DNR needs volunteers to mentor youth in outdoor recreation activities at the UP State Fair in Escanaba

July 26, 2021

ESCANABA — If you’re looking for a volunteer opportunity to help young people experience outdoor recreation – helping instill in them a sense of Michigan’s great natural resources heritage and traditions – then the Michigan Department of Natural Resources is looking for you. Mentors are needed to help staff the DNR’s Pocket Park during the Aug. 16-22 Upper Peninsula State Fair. Activities volunteers assist with include helping kids catch and release bluegills in the U.P.-shaped pond, shoot pellet guns or bow and arrow, staffing the fire tower or greeting visitors. “Most ...

Aspirus Health increases same-day appointment availability in two convenient locations

July 26, 2021

LAURIUM – Aspirus Keweenaw Hospital and Clinics is making it easier for patients to get a same-day appointment for health care needs at convenient Aspirus Health locations in Laurium and Houghton. “Our team saw the need to offer more same-day appointments to our community,” said Aspirus Regional Clinic Director Mark Randell. “We know an illness can hit at any time and by offering this service, patients can be seen right away.” Aspirus Houghton Clinic is conveniently located next to Walmart and Country Inn & Suites. The clinic offers multiple services under one roof, including ...

UP Health System – Portage welcomes cardiologist, Ronald Voice, MD, MS

July 26, 2021

HANCOCK — UP Medical Group – Portage Cardiology is pleased to welcome cardiologist, Ronald Voice, MD, MS, to UP Health System – Portage. Dr. Voice offers specialized diagnostic care in medical cardiology. Dr. Voice will see patients for a range of cardiovascular conditions, such as ...

Local exchange student coordinator attends international event

July 26, 2021

LAS VEGAS – Lauren Scherr, of Baraga, recently attended the 30th Anniversary celebration of International Cultural Exchange Services (ICES), a non-profit that promotes global understanding and peace through high school youth exchange. As a top performer for the organization, Scherr was ...

State Treasurer announces grants for distressed municipalities

July 26, 2021

LANSING – State Treasurer Rachael Eubanks today announced a total of $2.7 million is being awarded to 16 municipalities through the Financially Distressed Cities, Villages and Townships (FDCVT) Grant Program. Municipalities can participate in the FDCVT Grant Program if they are experiencing one or more conditions indicative of “probable financial stress” as defined in state law. The grants fund specific projects, services or strategies — including infrastructure and public safety enhancements — that move a city, village or township toward financial stability. “This grant ...

Governor Whitmer makes appointments to boards and commissions

July 22, 2021

LANSING — Today, Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced the following appointments to the Commission on Services to the Aging, Collection Practices Board, Elevator Safety Board, Michigan Gaming Control Board, State Plumbing Board, Michigan Board of Real Estate Appraisers, Residential Builders' and Maintenance and Alteration Contractors' Board, Huron-Clinton Metropolitan Authority Board of Commissioners, Michigan Indigent Defense Commission, Mental Health Diversion Council, and the State Land Bank Authority Board of Directors. Commission on Services to the Aging — Euphemia “Sue” ...