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TL/DR - The "Stand U.P. Comedy Festival" is set to return to Marquette, Michigan at the Ore Dock Brewing Co. and Barrel + Beam. The line-up for the festival will feature both local talent and a former contestant from America's Got Talent. The first wave of the festival will kick off on October 5th at the Ore Dock Brewing Co., with comedian and…

TL/DR - Cecil Brown, a former legislator, argues that Governor Reeves' proposal to add $700 million to hospital funding is inadequate and that a full Medicaid expansion is necessary. Brown states that many Mississippi hospitals are at risk of closing due to financial strains, in part due to losses on Medicare and Medicaid patients and unpaid bills…

TL/DR - A manhunt is underway in downtown Raleigh, North Carolina, after a man was found stabbed in the chest. The victim, who lost a significant amount of blood, was conscious when taken to WakeMed for treatment and was in surgery as of the last update. Police have a description of the suspect based on a credible witness account and surveillance…

TL/DR - The Superior Connections Recovery Community Organization held a recovery event in Marquette, Michigan, including activities such as yoga, food, and games, to celebrate National Recovery Month. Event organizer Sarah Suardini emphasized the significance of finding alternative activities to replace substance use in recovery, and suggested…