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NMU announces new rates for Fall 2026
MARQUETTE, Mich. (WLUC) - The NMU board of trustees has approved room and board rates for the upcoming academic year. The Board says the cost of a standard double room, meal plan and comprehensive fee will see students paying an additional $249 per semester, totaling $6,684 for each term. Despite...
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Northern Michigan University Board approves room/board rates, new programs for upcoming academic year
MARQUETTE, Mich. (WLUC) - Northern Michigan University room and board rates have been approved for the 2026-2027 academic year, along with seven new degree programs that will start in the fall. A Friday afternoon press release from NMU says the cost of a standard double room with the base required...
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Marquette Area Public Schools: A Case for Modernization
When asked what they remember most about their time in school, people often cite a favorite teacher, a class that launched their chosen career, or an extracurricular activity they enjoyed with friends. Almost no one ever mentions having to deal with drafty, cold classrooms; poor lighting; or broken lockers. Even fewer will reminisce about outdated furniture, unpredictable technology, or the lack of ADA accessibility in buildings. For many Michigan school districts, that’s the way things are – coping with broken or stained ceiling tiles, faulty water fountains, sound contamination between classrooms, and leaky roofs. Sadly, these and other serious deficiencies inhibit student learning, forcing local communities to search for answers!
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Chassell Township Schools creates new after-school program
LAURIUM, Mich. (WLUC) - Chassell Township Schools has created a new after-school program thanks to an investment from the Keweenaw Health Foundation. In a Wednesday morning press release, Chassell Township Schools announced that it has created the Creative Claws Club, an after-school program focused on creativity, life skills, and critical thinking. The district said it was made possible after the Keweenaw Health Foundation invested $1,700.
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Historic graduation milestones for KBOCC
The Keweenaw Bay Ojibwa Community College (KBOCC) is poised to mark a major milestone in its history as it prepares to honor 28 graduates at the 2026 Honors and Commen-cement Ceremony. The event will take place at 6 p.m. on Friday, May 8, in the Niiwin Akeaa Center in Baraga, and promises to be a memorable evening for students, faculty, and the broader community. This year’s graduating class is the largest in the College’s history and includes the first cohort of students to complete the Associate of Science in Nursing program. To read more, subscribe to the L’Anse Sentinel online, or buy a print copy at our local retailers.
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Copper Country Intermediate School District proposes CTE operating millage renewal
HANCOCK, Mich. (WZMQ) – Next week, the Copper Country Intermediate School District is hoping to renew a 10-year operating millage on its career and technical education programs. Since 2017, the CCISD has relied on these community funds for its operating expenses of 13 unique programs, available for 14 schools...
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Sinking fund millage for Baraga Area Schools up for vote next week
BARAGA, MI— The Baraga Area Schools District has a sinking fund millage proposal on the May 5 ballot. The district is requesting 3 mills over 10 years, which would generate about $475,000 per year, if approved. Superintendent Tim Marczak says the funding would be used to buy buses, remove...
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Goof-Fest raises funds for Negaunee High School students
NEGAUNEE, Mich. (WLUC) - Goof-Fest returned to Negaunee on Sunday to support local students. The event is in memory of Alan “Goofus” Ammesmaki, who died eight years ago. People could sing, enter a raffle or hang out with a cardboard cut-out of Goofus. Event organizer Lorrie Hayes says...
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Turning Point USA hosts UP Legislative Panel Discussion at NMU
MARQUETTE, Mich. (WLUC) - The public had a chance to hear from U.P. lawmakers Friday at Northern Michigan University. Turning Point USA hosted a legislative panel discussion. State Senator Ed McBroom was joined by State Representatives Dave Prestin, Greg Markkanen, Karl Bohnak and Parker Fairbairn. The group discussed issues facing...
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NMU Choir Department students return from New York City after Carnegie Hall performance
MARQUETTE, Mich. (WLUC) - Students of the NMU Choir Department have returned home after a once-in-a-lifetime experience in New York City. NMU Director of Choral Activities Erin Colwitz was invited to conduct at the Carnegie Hall. Colwitz brought her students, and they were given a chance to perform alongside professionals in the choir.
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Nine new members inducted into LHS NHS
The Excelsior Chapter of the National Honor Society (NHS) at L’Anse High School recently welcomed nine outstanding students into its ranks during a memorable ceremony marking its 51st year. The event, held in the LAS cafetorium last Wednesday evening on April 8, 2026, brought together family, friends, community members, LAS administration, staff, and current NHS members to celebrate the achievements of the inductees from the Class of 2026. As guests arrived and took their seats, the anticipation was palpable. The brightly lit cafetorium was filled with chatter and excitement as attendees awaited the start of the ceremony. At 7 p.m., the formal proceedings began, highlighting the excellence and dedication that define the National Honor Society. The NHS is a prestigious nationwide organization for high school students who exemplify scholarship, leadership, service, and character. At L’Anse High School, invitations to apply are extended to eleventh graders with a GPA of 3.5 or higher, ensuring that only those who have shown significant academic achievement are considered. To read more, subscribe to the L’Anse Sentinel online, or buy a print copy at our local retailers.
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33rd annual Excellence in Education Awards to honor students, teachers
MARQUETTE, Mich. (WLUC) - No one can shape the life of a student like that of a teacher. We will be able to see that with this year’s Excellence in Education Awards. The 33rd annual Excellence in Education Award is set for April 27 at the Northern Center at Northern Michigan University.
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NMU Board of Trustees meeting schedule
Open Meetings Policy WNMU-FM and WNMU-TV are licensed to the Board of Trustees of Northern Michigan University. The Trustees comprise the governing body for WNMU. The NMU Board of Trustees meets several times per year. Please visit https://nmu.edu/boardoftrustees/ for details on the Board of Trustees meeting dates. Agendas for upcoming...
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Ishpeming High School resurrects ‘The Addams Family’ musical on Upper Michigan Today
MARQUETTE, Mich. (WLUC) - They’re creepy AND they’re kooky... mysterious and spooky, too!. It’s “The Addams Family,” brought to life by Ishpeming High School. Every generation knows an iteration of the kooky, spooky family, but the musical comedy is a new take on the classic.
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The Negaunee Male Chorus prepares for concert on May 2
NEGAUNEE, Mich. (WLUC) - The Negaunee Male Chorus prepared at Negaunee High School for their upcoming concert on May 2. The concert will be held at W.C. Peterson Auditorium at Ishpeming High School. Music genres will range from Irish-style music to 1950s music. The Trustee for the Chorus Clyde Anderson hopes it will bring people out of the house after the long U.P. winter and summer ticks.