Tribal citizens from across the state gather for Labor Day Water Walk

Sept. 7, 2026

ST. IGNACE —  It was a historic day for tribal citizens in Michigan. Bay Mills tribal citizens, elders, youth, relatives from our sister Tribal Nations, allies, water protectors, and many others gathered on Monday, Sept. 7 - all with the same message- shut down Line 5.  A water ceremony was performed at the center of the bridge and participants gathered on both the north and south ends of the Straits to pray. It is estimated nearly 1,000 representatives from all 12 Anishinaabe Tribal Nations in Michigan came together to stand for the water and against the continued operation of Enbridge’s Line 5.
 

At sunrise, the Tribes gathered in ceremony on both sides of the Straits of Mackinac. They prayed with the water, carried it with them, walked behind water protectors across the Mackinac Bridge and in the middle, water from each side was exchanged serving as a powerful reminder that these waters are connected, and so are the people. 

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The walk took place just weeks after the Three Fires Confederacy gathered in Bay Mills for their first meeting in modern times. Members of all 12 tribal nations attended the event. 

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​​​​​DNR hiring for accelerated Conservation Officer Training Academy

Sept. 2, 2026

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LANSING — The Michigan Department of Natural Resources is hiring conservation officer candidates for an accelerated training academy — one that starts this spring and could be the perfect opportunity for current and prospective law enforcement professionals eager to protect Michigan’s woods and water. Read More

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Cloverland using drones to inspect infrastructure

Sept 2, 2026

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SAULT STE. MARIE — From restoring power after storms to inspecting infrastructure and relaying a story to members, drones have become an important tool for Cloverland Electric Cooperative. With eight drones and 10 FAA-certified drone pilots, our team uses unmanned aircraft to improve safety, increase efficiency and provide better service to our members. Read More

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I-75 Resurfacing in Cheboygan County begins Sept. 8

Sept.1, 2026

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The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) will invest nearly $4.3 million to resurface 8.5 miles of I-75 from north of Wolverine to M-68 at Indian River in Cheboygan County. Read More

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LSSU Announces Partnership with Alcona Health Center to Continue Health Care Center Operations

Aug. 17, 2026

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SAULT STE. MARIE — Lake Superior State University (LSSU) has announced plans to transition operations of the campus-based Health Care Center to Alcona Health Center, ensuring continued access to quality health care services for students and the surrounding community. Read More

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Tribes Celebrate as Michigan Supreme Court Nixes Line 5 Permit

July 31, 2026

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LANSING — In a major victory for Tribal nations in Michigan, the state’s Supreme Court has overturned a key permit that Canadian company Enbridge needs in order to bore a massive four-mile tunnel beneath the Straits of Mackinac to house its Line 5 oil pipeline. Read More