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U.P. Firefighters Tournament flares-up in Iron River
IRON RIVER — The 129th annual U.P. Firefighters Tournament is taking place in Iron River this year July 26-28. The Iron County Fire Department will be hosting the event. Come watch as fire departments from across the U.P. and Northern Wisconsin compete against each other in various races, participate in multiple parades and celebrate each other’s service at the Fireman’s Ball.
Iron County man reunited with paramedics who helped saved his life
ALPHA, Mich. (WJMN) – A man in Iron County was treated to a surprise reunion with paramedics one year after they helped save his life. Steve Gorman had been trying to remove a wasp nest on July 22, 2023 when he was stung multiple times and fell off the ladder. Fortunately, his son was there […]
Old Farmer's Almanac predicts cooler than average 2024 fall season for Michigan
That trip to the cider mill could be a little cooler than usual for Michiganders this fall, according to the Old Farmer's Almanac. The publication, which released its annual fall forecast, is predicting below-average temperatures for most of the Lower Peninsula and near-average temps for the tip of the mitt and the Upper...
Northern Lights Will Glow This Week And Be Visible In Michigan
If you always wanted to see the northern lights and missed the opportunity the last time Michigan caught a glimpse of this incredible experience, you may have a chance to see them soon. The odds are in our favor that parts of Michigan may get to see the aurora borealis.
ALERT: Michigan Residents Targets Of New Door-To-Door Scam
I've never understood why some people have made a living out of scamming other people but honestly, I hope to never be in a position to where I would understand their motives. Scams have been around since humans found out that some people are very gullible, and they could con people out of their things. Whether simple or complex, these scams have been multiplying over the years, making it hard to keep up with them.
Dow’s $785M investment in Great Lakes Bay Region lands state support
Michigan is supporting Dow Chemical Company’s effort to invest $785 million in upgrading two Michigan facilities. The Michigan Strategic Fund awarded Dow a $120 million grant during its Tuesday, July 23 board meeting to secure the investment in the Great Lakes Bay Region. The state board also approved a 15-year State Essential Services Assessment property tax break valued at $25 million and extended a Renaissance Zone tax incentive for another 10 years.
Hillary Clinton is coming to Michigan just days before the Presidential Election
DETROIT - Hillary Clinton has just announced she is coming to Michigan just days before the 2024 Presidential Election. The former first lady and U.S. Secretary of State will be at the Detroit Opera House on Monday, October 28 on her book tour. Tickets go on sale Friday, August 2...
Detroit and Grand Rapids Among America's Riskiest Drivers, Michigan Cities Score Low in Allstate Report
Michigan appears to hold a less-than-enviable position on the list of America's riskiest drivers with two of its cities, Detroit and Grand Rapids, ranking low according to Allstate's "America's Best Drivers Report." Detroit came in at number 85 while Grand Rapids landed at 92 out of the 100 cities surveyed. Allstate, drawing data from the telematics company Arity, based these rankings on behaviors such as hard braking, high-speed driving, and phone usage while on the road, according to MetroTimes.
Michigan man convicted of murder after petty dispute over painting supplies
PONTIAC, MI – An Michigan jury has found a 24-year-old man guilty of second-degree murder and felony firearm. Oakland County Prosecutor Karen McDonald announced Tuesday that Malcolm Otis Draper Jr. was convicted after a three-day trial and a day and a half of deliberations. If you purchase a product...
Ryan Daly Selected as President of Corewell Health Foundation Southeast Michigan
Ryan Daly will rejoin Corewell Health in mid-August as the new president of Corewell Health Foundation Southeast Michigan. He succeeds Margaret Casey, who recently retired. Daly previously worked in various Corewell […] The post Ryan Daly Selected as President of Corewell Health Foundation Southeast Michigan appeared first on DBusiness Magazine.
Education budget makes strides on Whitmer’s free pre-K and community college plans
Michigan lawmakers expanded access for free pre-K and community college in the Fiscal Year 2025 education budget, which were centerpiece plans for Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, who’s planning to sign the bill Tuesday afternoon in Flint. Education advocates said Whitmer’s plan would normalize additional free schooling on both ends of the traditional K-12 track, which could […] The post Education budget makes strides on Whitmer’s free pre-K and community college plans appeared first on Michigan Advance.
Recently resigned Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle got start in Michigan
Update: After the publication of this story, Cheatle resigned. Read more here. The U.S. Secret Service director facing calls to step down amid the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump started her long career with the agency in Michigan. ...
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