1/13/2026

MICHIGAN - Multiple K-12 schools across Michigan received identical, computer-generated voicemail threats claiming explosive devices were planted and warning that tampering with them would result in a school shooting. Schools in Gogebic, including the Bessemer School District, Gratiot, Lake, Saginaw, and St. Clair counties were affected. The Michigan Intelligence Operations Center (MIOC) and the OK2SAY program believe these are likely hoaxes, similar to 2023 calls, designed to provoke a law enforcement response. Affected schools were advised to contact local law enforcement and the MIOC Suspicious Activity Reporting. Suspicious activity can be reports at app.kaseware.us.

1/13/2026

IRONWOOD / GOGEBIC COUNTY – Zeal Credit Union (“Zeal”) of Livonia, MI, announced yesterday that it has successfully completed the acquisition of Gogebic Range Bank following receipt of all required regulatory approvals. Effective January 1, 2026, Gogebic Range Bank officially became Zeal Credit Union.   Zeal now holds over $1 billion in assets with a total of 17 branches. Zeal has retained all the employees and all branches of Gogebic Range Bank.  Neil Beckman, former President of Gogebic Range Bank, is now a member of Zeal Credit Union’s executive leadership team. Customers of the former Gogebic Range Bank, who are now members of Zeal Credit Union, can expect continuity in day-to-day banking services. Over time, members will benefit from expanded access to Zeal Credit Union’s statewide network, enhanced digital capabilities, and member-focused products and services.

1/13/2026

N. WISCONSIN – Republican Paul Wassgren is running for Congressional District 7 which includes the Northern 3rd of Northern Wisconsin. Wassgren stopped by our studios yesterday and says he’s running to keep young people from leaving our area and believes that can be done through economic revitalization. Wassgren says if elected he will also fight for senior citizens, protect our outdoor heritage and says he has a plan to help businesses grow. His comments can be heard on-air in our local news at 7am, 8am and 12 noon on MIX 106.9 and at 7:30am, 8:30am and 12:30pm on OLDIES 102.9. Details on his plan to do that online at www.paulwassgren.com