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A cause for concern

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LANSING — With the state budget still in the discussion phase, each branch of state government has presented its version of a budget. The Michigan House’s version makes cuts in spending, and the chief of the DNR's Fisheries Division, Randy Claramunt, has concerns as to how budget cuts could ...

Protect yourself

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The Michigan Department of Natural Resources reminds waterfowl hunters to protect themselves and domestic animals amid ongoing cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI). Commonly known as “bird flu,” HPAI is a highly contagious respiratory disease that causes sickness and sometimes ...

2025 Deer Hunting Preview

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As Michigan’s 2025 deer season gets underway, the Department of Natural Resources has provided observations, considerations and tips for deer hunters who are preparing to hit the woods and fields. Introduction (all regions) Following is a brief overview of recent data, trends, and ...

On hold

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LAURIUM – The Splashing Through Laurium Splash Pad will not open this year, says Village Manager Ian Lewis. “Unfortunately,” he said, “certain things just didn’t come in on time.” Additionally, the village was unable to get all aspects of the splash pad completed prior to the ...

Michigan seeing fewer Canadians

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LANSING – So far this year, the United States has seen a large drop in Canadian visitors, and Michigan is no exception to the national trend. Each month in 2025, the United States has seen less Canadian inbound traffic than the previous year, according to Statistics Canada. The number of ...

Ishpeming holds first powwow in 22 years

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ISHPEMING — Ishpeming saw its first powwow in more than two decades Sunday, with 200-plus in attendance of the Jiikakamiigad powwow at the Mining Heritage Pavilion at Lake Bancroft Park. “I mean it when I say my words can’t say enough truly, on how grateful I am to all of you,” said ...