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Good morning, Sault Ste. Marie! Here's today's weather!

Here's a look at the current local weather and gas prices ...
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Rebounding AI stocks send the S&P 500 within 1% of its record

NEW YORK (AP) — A rebound for AI stocks is sending indexes higher on Wall Street Monday. The S&P 500 rose 0.7% and is back within 1% of its all-time high, even though the majority of stocks within the ...
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Most of the Eastern U.P. remains very dry since mid-June.

While some areas in the Eastern U.P. have seen isolated showers and thunderstorms over the past month, which produced heavy rain at times, most of the region remains dry. According to the National ...
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Sault Tribe fisheries wraps up June walleye harvest and stocking in Chippewa County

Sault Tribe Fisheries wrapped another successful walleye harvesting and stocking last month at their hatchery in rural Chippewa County. The Spring fingerlings were in their ponds for just five weeks ...
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Health officials make additional recommendations to combat cyclosporiasis outbreak

As cyclosporiasis cases continue to rise, with the largest increase occurring in Southeast Michigan, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) is providing additional ...
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DNR shares tips for safe e-bike adventures

Whether you're riding through a state park, along waterfronts, or down a scenic trail, an e-bike can add a little extra fun and freedom to your next outdoor adventure. With more and more visitors ...
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Michigan State Police seek experienced officers for accelerated training program

The Michigan State Police (MSP) is now accepting applications from licensed law enforcement officers to join the 151st Trooper Recruit School, which is anticipated to begin in July 2026. The 12-week ...
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Beyond honey bees: MSU Extension highlights butterflies, flies and beetles as pollinators

While many of us spend time looking for pest insects in our gardens, we should also be looking for beneficial insects. Among beneficial insects are those that help pollinate flowers, including the ...
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Seniors share how GetSetUp classes helped with technology, Medicare and staying connected

The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) is celebrating its continued partnership with GetSetUp. Since 2020, the service has reached more than half a million older Michigan ...
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Bergman calls America 250 a ‘call to action’ for Northern Michigan and the U.P.

As I made my way back from D.C. to the District, I found myself reflecting on what the 250th anniversary of our Nation really means to me and the people I’m honored to represent. America 250 is more ...
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A push to save Lookout Station #4 in Barbeau

Lookout Station #4 on the St. Marys River in Barbeau has been unmanned for nearly 50 years. It is still in use today only as an automated station. The structure, located just south of the Neebish ...