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Whitmer signs law easing Michigan inland lake level management
LANSING, MI — Michigan counties and delegated authorities which regulate inland lake levels have more leeway to allow temporary fluctuations in water level based on weather, natural events or construction activities under a new state law. On Tuesday, July 23, Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed Senate Bill 662, which...
Whitmer signs bill modifying medically frail parole options into law
(The Center Square) – Severely health-compromised prisoners in Michigan will have more care placement options under a new law signed by the governor Tuesday. “This aligns with Gov. Whitmer’s prioritization of criminal justice reform by promoting humane treatment for corrected individuals, which can lead to better outcomes for both prisoners and the broader Michigan community,” the governor’s office said in a statement. The new law addresses implementation issues of the...
Whitecaps’ quiet bats, rain delay dampen debut of Tigers’ top prospects
COMSTOCK PARK, MI – Detroit Tigers’ top prospect Max Clark logged his first hit at the High-A level, but it was one of the few bright spots for the West Michigan Whitecaps in Tuesday’s weather-delayed 5-1 loss to the Lansing Lugnuts. The Whitecaps managed just three hits,...
Police set up perimeter in neighborhood near Potter Park
LANSING, Mich. (WLNS) — Law enforcement set up a perimeter in the 800 block of Baker St. near Potter Park Zoo on Tuesday night. When 6 News arrived at the scene, there were at least seven Lansing Police Department vehicles and at least one Michigan State Police vehicle on-site with lights flashing. K-9 units were […]
Needles, broken glass, trash worry Hunter Park patrons
LANSING, Mich. (WLNS) – Broken alcohol bottles, drug wrappers, and overflowing trash are on the list of community concerns for Hunter Park. Hunter Park’s pool and splash pad have been busy this summer, but people have taken to social media to express concern about the park and the surrounding area. “[Almost] everywhere there is to […]
Michigan Among Top States with Most Olympic Gold Medalists
The 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris are nearly upon us. Michigan is sending 17 total Olympians and Paralympians to France to compete for the gold alongside their fellow countrymen. These are the 17 athletes representing Michigan in the 2024 Olympics:. Heath Baldwin - Kalamazoo - Track and Field. Bobby Body...
Michigan’s Country Music Scene: Who Is Madison Olivia?
If not for Jolene Bisbee, Michigan country music fans might never have heard from Madison Olivia. Jolene Bisbee is Madison's grandmother. "GranGran", as Madison calls her, pursued a singing career of her own back in the day, even opening shows for such country music legends as George Jones. Madison remembers accompanying Jolene to numerous concerts and watching her in the spotlight. It lit a fire in Madison, even as a young girl.
There Will Be a Lot Less Big Lots As Many Stores Closing in MI
Nearly 200 Big Lots locations are going away across the United States and some stores may be the ones you shop at in West Michigan. In most Michigan communities there is a Big Lots store. I stop at the one occasionally in Big Rapids since I live further north of Grand Rapids.
FEMA denies request for disaster relief after 4 tornadoes tore through West Michigan homes and businesses in May
The federal government has denied disaster relief for Southwest Michigan after multiple destructive tornadoes tour through the area in May, ravaging homes and business.
Warning! Measles are Back and Showing In Michigan!
It's been a long time that a case of the measles has been detected in Michigan. It was 2019 when the last cases were diagnosed. But guess what? It's back!. This could be very tough for those unvaccinated against measles because it is one of the most contagious diseases, but is mostly dangerous in young children and babies our sister station 102.5 The Block reports.
Voting absentee in the Michigan primary? Here's how to make sure your ballot made it.
As the Aug. 6 primary election draws near, more than 1.5 million voters in Michigan have already requested an absentee ballot, according to recent figures issued by the Secretary of State's Office. Absentee voting allows voters to cast their ballots in multiple ways, instead of heading to the polls on Election Day....
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