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The most boats ever will compete in the 100th Bayview Yacht Club race to Mackinac Island
Billed on its website as the “world’s longest continuously run long-distance freshwater yacht race,” the 100th Bayview Mackinac Race is set to start Saturday. A record-setting 334 boats have registered for the 100th year of the race, shattering the record of 316 in 1985 and a huge contrast compared with the 200 boats that raced last year, said David Stoyka, spokesman for the Bayview Yacht Club, which puts on the race.
Calvin ‘Megatron’ Johnson wipes away tears live on Kay Adams show as Detroit Lions legend says ‘I get it from my dad’
NFL icon Calvin “Megatron” Johnson got emotional during Kay Adams’ FanDuel TV program after he was honored by his former team. The Detroit Lions announced on Monday the induction of Johnson into the team’s Ring of Honor. Lions COO Mike Disner and Lions radio announcer Lomas Brown revealed that the retired six-time Pro Bowl wide […]
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...
How Michiganders Can Get the Most Bang For Their EBT/SNAP Buck
With the ever-rising price of, well, everything these days, people across the country are looking for ways to help stretch their dollars. And there's one program in Michigan that will help those who receive EBT and SNAP benefits to get double their money. I didn't know that this program existed...
This Michigan City Has the Lowest Cost-of-Living in America
A new survey has determined that the city with the lowest cost of living in the entire United States is right here in Michigan. WalletHub recently did a deep-dive into data to determine America's "Best & Worst Cities for First-Time Home Buyers". The survey looked at 300 cities across the United States, comparing their affordability and quality of life, as well as their real estate markets.
Peregrine falcons make a comeback in Michigan. DNR ends banding program
LANSING — On top of Spartan Stadium, a peregrine falcon family with three chicks lives in a nesting box, part of a statewide effort to rehabilitate peregrines in Michigan after pesticides decimated the birds of prey in the 1960s. More than half a century later, peregrine falcons, the world’s...
Omni Fiber pledges rapid expansion across 3 states
Omni Fiber has announced the closing of $150 million in debt financing. Recent financing attained by Omni Fiber will help fund what the Ohio-based ISP calls “rapid expansion” in Ohio, Michigan, and Pennsylvania. The financing, attained from Stonepeak Credit, will accelerate Omni Fiber’s rate of expansion, with additional...
Michigan Business Beat | Hilary Doe - Mackinac Policy Reflections and Let's Grow Michigan
Jeffrey Mosher welcomes back Hilary Doe, Chief Growth Officer for the State of Michigan, Detroit, MI. Hear Hilary and Jeffrey discuss the highlights of the Mackinac Policy Conference, the findings from a new national poll, the Moving Motivations report, and the Growing Michigan Together council's efforts to boost the state's business community, in the SoundCloud Podcast shared below:
Energy Bill Going Up? Here’s How Much Michiganders Are Paying Per Month
It's no surprise that Michiganders are paying more in 2024. Known for its cold winters and humid summers, Michigan's wild weather mood swings can be tough on your home's heating and cool system-- and tough on your wallet. It's not uncommon to hear the phrase, "If you don't like the...
Vice President Kamala Harris heading to Michigan Wednesday
KALAMAZOO, Mich. — Vice President Kamala Harris will be heading to Kalamazoo Wednesday for a campaign event and a moderated speaking event. Harris will be delivering remarks at the campaign event then participating in a moderated with Olivia Troye, a former Trump-Pence administration national security official. The Biden Campaign...
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