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Produce Recall Extended to Include Michigan Kroger, Save A Lot Stores
Last week, we informed you of a massive recall of cucumbers sold at Walmart locations in Michigan, Ohio, and Indiana. Today, that recall has been extended to include additional produce items sold at various retail locations in 15 additional states. Cucumbers, Peppers, Green Beans, and More. The United States Food...
Michigan's community colleges will be tuition-free starting this fall
It seems every year the cost of college keeps going up but now, every recent high school graduate in Michigan can attend community college tuition-free thanks to the new state budget.
Michigan Puts the Kibosh on Massive Consumers Energy Rate Hike
New energy rates approved by the Michigan Public Service Commission could lower monthly bills paid by Consumers Energy customers. In December of last year, Consumers Energy requested to increase its revenue from gas customers by $136 million, which would have resulted in a natural gas rate increase of 5.7% for its customers.
Michigan BEWARE: Sophisticated Microsoft Outage Related Scam
Just a few days ago most of the world came to a screeching halt as one of the largest internet outages the world has ever seen affected many parts of the world. Banks, hospitals, airports, and more were all severely affected leaving people stranded and in danger. The outage was later attributed to an update made by the global cybersecurity company, CrowdStrike.
ALERT-Popular Snack Recalled In Michigan May Cause Severe Illness
Many Michigan residents have a favorite go-to snack for a quick bite to hold them over until the next meal. And making sure our snacks contain nutritious ingredients that keep us healthy is a top priority. But there's one snack that could do more harm than good and it's recently been recalled in Michigan as it could cause severe sickness.
Gretchen Whitmer is all-in on EVs. But state’s fleet is almost all gas powered
Gretchen Whitmer wants the state’s own car and light-truck fleet to convert to zero-emission vehicles by 2033. The state only had 10 EVs when a plan to reach 100% was released in early June. Funding remains an issue, with $1 million per year planned and the rest unbudgeted and...
Harper says canceled US Senate debate was ‘sham,’ slams Slotkin for avoiding him before primary
Calling it a “sham,” Detroit Democrat Hill Harper has pushed back against assertions that a previously planned debate with U.S. Rep. Elissa Slotkin (D-Holly) was canceled because of demands he made. Harper and Slotkin are vying for the Democratic nomination for the open U.S. Senate seat in the...
Beware: MI Residents Warned To Avoid These Items Attracting Ticks
Summertime in Michigan means spending more time outdoors and there are more pests to be aware of. One of those pests includes ticks, which are causing concern for residents in the Great Lakes State as cases of Lyme disease rise. And experts are warning Michigan residents to avoid certain items that could attract ticks and lead to potentially deadly bug bites.
‘ReCREATING in the Great Outdoors’ sees nearly 100 people attend
ESCANABA, Mich. (WLUC) - DNR Pocket Park at the U.P. State Fairgrounds in Escanaba saw plenty of visitors on Friday. The annual ReCREATING in the Great Outdoors event brought more than 70 people together for a day of fishing, archery and camaraderie. Pathways and the National Wild Turkey Federation (NWTF)...
Yoopers United Hockey team hosting Rail St. Block Party & Beer Pong Tournament
NEGAUNEE, Mich. (WJMN) – The Yoopers United Hockey team will be holding a variety of fundraisers leading up to their game against the Detroit Red Wings Alumni team this September. Their goal is to raise as much money as they can for the United Way of Marquette County. This...
Keweenaw County board votes to add zoning millage to November ballot
EAGLE RIVER, Mich. (WLUC) - The Keweenaw County Board made pivotal decisions Friday morning about how it will move forward with its plan to re-zone the county after the zoning administrator leaves. Among them is the addition of a millage proposal to the November ballot. “I make a motion,” Keweenaw...
Concession stand at Van Riper State Park reopens after years of closure
CHAMPION, Mich. (WLUC) - The concession stand at a popular U.P. state park has returned after years of being closed. As of Memorial Day weekend, visitors of Van Riper State Park can once again shop at the store. Park staff said the building was closed during the pandemic and had...
The U.P.’s last drive-in: Highway 2 Community Theater in Manistique
MANISTIQUE, Mich. (WZMQ) – Manistique is home to one of only a few drive-in movie theaters left in the state of Michigan—and the only one in the Upper Peninsula. The original Highway 2 Drive-In opened in 1953, becoming the Cinema 2 in the ’70s. In 2001, the drive-in shut down.
Swim Teal Lake event benefits kids with Type 1 diabetes
NEGAUNEE, Mich. (WLUC) - Swimmers can take on Teal Lake to benefit kids with diabetes. The 21st year of Swim Teal Lake: Benefit for Diabetes occurs on Saturday morning. Participants can swim a quarter mile or 2.25 miles. This started as a fundraiser for the U.P. Diabetes Outreach Network. This...
Dog lost year ago at Tahquamenon Falls campground finally caught 50 miles away
PARADISE, MI – A dog that went missing at Tahquamenon Falls State Park more than a year ago has finally been located and captured. Park officials shared the happy news on Friday after a local woman, Deanna Suggitt, and professional dog catcher confirmed they had secured the dog, Barley, after months of effort.
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