Applications for jobless aid rise but stay at healthy level
WASHINGTON (AP) – More Americans applied for unemployment benefits last week, but their numbers remained at low levels consistent with a healthy job market.
US eases security for ships visiting Cuba
WASHINGTON (AP) – The Obama administration is making it easier for U.S. cruise ships, cargo vessels and even ferries to travel back and forth between the United States and Cuba with much less hassle.
Automakers agree to put automatic braking in cars by 2022
WASHINGTON (AP) – Transportation officials and automakers say they’ve agreed to make automatic braking standard in nearly all cars within six years – by 2022.
Tigers beat Astros 7-3 behind Zimmermann
KISSIMMEE, Fla. (AP) – Jordan Zimmermann pitched three shutout innings and Ian Kinsler hit one of three home runs by the Detroit Tigers on Wednesday in their 7-3 win over the Houston Astros.
Sinatra Family: Frank Sinatra Jr. has died
LOS ANGELES (AP) – Frank Sinatra Jr., who carried on his famous father’s legacy with his own music career, has died. He was 72.
Senate approves bill to cover firefighters’ cancer bills
LANSING, Mich. (AP) – Firefighters with certain types of cancer might soon be able to charge the state for their medical expenses after the Michigan Senate approved a one-time appropriation.
Hawks hold off Pistons for 118-114 win
AUBURN HILLS, Mich. (AP) – Jeff Teague scored 22 points, including two crucial free throws with 17.9 seconds left, and the Atlanta Hawks held off the Detroit Pistons 118-114 on Wednesday night for their sixth win in
Michigan wins on another late shot, beating Tulsa 67-62
DAYTON, Ohio (AP) – Zak Irvin hit a go-ahead 3-pointer and a pair of free throws in the closing minute as Michigan pulled out another one at the end on Wednesday night, beating Tulsa 67-62 in the
Margarita “Gloria” Gohs
Margarita “Gloria” Gohs, age 73 of Silverwood, passed away on Wednesday, March 16, 2016. Services will be held on Saturday, March 19 at 11 a.m. at the St. Patrick Chapel in Clifford. Visitation at the Kranz Funeral
Virgil Shagena
Virgil Shagnea, age 84 of Deckerville, passed away on Tuesday, March 15, 2016. Services will be held Saturday, March 19 at 11 a.m. at the St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Palms. Visitation at the Apsey Funeral Home
Hubert G. Howell
Hubert G. Howell, age 87 of Marlette, passed away on Tuesday, March 15, 2016. Services will be held Saturday, March 19 at 1 p.m. at the Marsh Funeral Chapel in Marlette where visitation will be Friday, March
Sandy Burgess
Sandy Burgess, age 65 of Brown City-formerly of Texas, passed away on Monday, March 14 , 2016. Services will be held Sunday, March 20 at 1 p.m. at the Carman Funeral Home in Brown City where visitation
Susan Burke
Susan Burke, age 63 of Brown City, passed away on Wednesday, March 16, 2016. Services will be held on Monday, March 21 at 4 p.m. at the Carmen Funeral Home in Brown City where visitation will be
Elaine Collins
Elaine Collins, age 87 of Marlette, passed away on Sunday, March 13, 2016. A graveside service will be held in May at the Marlette Cemetery. Memorials may be given to the family. Arrangement were handled by the
Pearl Edith Parsell
Pearl Edith Parsell, age 86 of East Tawas-formerly of Peck, passed away on Sunday, March 13, 2016. A memorial service will be held in June. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to the St. Jude’s
The time has come for March Madness
UNDATED (AP) – Play in the main portion of the NCAA Tournament takes center stage today with games in four locations: Providence, Rhode Island; Raleigh, North Carolina; Des Moines, Iowa and Denver.
Marlette Regional Hospital ER Relocates for Renovation Project
(MARLETTE) — A five-week long renovation project at Marlette Regional Hospital’s ER is set to start on Thursday, March 24 with anticipated completion at the end of April.
Michigan death after infection linked to Wisconsin outbreak
LANSING, Mich. (AP) – Health officials say they’ve confirmed that a western Michigan resident died after contracting a bloodstream infection that matches a Wisconsin outbreak.
Representative Lauwers joins lawmakers in celebrating Ag Day at Capitol
(AREA) — State Representative Dan Lauwers, Chair of the House Committee on Agriculture, joined his colleagues in welcoming representatives of the state’s agriculture industry to Lansing for Michigan Ag Day.
Tuscola County B&E under investigation
(TUSCOLA COUNTY) — Tuscola County Sheriff’s deputies are seeking tips on a recent breaking and entering that took place early Wednesday at 4:30 a.m.
Imlay City welcomes new Police Chief
(IMLAY CITY) — Imlay City will welcome its newest Police Chief next week when Chief Scott Pike assumes his duties on Monday, March 21.