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Michigan DNR seeks volunteers for U.P. State Fair experiences
What's happening: One of the biggest annual events in the Upper Peninsula is looking for a helping hand, specifically when it comes to connecting youth with The Great Outdoors. The Michigan Department of Natural Resources is requesting volunteers to help with the Pocket Park at the U.P. State Fair, which runs from August 12-18 in Escanaba. Specifically, volunteers will help kids learn various outdoor skills like catch-and-release fishing, learn how to shoot pellet guns or archery, staffing the fire tower and greeting people coming to the Fair.
Jack Black Says He’s Cancelling All Tenacious D Shows, Including Michigan After Trump Comments
One of the most triumphant concerts returns to Michigan in a very long time. Seems that it may be cut short over comments that were made over the weekend at a Tenacious D show. Tenacious D was playing the ICC Sydney Theater in Australia on Saturday, July 13, shortly after the former president was shot at in Pennsylvania during a rally earlier in the day.
Michigan's biggest motorcycle rallies kick off Wednesday
MUSKEGON, Mich. — Michigan's biggest motorcycle rallies are getting in gear this week. Nearing a decade old, the annual Rebel Road rally will kick off in Downtown Muskegon Wednesday, just a few blocks over from the annual bike time rally starting at 5pm. "After last year, they estimated almost...
Michigan bans ‘flushable’ wipes labeling
LANSING, Mich. (WILX) - They’re often called “flushable wipes” and they’re anything but flushable. There’s a new state law that punishes people...who send them down the toilet. These wipes cause trouble for waste-water treatment plants and the pipes buried near your home. Flushable wipes are...
Beach bot helps remove plastic at Ludington’s Stearns Park Beach
LUDINGTON — BeBot, a robotic beach cleaning machine, will team up with A Few Friends for the Environment of the World (AFFEW) as they clean Stearns Park Beach in Ludington. BeBot previously worked to clean up Grand Traverse Bay with The Watershed Center. Brought to Ludington by the Annis Water Resources Institute (AWRI) at Grand Valley State University, BeBot can remove plastic and other waste materials from sandy beaches and even sift out smaller particles than traditional equipment. While no trash is good, the main focus is on plastics. It’s estimated that 20 million pounds of plastic enter the Great Lake annually, so it’s important to get it before it does.
Ludington woman pleads no contest to abusing her 2-year-old child
LANSING, Mich., (WPBN/WGTU) -- A Ludington woman has pleaded no contest to abusing her 2-year-old child in late 2021, according to the Michigan Attorney General's Office. Tara Treesh, 36, pleaded no contest Tuesday to one count of second-degree child abuse. Her plea comes with a sentencing agreement of 20 months...
Swing state voters have low confidence in Biden’s chances while Democratic Senate candidates fare better: Poll
A YouGov poll of seven swing states, including Arizona, Georgia, Michigan, Nevada, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin, shows President Joe Biden trailing behind former President Donald Trump by as much as 7%. The poll was conducted between July 4 and July 12 by the University of Stanford, Arizona State University, and Yale University, which was […]
Report: Michigan CPS not up to standards 6 years after a state audit
(The Center Square) – A recent report on Michigan’s Child Protection Agency shows organizational issues that have been going on for at least six years. An audit completed in 2018 revealed a failure to conduct background checks, major delays in abuse investigations, failure to meet with some victims, and a lack of safety plans for identified victims. The updated report, conducted by the nonpartisan Office of the Auditor General, reveals these issues have not been addressed. ...
New roof for Charlevoix City Hall among 7 historic preservation projects to win grants in Michigan
What’s happening: Historic preservation projects in the communities of Charlevoix and Coldwater are among seven such projects to receive a total of $250,000 in grants from the Michigan State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO), it was recently announced. The awards were made possible by the federal Historic Preservation Fund-Certified Local Government (CLG) program as administered by the SHPO.
Michigan’s First Black Light Theater, Elk Rapids
Michigan’s first black light theater was the second theater in the town of Elk Rapids. The State Theater opened on September 20, 1940, not far from where the original Community Theater was located. Built by Ed Loomis and his wife, they began by showing the top films of the...
UpNorthLive viewers, staff give the gift of life during blood drive
LEELANAU COUNTY, Mich. (WPBN/WGTU) -- The blood bus with Versiti Blood Center of Michigan was parked at the UpNorthLive Studios Wednesday. UpNorthLive viewers and staff showed up for their community, donating 24 pints of blood. Each pint of blood can save up to three lives. The blood donated Wednesday will...
Traverse City Whiskey, Northern Latitudes Projects Moving Ahead Despite Setbacks
Two major distillery expansions in Leelanau County hit some bumps in the road, but company owners say both projects are alive and well. Despite its name, Traverse City Whiskey Co. has its administrative headquarters and a large chunk of production in the county (on Robinson Road off M-72) and is in the process of transforming the old Cherry Growers facility along Center Highway into a multimillion dollar production facility and tasting room.
Clutch birdie on 18 helps Cheboygan's PJ Maybank qualify for U.S. Amateur for first time
LAKE SAINT LOUIS, MISSOURI – It’s been a busy summer for Cheboygan native PJ Maybank III. On Monday, the current University of Oklahoma men’s golfer added another huge accomplishment to his resume. Competing in Saint Louis, Missouri, Maybank fired a three-under 69 and qualified for the United States Amateur Championship for the first...
Sandcastle sculptors to compete during Pentwater Homecoming celebration
PENTWATER — Families and friends will again convene from places across America to compete in the 51st Sandcastle Sculpting Contest. Sponsored by the Pentwater Service Club since 1973, this year’s event is set for from 8 a.m. until noon Friday, Aug. 9, at the Charles Mears State Park.
Grayling awarded $713,000 for Rayburn project
GRAYLING – Changes are coming to the City of Grayling. The city has been awarded $713,000 from the Michigan Department of Natural Resources’ (DNR) Spark Grant Program to develop new outdoor recreation facilities and trail networks. This funding is part of a $25 million allocation aimed at boosting public health, introducing new experiences, enhancing infrastructure, and improving access to recreation.
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