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Point of Interest: Who did Trump pardon in his final days?
One of the most curious and interesting tasks a President has in his final days in office, after reviewing thousands of applications, is to grant a pardon or clemency to individuals who have been convicted of crimes through the past years. President Obama holds the record for the largest single-day […]
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Trump pardons Kwame Kilpatrick in last day in office
President Donald Trump commuted the prison sentence of former Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick early Wednesday in one of his final acts, 16 years before Kilpatrick was to be released from prison for running a racketeering enterprise out of City Hall. Kilpatrick was about seven years into his sentence for his role in […]
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Governor Whitmer Announces the Michigan COVID Recovery Plan to Jumpstart the State’s Economy and End the COVID-19 Pandemic
Plan includes a direct focus on vaccine distribution, small businesses, and schools Today, Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced the Michigan COVID Recovery Plan to grow Michigan’s economy and help end the COVID-19 pandemic. The governor’s plan includes a strong focus on vaccine distribution, economic recovery, schools, and more. “To help grow […]
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Lakers Hockey drop pair to Minnesota State (with photos)
SAULT STE. MARIE, Mich. – The No. 19 Lake Superior State Lakers fell to the No. 5/4 ranked Minnesota State Mavericks by a final score of 3-0 in a Western Collegiate Hockey Association (WCHA) game on Friday, Jan. 15 in the Taffy Abel Arena in Sault Ste. Marie, Mich. In a […]
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Women’s Basketball Drops Second Game of Back-to-Back against Purdue Northwest (with photos)
SAULT STE. MARIE, Mich. – The Lake Superior State women’s basketball team dropped the second game of a Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletics Conference (GLIAC) weekend series against the Purdue Northwest Pride by a final score of 61-52 on Sunday, Jan. 17 in the Bud Cooper Gymnasium in Sault Ste. Marie, Mich. […]
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Cherished Memories
As I age, I find myself reflecting on the past to happier times. My maternal grandmother is usually at the forefront of my thoughts. I don’t think there is a day that goes by, that I don’t think of her. Perhaps, I have read something in a book or a […]
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Police, National Guard, Press Outnumber Fringe Protesters At State Capitol
What was billed as a possibly violent gathering outside the Michigan Capitol Sunday ended up a showing of, at most, roughly 20 protesters, some of whom associated themselves with extremist movements like the Boogaloo Boys. Those who did show up to the Capitol were far outnumbered by police and National […]
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MDOT is naming snowplows and everyone can help
Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) snowplows now will have a special and personal touch on the department’s interactive Mi Drive map. Inspired in part by TrafficScotland.org, MDOT has started giving snowplows unique and creative names on the Mi Drive map. Current names include Plowasaurus Rex, Sir Salts-A-Lot, and Snowboni, and were chosen […]
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Photographer who climbed Ambassador, Mackinac bridges arrested in Arizona
Though his photos are impressive, one military veteran — known for his daring photo shoots — says his photography has landed him in jail. Known as “Driftershoots” online and on Instagram, the veteran says he has been traveling as a photographer “nonstop” since April 2020. Metro Detroiters may be familiar with […]
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Council Approves Winter Finals Update
The MHSAA’s Representative Council today approved a plan for adjusting schedules for the five Winter “contact” sports which may begin non-contact activities Jan. 16 but not full practice and competition until Feb. 1 per the recent update to the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) epidemic plan. The […]
Local News
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Photographer who climbed Ambassador, Mackinac bridges arrested in Arizona
January 16, 2021Though his photos are impressive, one military veteran — known for his daring photo shoots — says his photography has [...] -
Girl Scout Cookie Season Kicks Off at Girl Scouts of the Northwestern Great Lakes, Bringing Joy During Challenging Times
January 13, 2021Northern Wisconsin and Michigan’s Upper Peninsula—January 22, Girl Scouts of the Northwestern Great Lakes (GSNWGL) and Girl [...] -
Sault School Superintendent Retires
January 12, 2021During the school board meeting tonight, I informed the Board of my intent to retire from my position as Superintendent of [...]
- Tribute to John Bell tonight on “The Game”
- State Police issue advisory against recent phone scams
- Chippewa County Health Department COVID-19 Vaccine Update
Michigan News
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Governor Whitmer Announces the Michigan COVID Recovery Plan to Jumpstart the State’s Economy and End the COVID-19 Pandemic
January 19, 2021Plan includes a direct focus on vaccine distribution, small businesses, and schools Today, Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced [...] -
Police, National Guard, Press Outnumber Fringe Protesters At State Capitol
January 18, 2021What was billed as a possibly violent gathering outside the Michigan Capitol Sunday ended up a showing of, at most, roughly 20 [...] -
MDOT is naming snowplows and everyone can help
January 17, 2021Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) snowplows now will have a special and personal touch on the department’s [...]
- DNR offers accelerated conservation officer training academy for first time
- Lyon Charged With 9 Counts Involuntary Manslaughter; Snyder Arraigned
- Gatherings remain limited, group exercise and non-contact sports now open to support mental and physical health
National News
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Point of Interest: Who did Trump pardon in his final days?
January 20, 2021One of the most curious and interesting tasks a President has in his final days in office, after reviewing thousands of [...] -
Trump pardons Kwame Kilpatrick in last day in office
January 20, 2021President Donald Trump commuted the prison sentence of former Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick early Wednesday in one of his final [...] -
Pres Trump impeached for second time. How could this happen – even faster than before?
January 13, 2021WASHINGTON (AP) — When some Democrats were pushing for President Donald Trump’s impeachment in early 2019, it took around [...]
- AP PHOTOS: Scenes of violence at U.S. Capitol shock world
- Americans Can Now See Hospital Prices Online
- Jennifer Granholm’s energy record in Michigan should frighten America
Sports
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Lakers Hockey drop pair to Minnesota State (with photos)
January 18, 2021SAULT STE. MARIE, Mich. – The No. 19 Lake Superior State Lakers fell to the No. 5/4 ranked Minnesota State Mavericks [...] -
Women’s Basketball Drops Second Game of Back-to-Back against Purdue Northwest (with photos)
January 18, 2021SAULT STE. MARIE, Mich. – The Lake Superior State women’s basketball team dropped the second game of a Great [...] -
Women’s Basketball Clinches First Win of the Season in Home Opener
January 16, 2021SAULT STE. MARIE, Mich. – The Lake Superior State women’s basketball team earned its first win of the season in [...]
- Men’s Basketball Opens Road Series with a 75-64 Win over Purdue Northwest
- No. 19 Lakers Fall to No. 5/4 Minnesota State in First Conference Game of the Season
- Council Approves Winter Finals Update
North Of The Border
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Porter Airlines grounded until at least March 29
January 12, 2021TORONTO — Porter Airlines has once more delayed its plans to restart flights, setting March 29 as a new tentative date, just [...] -
Ontario reports 834 new cases of COVID-19 and five new deaths
January 10, 2021(Canada Press) — Ontario is reporting 834 new cases of COVID-19 today, and five new deaths due to the virus. Health Minister [...] -
OPP issue warning for email linking to images of child sexual abuse
January 8, 2021ORILLIA – The Ontario Provincial Police has received numerous complaints where members of the public from across the [...]
- Ontario Announces Provincewide Shutdown to Stop Spread of COVID-19 and Save Lives
- Sault, ON Mayor asks Trudeau to severely restrict border traffic
- One dead in east end stabbing: Sault Police