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Jordan of Ohio elected to lead House Republicans in the minority

WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. Rep. Jim Jordan of Ohio won the race Tuesday to serve as House Republican leader as the GOP prepares for its new role in the minority. Jordan, who serves as chairman of the House Judiciary Committee, defeated Rep. Steve Scalise of Louisiana in a secret ballot election ...

Northwoods IGA Correction Notice

CORRECTION NOTICE Due to an error by The Daily News, an incorrect version of the Northwoods IGA advertisement appeared in today's newspaper. The Daily News apologizes to Northwoods IGA of Niagara, Wis., and its customers for the error and any inconvenience it may have caused. Please refer ...

DNR eyes acquisition of inactive UP rail line

Michigan Department of Natural Resources Parks and Recreation Division officials are discussing with representatives of the Escanaba & Lake Superior Railroad the DNR taking over 60 miles of inactive rail line, potentially for the region’s recreational trail network. “Both the DNR and E&LS ...

Menominee County Democrats to meet

MENOMINEE — The Menominee County Democratic Party will meet Tuesday, Nov. 17, with a light meal at 5 p.m. followed by the business meeting from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. in the ground floor meeting room behind front desk at Spies Library, 940 First St., Menominee. Items on the agenda include midterm election reflections and looking ahead to 2027. The public is welcome but only current paid members can vote.

Program Nov. 18 in Crivitz on youth marijuana use

CRIVITZ, Wis. — Communities that Care of Marinette & Menominee Counties invites community members to attend its community talk, “Marijuana, Teens and Tomorrow,” an educational town hall focused on youth marijuana use, its potential impacts, and what parents, caregivers and communities need to know to help protect the next generation. The event will take place from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 18, in the Crivitz High School Auditorium, with doors opening at 5:30 p.m. for light refreshments and giveaway registration. The evening will feature a 45-minute documentary screening of ...

Bay IM approved to restart nursing program in January

ESCANABA/IRON MOUNTAIN — Bay College Iron Mountain Campus will resume its practical nursing program in January after getting the green light last week from the Michigan Board of Nursing. The MBON announced the approval at its Thursday meeting, according to a Bay College news release. The ...