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Concerns over possible Meijer in Rutland Charter Township
RUTLAND CHARTER TOWNSHIP, Mich. — Several people spoke up at Rutland Charter Township board meeting Wednesday night surrounding the possibility of a Meijer being built. The potential for a Meijer grocery store in the township was brought up in 2008 but ultimately failed to come to fruition. Now, a...
1970s wooden swinging bridge spans rustic river in Northern Michigan
LUPTON, MI – A long walk, a reasonable bike ride or a short drive away, this 1970s swinging bridge spans a rustic river at an Up North state park. Built in the early 1970s, the bridge at Rifle River State Recreation Area is part of 14 miles of connected hiking and biking trails – and right next to a roadway.
Part of Bay County gets closer to being ready for economic development with $4.1M grant
MONITOR TWP., MI – Decades ago, in the Monitor Township master plan, a stretch of rural properties along I-75 and 3 Mile Road were identified as prime real estate for potential economic development. This week, the township acted toward making the area more accessible for growth. If you purchase...
Discover the New Design District at METALCON
The Design District at METALCON offers exclusive programming and unmatched opportunities for design professionals and engineers to immerse themselves in the world of metal design and construction at this year’s show in Atlanta from Wednesday, Oct. 30 to Friday, Nov. 1. Featuring specialized education sessions, focused networking opportunities and...
Detroit City Distillery adds new Michigan, Kentucky blended bourbon to lineup
Detroit City Distillery has added a new bourbon to its permanent lineup of spirits that pairs with another region's popular bourbon. Its new Two Faced Blended Straight Bourbon blends Kentucky wheated bourbon with 50% Detroit City Distillery (DCD) bourbon made from Michigan grains that hail from local farms. ...
"Auto Workers for Trump 2024" ramps up counter-movement after UAW endorses Harris
(CBS DETROIT) — The United Auto Workers union announced it is launching an outreach program ahead of the November election following its endorsement of Vice President Kamala Harris and Harris' campaign stop with her running mate, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz.The union hosted a call Wednesday, during which members will hear what's at stake in November, the union's key issues, and how they're looking to win against the so-called "billionaire class."The UAW is calling this its most ambitious political program in decades to elect Harris as the next president.But on the flip side, there's "Auto Workers for Trump 2024.""The truckers that...
“Lake Shamrock Dredging going well,” Howard says
“Dredging (on Lake Shamrock) is continuing with good progress,” Clare City Manager Jeremy Howard told the Commission at the August 5th City meeting. He said, “Our mechanical dredge has ben undergoing some repairs from normal wear and tear on the equipment, but should be back up and running hopefully the first full week in August to continue working to the north of the beach at Shamrock Park,” adding, Savin is operating both dredges 24 hours a day, five days (Monday-Friday,) but has also experienced some intermittent mechanical issues that have been resolved.”
Harmful algae blooms confirmed in Bass Lake, Hamlin Lake
District Health Department #10, in cooperation with the Michigan Department of Environment Great Lakes and Energy, has confirmed harmful algae blooms on Bass Lake near Pentwater and Hamlin Lake near Ludington. Harmful algae blooms were confirmed on Bass Lake Monday, Aug. 12, and Hamlin Lake Tuesday, Aug. 13. Algae blooms...
Possible severe Lansing area thunderstorms Friday afternoon will kick off wet weekend
GRAND RAPIDS — The weekend will start off cloudy and rainy for much of mid-Michigan, but should dry out by the end of Sunday, the National Weather Service said. Rain and storms moved through the state late Thursday into early Friday, and the National Weather Service Grand Rapids office said expect more of...
Cheeseburger lovers flock to Caseville for tasty bites, Parade of Tropical Fools
CASEVILLE, MI - Thousands of people poured into the small coastal city of Caseville. The annual Cheeseburger Festival originally started in 1999 as a three-day event, but it has since expanded to a 10-day party. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our...
New Survey Asks for Input on Future of Downtown Pedestrian Plaza
August 16, 2024 – The 2024 season is not yet over for Downtown Midland’s The Commons Pedestrian Plaza, but the Downtown Development Authority is already looking toward its future - specifically, its future beyond 2025 - and invites the public to weigh in on the topic via a new survey on E-CityHall.
Step into Fall with Parks and Recreation's Fall Walking Program
August 16, 2024 – Join Midland Parks and Recreation and members of the Midland community to continue weekly strolls during the fall season with Parks and Recreation’s program Step into Fall. This program will host a two-mile walk at the base of the Tridge every Wednesday at 5:30...
Savor the Flavor as Taste of Downtown Returns September 12
August 16, 2024 – Explore Downtown Midland in a fun and delicious fashion at the Downtown Development Authority’s Taste of Downtown on Thursday, September 12 from 6:00 – 8:30 p.m. in Downtown Midland. Each ticketholder will receive a tasting passport that provides access to 17 tasting stations...
Coast Guard throws cold water on annual Port Huron river float
The 16th annual Port Huron Float Down is expected to draw over 5,000 rafters. Many participants need to be rescued from the St. Clair River each year, locals say. Despite Coast Guard warnings, local law enforcement encourages families to participate safely. The U.S. Coast Guard is cautioning revelers from taking...
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