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Michigan: Here’s 8 Ways To Get Rid Of Those Annoying Gnats
The summertime brings about warm and fun weather but right alongside it comes the bugs. The winter months are much calmer when it comes to gnats, flies, ants, and every other kind of pestering bug as the cold weather pushes them into hiding but the summer months are the exact opposite. The warm weather draws them out into the open and they always find a way to cause a disturbance.
Michigan City Set to Increase Police Patrols Next Week
Ahead of the Fourth of July holiday, the city of Battle Creek is set to increase its police patrols next week, from Sunday, June 23, through Saturday, June 29. According to a press release, the Battle Creek Police Department will have up to 10 extra patrol vehicles on the roads in the Cereal City. These officers will primarily be on the lookout for aggressive driving habits such as speeding. This is in response to concerns from the community as a whole.
Do Michigan Landlords Have To Provide Air Conditioning?
Over the last week and a half, we have all been experiencing this crazy heat wave that has us sweating all day. It's by record, one of the hottest summers Michigan has seen and it has barely started, meaning it will only get warmer. We have already started to see hydration stations pop up across the state and events have been cancelled due to the heat levels.
Michigan Farmers’ Market Named One Of The Best In The Country
Summertime in Michigan means heading outdoors and enjoying all the season has to offer. A great way to enjoy summer is to stop by a farmers market for fresh fruit, vegetables, baked goods, and more. If you're looking for one of the best Farmers' markets in the nation, you'll find it right here in the Great Lakes State.
It is Illegal in Michigan to Have This Dog Breed as a Pet
Did you know that this kind of dog is banned from 11 states and the District of Columbia?. Technically, this breed isn't a breed at all. The Wolf-Dog is exactly as it sounds, a wolf mixed with a domestic dog. The reason why this isn't a breed is simple. The characteristics of each Wolf-Dog can appear to be very different depending on what breed of dog the wolf mated with. Regardless of the breed that the wolf mixes with, they tend to be gorgeous animals. Wolf dogs are considered domestic Federally and are not illegal. However, a handful of areas which include Michigan do not consider them domestic and have banned them according to the Wildest,
How To Spot Michigan’s Glowing Yooperlites
Everyone from the casual rockhound to Michigan-born Grammy winner Billy Strings is obsessed with finding these glowing rocks. Hint: You're going to want a UV light for this. Also called "Glowdalites" -- certainly not by anyone around here -- the word Yooperlite is a play on Michigan's Upper Peninsula a.k.a. "The U.P." we trolls who live under the Mackinac Bridge refer to residents of the U.P. as "Yoopers".
Best Companies to Work For in Michigan in 2024
Looking for work? What are the best places to work in Michigan? We have a stellar list that might help you. Zippia compiled a couple of very helpful lists using the following data,. We figured out the best companies to work for in Michigan using data on salaries, company financial...
There’s a Dead Silent Zone in the Interior of Mackinac Island Where the Tourists Never Go
Say Mackinac Island and just about anyone will begin to think of images that make the island famous - fudge, bike and carriage rides, the trip over on a ferry or the Grand Hotel. Almost no one will conjure up an image of the wooded interior of the island - it's an area where tourists don't venture and some call the most eerie location in Michigan.
Iconic Stunt Driver Travis Pastrana Is Coming To Grand Rapids
From Motorcylces to Cars, it's rare to find a stunt driver as incredible as the iconic Travis Pastrana. Tell me you can watch at least 30 seconds of this without getting insanely hyped up. Travis isn't just great behind the wheel, but he also got a lot of his notority...
Robot Lifeguards to the Rescue in Lake Michigan
Something tells me David Hasselhoff and the Baywatch gang never imagined it would come to this - but somehow, they'd be just fine with it. Robot lifeguards are now assisting with the rescues of would-be drowning victims off the shore of Lake Michigan. The Dangers of Lake Michigan. According to...
Human Bone Found on University of Michigan Marching Band’s Rehearsal Field
It's not uncommon to see "bones" on a marching band field. But those are typically Trombones. Earlier this week, though, the University of Michigan marching Band found an extra Bone on their field, and this one wasn't a musical instrument. At the moment, there is a pretty significant construction project...
Officials Warn Drivers To Avoid MI Gas Stations During Heatwave
Many Michigan residents have been looking forward to the warmer summer temperatures in Michigan and they are finally here. And that means being outside more and heading out for summertime road trips. But officials are warning residents to steer clear of stopping at gas stations to refuel in Michigan for some very concerning reasons.
New Scam Targeting Michigan Victims of Recent Splash Pad Shooting
It’s a pretty sad state of affairs when, after a major tragedy like the recent splash pad shooting in Rochester Hills, less than 48 hours after it happens police already have to warn people not to fall for scams involving the victims. This is a subject that’s a little...
Michigan’s Legendary Pirate’s Park Has Sadly Been Torn Down
It’s always tough having to see a part of your childhood being torn down and raised in order to make room for something new. For me in Rochester Hills, it was seeing the closing of the Four Bears Waterpark in the early 2000s that was a true heartbreaker. I...
RECORD HEAT: Hottest Summers in Michigan History
It's an understatement to say it's absurdly hot outside in Michigan lately. The worst part is that it isn't even technically summer just yet at the time of writing. This week alone is going to see temperature highs in the 90s consistently, and there's a potential for the heat to stick around.
Have You Tried Michigan’s State Cookie?
Did you know Michigan even had a state cookie? I sure didn't, but based on what the cookie is, I'm not surprised it's officially recognized as the state cookie of Michigan. In fact, the cookie just celebrated its 20th anniversary of holding the honor. That's right, in June 2004, the...
Michigan Restaurant Named State’s Best Under-The-Radar Steakhouse
A quality steak can be hard to come by at many restaurants across the country. A lot of the big national chains will sell you a steak that is often smaller than advertised and likely not cooked properly to order. It's the risk you run, but it's tough to justify...
National Weather Service Says No Tornado on Sunday, So Why Did We Get The Alert?
Sunday, June 16th, a lot of people might have been woken up by an alert from their phones, or other smart devices. A Tornado warning was issued for parts of Kalamazoo County. A line of storms was marching through the area, and there were wind gusts up to near 80 mph reported.
Forget the Meijer Family, Where Did Harding’s Friendly Markets Come From?
And was he even a real person or is this another Betty Crocker situation here? Inquiring minds want to know!. And by inquiring minds I mean, me. Sure, we know all about the Meijer family; you can't escape that name in Michigan if you tried! Certainly not here in west Michigan of all places. According to Forbes the Meijer family is ranked 27th on their list of "45 families worth at least $10 billion." Another Michigan family, Stryker, is also on that list.
5 Crazy Free Things on Craigslist in Southwest Michigan
From Vicksburg to Paw Paw, there are some very unusual items currently on Free Craigslist that you should check out. 5 Crazy Free Things on Craigslist in Southwest Michigan. It needs paint and you must remove it yourself. Sounds fun. Check out this Craigslist post, see more photos and contact...
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