screenings will be conducted by experienced physical therapist Alexander Peterson and will include a comprehensive movement analysis, along with strategies to improve pain and help individuals return to their normal activities. Individuals may register for the free community screening event by calling 920-845-1370. Bellin Health’s Luxemburg, Kewaunee and Algoma ...

U.P. medical students earn Mazzuchi scholarships

By Journal Staff MARQUETTE — Medical students from the Michigan State University College of Human Medicine, U.P. Campus, were named to receive the Mazzuchi Scholarship. The six recipients are Robert Dubisky, Katrina Elzinga, Lloyd Mercier, Karmyn Polakowski, Lindsay Sandell and Caleb ...

Delta chamber honors community leaders at annual dinner

HARRIS — Music was in the air at the Island Resort and Casino Thursday for the Delta County Chamber of Commerce Annual Dinner, a celebration of individuals and businesses that have made an impact on the community. This year, the theme of the event was “Sounds of Music.” Following a ...