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Tribal nations in Michigan withdraw from Line 5 tunnel project discussions

Six Michigan-based tribes have withdrawn from federal discussions over the proposed Line 5 oil pipeline tunnel, calling it “unacceptable” that a permit for the controversial project is expected to be issued soon in accordance with an executive order by President Donald Trump declaring a ...

Postmaster General Louis DeJoy resigns after 5 years in the position

The head of the beleaguered U.S. Postal Service, Louis DeJoy, resigned Monday after nearly five years in the position, leaving as President Donald Trump and Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency have floated the idea of privatizing mail service. DeJoy had said last month he ...

House fire causes extensive damage late Sunday in Kingsford

KINGSFORD — Fire caused extensive damage late Sunday to a Kingsford Heights home, but authorities said the residence was unoccupied at the time and no injuries were reported. A neighbor called 911 about 11:45 p.m. after seeing flames coming out of the roof at 913 Turner Road. Kingsford ...

Whitmer proposes higher fees on hunting and fishing licenses

ALPENA — Hunters in Michigan may pay more for their hunting and fishing licenses come fall. According to the Detroit Free Press, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s proposed budget for the 2026 fiscal year, starting Oct. 1, suggests raising hunting license rates for resident and nonresident ...

Ishpeming Elks Lodge set to host free Easter dinner

ISHPEMING — The Ishpeming Elks Lodge will once again be hosting a free Easter dinner from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sunday, April 20, at 597 Lakeshore Drive in Ishpeming. The event is free to all and will be open for dine-in and takeout options. Diners can expect to find a classic Easter ...