Flushing
LATEST NEWS
30th annual St. Clair River Classic set for last weekend of July
The Blue Water Offshore Racing Association’s 30th annual St. Clair River Classic, presented by Magna, will bring racing boats from all over to St. Clair the last weekend of July. Phil Lundman, of the Blue Water Offshore Racing Association, said organizers are expecting a good turnout for the race...
Troy educator selected for 2024 C-SPAN Teacher Fellowship
Ryan Werenka, a teacher at Troy High School, was selected as one of five educators in C-SPAN’s 2024 Teacher Fellowship program for a third consecutive year. Werenka is once again collaborating with C-SPAN’s Education Relations team during the month of July, to expand digital resources for C-SPAN Classroom. C-SPAN Classroom provides middle and high school teachers with video-based content including lesson plans and more.
UPDATE: Swim advisory in effect for 8 beaches in St. Clair, Sanilac counties
A swimming advisory is in effect for eight beaches St. Clair County and Sanilac County, according to each county’s health department early Wednesday. Advisories against swimming were issued for Chrysler Beach in Marysville; Holland, Lakeside, and Lighthouse beaches in Port Huron; and Keewahdin and Fort Gratiot County Park beaches in Fort Gratiot, citing elevated levels of E. coli detected in water samples. ...
8th annual Wheels on the Waterfront car show set in Port Huron
The eighth annual Mainstreet Memories Wheels on the Waterfront car show is expected to bring thousands of spectators to downtown Port Huron on July 27. The event, which will take place on the downtown waterfront property by Desmond Landing, will start at 10 a.m. with an opening ceremony and will run until 4 p.m. It is a non-judged car show and all years, makes and models are welcomed.
Tigers shine as American League wins 2024 All-Star Game
Tarik Skubal didn’t get the start, but the Detroit Tigers ace didn’t have to wait long to make an impact in the 2024 MLB All-Star Game. Skubal pitched a 1-2-3 second inning as the American League beat the National League 5-3 on Tuesday night at Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas.
Allegiant Airlines Announces $59 Flights to Florida from Flint
Allegiant Airlines announced eight new nonstop routes to 13 cities around the country at extremely low rates. One of those new routes includes a nonstop flight to Florida from Flint Bishop International Airport for just $59. Before you get overly excited, keep in mind that the low fare of $59...
WARNING: Michigan Residents May Have Been Exposed To Measles, Here’s Where
Anytime there’s any kind of infectious disease or virus. It’s important to get the word out and let people know if they’ve been exposed to anything dangerous. One of the most dangerous is rubeola, or as it’s commonly known measles. Measles is probably one of the...
Community support for Flint Police detective as she 'conquers cancer'
FLINT, Mich. (WJRT) - A long-time detective with the Flint City Police Department is battling breast cancer. Detective Maria Reed has been an officer with the Department since 2016. She made history at that time, as she and her son became the first mother-son duo to join the Flint Police Department. They even took the spotlight in a docuseries, "Flint Town."
Mi: New Deer Laws for Upper and Lower Peninsulas
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources has made new deer hunting regulations for the 2024 season that hunters need to know about. Michigan DNR Have Been Working on New Rule Changes for Deer Hunting. The Michigan Department of Natural Resources has worked for the past few years on ways to...
There Is a Single Michigan County With Almost No Risk for a Tornado
Michigan has a significant history of tornados. While not quite like the states of Tornado Alley, there are been some doozies over the years like the 1953 twister in the Flint area that's considered one of the 10 deadliest in the nation's history to the recent Portage tornado in Southwest Michigan from 2024.
Residents Could Get Infected By Mosquito-Borne Virus Found In Michigan
With the summer time in full effect, getting bitten by a mosquito is inevitable. However, some mosquitoes are carrying a virus that can infect people. Spread by infected mosquitos, the Jamestown Canyon virus typically occurs from April through September. As for common symptoms of the Jamestown Canyon virus, you can...
Donald Trump heads to Michigan for first rally since assassination attempt
(CBS DETROIT) - Former President Donald Trump and his recently named running mate, Ohio Sen. JD Vance, will be coming to Michigan this weekend for their first rally together. It is also the first Trump rally since the assassination attempt in Pennsylvania last Saturday.The rally on Saturday will be held in downtown Grand Rapids at Van Andel Arena and will be open to the public. "They have to prepare for an all-threat, all-hazard approach. To basically not only just protecting the candidates, but they have to protect the public as well," said Al Shenouda, managing partner at City Shield Security Services in Detroit and the...
Kalitta Air faces $400,000 penalty for FAA violation
The Federal Aviation Administration has proposed a civil penalty of $400,000 against cargo airline Kalitta Air for allegedly operating flights in a prohibited region when certain aircraft have a faulty multimode receiver. The agency announced Friday that Kalitta Air, based in Ypsilanti, Michigan, used prohibited procedures on 44 flights between...
Welcome to NewsBreak, an open platform where diverse perspectives converge. Most of our content comes from established publications and journalists, as well as from our extensive network of tens of thousands of creators who contribute to our platform. We empower individuals to share insightful viewpoints through short posts and comments. It’s essential to note our commitment to transparency: our Terms of Use acknowledge that our services may not always be error-free, and our Community Standards emphasize our discretion in enforcing policies. We strive to foster a dynamic environment for free expression and robust discourse through safety guardrails of human and AI moderation. Join us in shaping the news narrative together.