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Protect yourself from Student Loan Debt Relief Program scams

The Michigan Department of Insurance and Financial Services (DIFS) is alerting Michiganders to protect themselves from scams related to the Biden Administration’s new Student Loan Debt Relief Program. Although the courts have currently blocked the program, scammers have been attempting to take advantage of this uncertainty to steal money or personal information from Michigan’s student loan borrowers.
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Four receive rescue awards

Two park rangers from Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore received a Department of Interior Valor Award during ceremonies September 8, 2022 in Washington D.C. Chief Ranger Joe Hughes and Ranger Matthew Nemeth were honored for their actions during rescue operations for two Lake Superior kayakers caught in gale force winds while paddling within the national lakeshore in September 2021.
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Tribal judge dismisses lawsuit over Sault Tribe election

A tribal court judge has dismissed a lawsuit brought against the Sault Tribe Board of Directors that would have cancelled the upcoming tribal election and install former board member DJ Hoffman as chair. The written opinion, dated Nov. 4, 2022, by Tribal Court Judge Jocelyn K. Fabry explained that because the Board had determined the Tribe’s laws required and permitted the members to vote on a Chairperson, the Court did not have authority to stop the members from voting.
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Rock River updates DEI approach after attorney review

Rock River Township will be shifting its approach regarding a controversial Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) policy after receiving an opinion from the township attorney. Roger Zappa, who serves as a civil and government attorney for numerous municipalities in Alger County, said that while a DEI policy can be added, it should be moved forward as a resolution and not as a part of the township’s master plan.
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Chatham VFW raffle winners

The Ikkala Brothers VFW Post 9714 in Chatham held their annual Veterans Day Raffle at the Snack Bar in Eben on Friday, Nov. 11. These are the winners: $600 - Kate Starb $500 - Scott Smith $400 - Candie Hertzler $300 - William Cox $200 - Nawco Anna $100 - Mike Dugas $100 - Bonnie Johnson $100 - Brad Ghiardi
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