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Opening day of the traditional firearm deer hunting season is right around the corner, and many hunters are busy scouting land, watching trail cameras and preparing equipment. To ensure a safe season, Michigan Department of Natural Resources conservation officers are sharing best practices and tips to help hunters avoid the most common violations and mistakes they see every year.

MTEC SmartZone will once again host the Return North Virtual Career Fair from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Nov. 14, offering a premier networking platform that connects professional job seekers with employers throughout Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. The event’s virtual format allows job seekers and companies to connect conveniently from anywhere.

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Woody Ellis is on a transformative journey, trekking over 2,000 miles to shine a light on mental health awareness through his #WoodyWalks campaign. The 43-year-old from Lansing, who began his trek on Labor Day with the Mackinac Bridge walk, has covered 244 miles so far with plans to continue across the state and beyond, engaging communi- ties and rallying support for mental health causes.

Alger County Sheriff Todd Brock cruised to reelection Tuesday, securing nearly 82% of the ballots cast in his race against David LaMere. According to unofficial totals released by the county at 12:11 a.m.

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Editor’s note: This is the third installment in a four-part series that delves into the impact of Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore on the local economy. In 2023, more than 910,000 people visited the park, which had a $45 million impact on the surrounding area.