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News from August 2024

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How many students were enrolled in Houghton County schools in 2023-24 school year?

By UP Gazette | Aug 3, 2024

There were 5,281 students enrolled in Houghton County schools in the 2023-24 school year, according to the Michigan Department of Education.

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Marquette County had unemployment rate of 5.8% in 2021

By UP Gazette | Aug 2, 2024

The unemployment rate in Marquette County hit 5.8% among residents aged 16 and 65 years old in 2021.

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8,091 students enrolled in Marquette County school districts in 2023-24 school year

By UP Gazette | Aug 2, 2024

There were 8,091 students enrolled in Marquette County school districts in the 2023-24 school year, according to the Michigan Department of Education.

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3 gas stations in cities throughout Houghton County had the cheapest regular gas in week ending July 27

By UP Gazette | Aug 2, 2024

The lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Houghton County was found at three gas stations in the week ending July 27, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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St. Anne parishioner: JD Vance will 'be great for this nation'

By UP Gazette | Aug 2, 2024

Jerry Boucher, an Escanaba resident and member of the St. Anne parish, said JD Vance's focus on stable families and a stable nation makes him "great for this nation."

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How many students were enrolled in Marquette County schools in 2023-24 school year?

By UP Gazette | Aug 2, 2024

There were 0.3% less students enrolled in Marquette County schools in the 2023-24 school year.

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Michigan Supreme Court ruling sparks concern over impact on hospitality sector

By UP Gazette | Aug 1, 2024

State Rep. Dave Prestin issued a statement on Thursday in response to the Michigan Supreme Court's ruling mandating an increase in the minimum wage to $15 by 2030, the elimination of the tip credit, and new paid leave benefits for employees. These changes are set to begin on February 21, 2025.