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See A Tree Painted Purple In A Michigan Forest? RUN!
So, you're out exploring the Michigan wilderness. Good choice. But before you go too far off the beaten path, let's have a quick chat about a color you'll want to remember: purple. It might not be splashed on every tree or every property--yet--but if House Bill 5561 gives the green light to purple trees, you'll want to pay attention.
When Does Michigan ‘Fall Back’ For Daylight Saving Time In 2024?
For many Michigan residents taking advantage of the Summer season is a must before the kids return to school and the leaves start to fall in the Great Lakes State. Enjoying outdoor activities while there's more daylight during this season is a plus. And with fall right around the corner in Michigan, when does Daylight Saving Time officially end?
Michigan’s largest free festival begins Thursday with live music, carnival
LAPEER, MI – Dubbed Michigan’s largest free summer festival, Lapeer Area Chamber of Commerce’s Lapeer Days begins today and will run through the weekend. The 122-year-old festival is scheduled from Thursday, Aug. 14 to Sunday, Aug. 18, in downtown Lapeer, south of Nepessing Street between Court and Saginaw streets.
The Largest Petoskey Stone in Michigan (and Where to Find It)
Many of us enjoy looking for – and collecting – Petoskey stones. Sometimes we find 'em along the beach, and other times we resort to buying them at a souvenir shop. They are not always easy to find, ya know. Well, this particular one is very easy to...
Baby born at Michigan truck stop
A baby is doing just fine after it was born in the parking lot of a Michigan truck stop early on Thursday morning. The parents were reportedly on their way to Holland Hospital in Michigan after the mother went into labor, but quickly realized that there was not enough time to make it there. The […] The post Baby born at Michigan truck stop appeared first on CDLLife.
Michigan DNR Warns Residents Beware Of Dangerous Invasive Species
As the summer season winds down in Michigan, some residents welcome the cooler weather months and being outdoors for fun fall activities. The cooler weather also provides a temporary break from some pests like mosquitos that seem to invade our summer activities. However, Michigan is far from being pest-free and officials are now urging residents to be aware of a destructive and dangerous invasive species.
Student Safety: The Most Dangerous Colleges in Michigan
When we send our children off to college or attend ourselves, it can be terrifying for a variety of reasons. Unfortunately, one of the most prominent is how dangerous college campuses and towns can be. The issues aren't confined to a few places, either. Many colleges across the country have...
Soon Michiganders Will Be Able to Drink Cannabis Soda
Do you want to enjoy cannabis but don't want to smoke it? Soon Michiganders will be able to drink it from a product many have been "Jonesing" for. Before cannabis was legal in Michigan, most people smoked it like a cigarette and called it a joint. Other names for a marijuana cigarette have been doobie, spliff, "J or jay", blunt, bone, airplane, doink, sticky, and I'm sure there are more.
COVID is climbing in Michigan, but this summer surge is different
Twice last week, Michigan had 2% of its emergency department and urgent care visits result in a COVID-19 diagnosis. That might sound insignificant, but it was the first time the coronavirus was that present in local hospitals since mid-February. In fact, the state is one of 16 with at least a 10% week-over-week increase, according to CDC data.
Viral Michigan Judge Gives Man Jail Time For Telling Him to ‘Kiss My A–‘
You'll probably remember, a while back, the story of Corey Harris, and how he was popped with a short stint in jail for being behind the wheel during his virtual hearing... regarding his suspended license. Well, that whole story was a whirlwind of its own, but the viral judge at...
What Do Yoopers Consider To Be ‘Up North’?
Yoopers and Trolls (name Yoopers have for those who live in the Lower Peninsula) have a different idea of what is considered "Up North" in Michigan. Growing up in Michigan, one thing we all learn is, that going up north is a thing but depending if you live in the Lower or Upper Peninsulas, where up north is can be entirely different.
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