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Is it possible to be wrongfully convicted of sexual abuse based on false memories “recovered” in therapy? A webinar based on research and studies related to Victimology and wrongful convictions of sexual abuse is being hosted at Northern Michigan University, with an emphasis on Repressed Memory Therapy. The speaker is …

Saudi Arabia’s crown prince, Mohammed bin Salman, recently visited the White House to discuss topics such as the Iran nuclear deal, Saudi Arabia’s dispute with Qatar, the Saudi-led intervention in Yemen and the acquisition of advanced weapons and nuclear reactors. Prince Mohammed recently had four hundred wealthy Saudi businessmen, including …

It was once a military fort where soldiers were stationed to protect the tip of the Keweenaw from the threat of retaliation from the natives, and served as a lodging facility for Union soldiers during the Civil War. Over the years, time has taken its toll on some of those …

Gogebic Community College President, James (Jim) Lorenson, has announced his intention to retire. As Mr. Lorenson stated in his letter, “After careful consideration, I have determined that it is time I step down from the Presidency of Gogebic Community College. Lorenson has served as the President of the College since …

The World Water Day Celebration has concluded on the campus of Michigan Tech, wrapping up with a presentation of three informative films yesterday afternoon, encouraging students to go forth and filtrate. From a series of activities including a lecture, discussions, art displays and a few films, students are walking away …

HOUGHTON, MI – Isle Royale National Park is proud to announce the summer 2018 artists-in-residence. This year’s selections include John Gaunt (Oil), MJ Gette (Poetry), David Kapszukiewicz (Oil), and Sherry Lee Short (Mixed Media), along with three alternates, Elissa Cedarleaf Dahl (Oil), Trent Foltz (Photography), and Tim Jones-Yelvington (Poetry, Prose). Isle …

There’s something big coming to Sawyer International Airport next week. One of the largest aircrafts in the world, the Antonov AN-124 Russian jet will be arriving in Marquette County on Wednesday. This type of aircraft is used for heavy cargo and is in demand for carrying special goods. The aircraft …

Michigan Tech’s Society of Intellectual Sisters will host their annual Bra Show this weekend. The event takes place at the Memorial Union Ballroom Saturday night from 6-9pm and features male models wearing bras designed by the campus community. The theme for this year is “Dessert”. President of the student organization …

HANCOCK, MI – A juried exhibit of artwork by students in the Finlandia University International School of Art & Design (ISAD) is featured at the Finlandia University Gallery, Hancock, from March 29 through April 18, 2018. A reception for the artists will take place at the gallery on Thursday, March …

The ice on the Portage Canal should melt eventually and when it does, someone will win the Sink the Sled contest being put on by the Houghton Rotary. A clean snowmobile is currently on the ice and contestants are to guess when it will fall through. Guesses can be purchased …