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We Speak for the Water
Indigenous water protectors are set to host the 6th annual Water Is Life Festival in Petoskey. One need only glance at a map to understand Michigan’s unique connection to water. The state’s legal boundaries extend far into Lakes Huron, Michigan, and Superior, giving the Great Lakes State 40,000 square miles of water, 40 percent of the state’s total “land” area. We’re home to 20 percent of Earth’s total freshwater, and the state is graced with 3,288 miles of shoreline, more than anywhere else in North America.
Michigan congressman urges probe into security concerns with Chinese routers
(The Center Square) – A Michigan congressman has called on the Department of Commerce to launch a probe into Chinese Wi-Fi routers sold in America, citing their use in recent hacking attempts traced to the People’s Republic of China. Chairman John Moolenaar, R-Mich, of the House Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the United States and the Chinese Communist Party submitted a letter this week with Ranking Member Raja Krishnamoorthi, D-Ill. ...
Historic Mill Creek celebrates ‘Lost Rocks and Mackinac Millstones’ week
MACKINAW CITY — Guests can join the interpretive staff at Historic Mill Creek in Mackinaw City for a week full of events themed around “Lost Rocks and Mackinac Millstones.” The week, Aug. 18-24, will feature special programs highlighting the grist mill, which once ground grain into flour, and how the millstones at Historic Mill Creek were hewn from “lost rocks,” or boulders deposited by glaciers thousands of years ago. ...
Meet model, actress and Michigan native Kate Upton in Holland next week
HOLLAND, Mich. — If you've ever wanted to meet supermodel and Michigan native Kate Upton, West Michiganders will have a chance next week to say hello. Upton is making an appearance at the newly remodeled Butternut Family Fare in Holland on Friday, Aug. 23 from 4:30 p.m. until 5:30 p.m.
Salvation Army of Cadillac adds washers and dryers to help those experiencing homelessness
WEXFORD COUNTY, Mich., (WPBN/WGTU) -- The Salvation Army in Cadillac is helping to provide some basic needs for those experiencing homelessness in Wexford County. The Salvation Army is buying commercial grade washers and dryers. Housing concerns:Affordable housing picket held during National Cherry Festival. United Way Director of Community Impact Andy...
Four hospitalized after rollover crash on U.S. 131 near Grand Rapids
Four people have been hospitalized due to a rollover crash on U.S. 131. Michigan State Police troopers from the Grand Rapids post responded to a single vehicle rollover crash on southbound U.S. 131 north of 17 Mile Road. Initial reports indicate a passenger vehicle was traveling southbound and went off...
The Termigator: Florida man coming home to hunt West Michigan lake’s elusive alligator
OTTAWA COUNTY, MI – A Florida man looks to save the day in his West Michigan hometown. Or, at least see if there really is an alligator in Crockery Lake. “If it’s there, I’ll find it,” Dan Rooks, 38, told MLive/The Grand Rapids Press. Reports of...
World-famous 31st annual pig roast returning to West Michigan beach
GRAND HAVEN, MI - The 31st annual World-Famous Pedro’s Pig Roast is coming back to Grand Haven this weekend to raise money for the Momentum Center and other mental health services in West Michigan. All ages are invited to the event on Saturday, Aug. 17 at City Beach, just...
A portal has appeared near the shores of Lake Michigan. See where it takes you.
MUSKEGON, MI - Driving down Shoreline Drive downtown Muskegon this week, it was hard for residents to miss the giant copper-colored circle that has gone up on the west side of the freeway. The ‘PORTAL’ is a 45-foot circle of Corten steel constructed by local artist Lee S. Brown. It...
Kids sell livestock during UP State Fair Junior Market Livestock Auction
ESCANABA, Mich. (WLUC) - Kids gathered their homegrown steer, goats, lambs and swine to sell to the highest bidder. Crowds flocked to the Junior Livestock Market Auction during the sixth day of the U.P. State Fair on Saturday. Mattie Prestin, Jr. Market Livestock Board vice president, said some of the...
Join Golf Great John Daly for a ‘Drink’ in Grand Blanc
Get ready to tee off with a legend! Golf icon John Daly is making a special stop in Genesee County and would love to 'share' a drink with you. Daly, the two-time major champion known for his powerful drives, fearless style, and larger-than-life personality, will be in town leading up to the Ally Challenge presented by McLaren promoting his Good Boy Vodka Cocktails.
Here’s the first look at former Patriots LB Matt Judon in Falcons attire
It’s a new team and the same color for former New England Patriots linebacker Matthew Judon. The four-time Pro Bowler made his first public appearance since being traded to the Atlanta Falcons on Wednesday. He was seen on the sidelines in Baltimore chatting up some of the players ahead of Saturday’s preseason game between the Falcons and Baltimore Ravens. It was a homecoming of sorts for Judon, who was drafted to Baltimore in 2016. The moment also highlighted his new reality with his third NFL team. After three seasons with the Patriots, the man with the red sleeves will embark...
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