IRON MOUNTAIN — A pair of young brothers have been chosen as this year’s Lemonade Day Entrepreneurs of the Year. Ian and Ryker Schafer operated the Freedom Freezy Lemon Squeezy stand during the fourth-annual event…
Michigan primary election is today
Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. today in Michigan’s primary election, featuring local millage proposals and contested…
Michigan reports first 2 US deaths related to diarrhea-causing parasite
DETROIT (AP) — Two people have died in the cyclospora outbreak in Michigan, state health officials announced Monday, the first…
Severe dry conditions expected to worsen in northern Wisconsin
A few northern Wisconsin counties are experiencing “severe drought” conditions, and it is only expected to get worse. “I’m pretty…
Researchers explore new ways to deter sea lamprey
Cold water rushes over gravel and stones as the river winds through forests and wetlands before joining the vast waters…
VA center in IM receives funding for infrastructure improvements
IRON MOUNTAIN — The Oscar G. Johnson VA Medical Center received funding for non-recurring maintenance projects in the third quarter…
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Aug. 4, 2026
Opinion
When college access grows, Michigan reaps the benefits
For decades, college has been — and continues to be — the most reliable path to well-paying careers. But when students and families hear stories about the rising costs of college, the growing student debt crisis, and the rapidly changing job market, it’s natural for them to wonder if postsecondary education is worth the…
Editorial cartoon for Aug. 4, 2026
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