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Tuesday, March 10, 2026Michigan Works! Northeast Consortium to Host Registered Apprenticeship Lunch & Learn
Michigan Works! Northeast Consortium to Host Registered Apprenticeship Lunch & Learn and “Race to Talent” Celebration in Alpena ALPENA, Mich. — April 30, 2026 — Michigan Works! Northeast Consortium invites regional employers to the Alpena APlex on April 30th from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. for an interactive Registered Apprenticeship Lunch & Learn and Race to Talent Celebration. This event is designed to help local businesses discover how the Registered Apprenticeship model can help them attract, train, and
Thursday, March 05, 2026Consumers Energy: Help for Winter Bills Available for Customers in Northern Michigan Counties
Consumers Energy: Help for Winter Bills Available for Customers in Northern Michigan CountiesCHEBOYGAN, Mich. March 3, 2026 – Consumers Energy is letting customers in nine Northern Michigan counties know that assistance to help them stay safe, comfortable and warm is available today.The nonprofit Superior Watershed Partnership is enrolling eligible customers today in Consumers Energy’s CARE program, which helps households stay on top of their energy bills. The program is one of several ways Consumers Energy
Wednesday, March 04, 2026Kirtland Community College Announces New Partnership with Central Michigan University
Kirtland Community College Announces New Partnership with Central Michigan University to Expand Transfer OpportunitiesBy Kirtland Community College Communication and Marketing Department GRAYLING, Michigan (March 4, 2026) – Kirtland Community College students planning to transfer to Central Michigan University (CMU) will benefit from a new partnership making the path to a bachelor’s degree clearer and more affordable. Through CMU’s expanded Central Bound program, Kirtland students access coordinated
Tuesday, March 03, 2026GLE Next education program
ATTENTION COMMUNITY LEADERS! Discover what powers our communities at GLE Next—a unique, behind‑the‑scenes experience at Great Lakes Energy, Michigan’s largest electric cooperative. Learn, connect, and see our impact firsthand. &##128205; Boyne City – March 19 &##128205; Newaygo – April 23 Seats are limited—sign up today! gtlakes.com/community-outreach/#gle_next
Thursday, February 26, 2026Kirtland Community College Students Shine with Top Creative Writing and Photography Honors
Kirtland Community College Students Shine with Top Creative Writing and Photography Honors at Michigan LAND ConferenceBy Kirtland Community College Communication and Marketing Department GRAYLING, Michigan (February 24,2026) — Kirtland Community College celebrates two students, Kingsley Backstrom and Mandy Lee Andrews, who received statewide honors at the recent Michigan Liberal Arts Network for Development (LAND) Conference. Among students from other Michigan Community Colleges, Backstrom placed
Thursday, February 26, 2026Gaylord Area Chamber of Commerce Celebrates Community Excellence at 2026 Awards Celebration
Gaylord Area Chamber of Commerce Celebrates Community Excellence at 2026 Awards Celebration Gaylord, MI — The Gaylord Area Chamber of Commerce proudly honored outstanding individuals, businesses, and organizations at its 2026 Awards Celebration, held February 25, 2026, at the Treetops Convention Center. The annual event brought together business and community leaders to recognize those who exemplify leadership, service, and dedication to the Gaylord and Otsego County community. The evening
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Tuesday, February 24, 2026BCBS Guiding you to Smarter, Better, Personalized Health Care
Your members’ benefits package is one of the most meaningful ways they support their employees, and yet many people only tap into it when something goes wrong. The beginning of the year is a natural moment for employees to plan ahead: schedule annual appointments, set health goals, and be proactive about care. We’re sharing simple ways to help your members’ employees better understand and use their benefits throughout the year as well as our latest updates. UPDATES Prescription Drug Data
Tuesday, February 24, 2026Munson Healthcare Foundations Celebrates $1M Gift to Heart Services
Munson Healthcare Foundations Celebrates $1M Gift to Heart Services TRAVERSE CITY, Mich. — In recognition of American Heart Month, Munson Healthcare Foundations is thrilled to announce a $1 million gift to cardiac care from Traverse City residents Richard and Deborah Pascoe. Richard Pascoe, who worked as a periodontist in northern Michigan for over 40 years, was a lifelong supporter of local healthcare before his death in November 2025. He was inspired to make a legacy gift by neighbors Bob and Pauline
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Thursday, February 19, 2026NCMC, GREATER MICHIGAN CONSTRUCTION ACADEMY PARTNERSHIP EXPANDS SKILL TRADES EDUCATION
NCMC, GREATER MICHIGAN CONSTRUCTION ACADEMY PARTNERSHIP EXPANDS SKILL TRADES EDUCATION IN NORTHERN MICHIGAN PETOSKEY, Mich. — North Central Michigan College (NCMC) has announced a new partnership with the Greater Michigan Construction Academy (GMCA) that expands skilled trades education while strengthening the regional talent pipeline for Northern Michigan employers. Through the partnership, NCMC instructors will deliver GMCA’s nationally recognized construction trades curriculum, providing students
Wednesday, February 18, 2026Project Connect 2026: Uniting Resources and Residents
Project Connect 2026: Uniting Resources and Residents A day of service for residents needing support in Charlevoix and Emmet counties On March 18, the Health Department of Northwest Michigan (HDNW) will join more than 70 local, nonprofit agencies and businesses at North Central Michigan College from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. for Project Connect. “The idea behind this special event is to help individuals and families gain access to the services they need, all under one roof, on one day,” says Dana Lorian, Project
Tuesday, February 17, 2026Hogarth’s Pest Control & Wildlife Removal, has been named Professional of the Year
Northern Michigan Business Owner Receives National Industry Recognition Ken “Butch” Hogarth, owner of Hogarth’s Pest Control & Wildlife Removal, has been named Professional of the Year by the National Wildlife Control Operators Association (NWCOA), a national organization representing wildlife control professionals across the United States. The Professional of the Year award recognizes individuals who demonstrate outstanding leadership, technical expertise, integrity, and service to the public
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Tuesday, February 17, 2026NCMC OFFERS FULL-TUITION SCHOLARSHIP FOR GRADUATING HOMESCHOOL SENIOR
NCMC OFFERS FULL-TUITION SCHOLARSHIP FOR GRADUATING HOMESCHOOL SENIOR Presidential Scholarship covers tuition and fees for six consecutive semesters PETOSKEY, Mich. — North Central Michigan College will again provide a full-tuition Presidential Scholarship to one graduating senior from a home school within its service area. Presidential Scholarships are offered for full tuition (up to 20 contact hours per fall and winter semesters and up to six contact hours in the summer) plus mandatory fees for
Monday, January 12, 2026Smart Security for Small Business: Protecting Data, Systems, and Trust
In today’s digital marketplace, cybersecurity isn’t just an IT issue — it’s a business survival issue. Whether you’re launching your first startup or scaling a growing enterprise, protecting your company’s data, systems, and reputation must be a strategic priority. Threats are evolving, and attackers are increasingly targeting small to mid-sized businesses that lack robust defenses.Key Insights for Business Owners Cybersecurity affects every business, regardless of size or industry. Most breaches stem
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