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See A Tree Painted Purple In A Michigan Forest? RUN!
So, you're out exploring the Michigan wilderness. Good choice. But before you go too far off the beaten path, let's have a quick chat about a color you'll want to remember: purple. It might not be splashed on every tree or every property--yet--but if House Bill 5561 gives the green light to purple trees, you'll want to pay attention.
When Does Michigan ‘Fall Back’ For Daylight Saving Time In 2024?
For many Michigan residents taking advantage of the Summer season is a must before the kids return to school and the leaves start to fall in the Great Lakes State. Enjoying outdoor activities while there's more daylight during this season is a plus. And with fall right around the corner in Michigan, when does Daylight Saving Time officially end?
Michigan DNR Warns Residents Beware Of Dangerous Invasive Species
As the summer season winds down in Michigan, some residents welcome the cooler weather months and being outdoors for fun fall activities. The cooler weather also provides a temporary break from some pests like mosquitos that seem to invade our summer activities. However, Michigan is far from being pest-free and officials are now urging residents to be aware of a destructive and dangerous invasive species.
What Do Yoopers Consider To Be ‘Up North’?
Yoopers and Trolls (name Yoopers have for those who live in the Lower Peninsula) have a different idea of what is considered "Up North" in Michigan. Growing up in Michigan, one thing we all learn is, that going up north is a thing but depending if you live in the Lower or Upper Peninsulas, where up north is can be entirely different.
Small Michigan Community Now Named ‘Best Fall Town’ In The Nation
There's no place like Michigan to admire the beauty and fun the Fall season has to offer. Spots to sip cider, pick pumpkins, and soak up the fall colors are available across the Great Lakes State. And one small community in Michigan was just named one the best fall towns in the nation to enjoy the views of the season.
Michigan’s largest free festival begins Thursday with live music, carnival
LAPEER, MI – Dubbed Michigan’s largest free summer festival, Lapeer Area Chamber of Commerce’s Lapeer Days begins today and will run through the weekend. The 122-year-old festival is scheduled from Thursday, Aug. 14 to Sunday, Aug. 18, in downtown Lapeer, south of Nepessing Street between Court and Saginaw streets.
COVID is climbing in Michigan, but this summer surge is different
Twice last week, Michigan had 2% of its emergency department and urgent care visits result in a COVID-19 diagnosis. That might sound insignificant, but it was the first time the coronavirus was that present in local hospitals since mid-February. In fact, the state is one of 16 with at least a 10% week-over-week increase, according to CDC data.
Sheetz will soon be all over the place in Michigan
ROMULUS, MI - It’s not a household name in Michigan... yet. Sheetz will be all over the state in the near future. The gas station chain, known for its fuel and EV filling stations and 24/7 convenience stores with made-to-order food options and grocery aisles, plans to open 50 to 60 locations in the state over the next decade with most locations in the Metro Detroit area.
Trump’s support of Kamala Harris campaign in 2011 focus of buzzy Michigan billboard
LINCOLN PARK, MI — A political billboard ad here involving the 2024 presidential race is gaining some viral buzz online. On Internet forums such as Facebook and Reddit, passersby are sharing images of a digital billboard showing what appears to be a copy of a $5,000 check Donald Trump donated to Kamala Harris’ political campaign when she was seeking reelection as California’s attorney general more than a decade ago.
MDOC needs to address prison staffing now, McBroom says
MARQUETTE, MI— Michigan Senator Ed McBroom says there are no quick fixes to the state’s prison staffing crisis, but something needs to be done, and soon. Chronic understaffing has led to mandatory 16-hour shifts and incidents with inmates. Sources say there have been more than 200 assaults at...
Viral Michigan Judge Gives Man Jail Time For Telling Him to ‘Kiss My A–‘
You'll probably remember, a while back, the story of Corey Harris, and how he was popped with a short stint in jail for being behind the wheel during his virtual hearing... regarding his suspended license. Well, that whole story was a whirlwind of its own, but the viral judge at...
The Largest Petoskey Stone in Michigan (and Where to Find It)
Many of us enjoy looking for – and collecting – Petoskey stones. Sometimes we find 'em along the beach, and other times we resort to buying them at a souvenir shop. They are not always easy to find, ya know. Well, this particular one is very easy to...
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