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Why You’ll See Purple Porch Lights in Michigan This Fall
Once the air in Michigan begins to get crisp in the mornings, somewhere in mid to late August (sometimes sooner), and the coffee shops begin selling Pumpkin Spice Lattes and cider, there's a sudden run on hay bales, dried leaves, scented candles, and a slew of other decorations Fall enthusiasts are aching to hang, place, and lean. But don't mistake a purple porch light in October as someone who's celebrating Halloween, but rather as someone showing support for some of our state's bravest and most vulnerable.
Michigan congressman urges probe into security concerns with Chinese routers
(The Center Square) – A Michigan congressman has called on the Department of Commerce to launch a probe into Chinese Wi-Fi routers sold in America, citing their use in recent hacking attempts traced to the People’s Republic of China. Chairman John Moolenaar, R-Mich, of the House Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the United States and the Chinese Communist Party submitted a letter this week with Ranking Member Raja Krishnamoorthi, D-Ill. ...
MPPD Reminds Drivers of the Dangers of Impaired Driving
During the busy, end-of-summer travel season that includes the Labor Day holiday weekend, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) will be working alongside the Michigan State Police (MSP) and the Mt. Pleasant Police Department (MPPD) to remind drivers of the dangers of impaired driving. In 2023, 41% of fatalities...
Summer campers get Olympic experience complete with medals, ceremonies
Communities around the world tuned in to see the spectacle of the Paris Olympics this summer, and Children’s Discovery Centers used the international hubbub to keep kids across northwest Ohio engaged. “We had an opening ceremony at the beginning of our summer camp experience, and we're closing out our summer camp experience after 12 weeks with a closing ceremony,” said Tamara Glassbender, the summer camp coordinator for the Children’s Discovery Centers. The five separate locations for the centers formed different “countries” and competed in field day activities at Side Cut Metropark in Maumee on Thursday. First, second, and third-place medals in the classic gold, silver, and bronze were presented to the kids for kindness and helpfulness. Sportsmanship and exposure to other cultures were the main focuses for Laura Burrell, the co-director of the Talmadge center location.
Mom’s House celebrates back-to-school with “Lemons to Lemonade” fundraiser
TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - Turning lemons, into lemonade, and a brighter future. Local non-profit, Mom’s House, put on its annual back-to-school lemonade stand Thursday. The money raised from the event helps single moms break the cycle of poverty through education. Executive Director, Christina Rodriguez, says this is the third...
Home catches fire on Noble St.
TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - Firefighters with Toledo Fire & Rescue have been battling a house fire at the 1200 block of Noble St. since 4:30 a.m. Friday morning. Neighbors said that the home did have someone living in it, but were not there at the time of the blaze. Latest...
The Big Chill: Farmer’s Almanac Forecast for Michigan This Winter
Too early to talk about winter? Maybe, since Michigan still has a good chunk of summer left and parts of the country are sweating it out with record-breaking high temperatures, but the ''cold" hard fact is the season of chill is just around the corner. Since 1818 the Farmers' Almanac...
How to “Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle” When Back-to-School Shopping
Adrian, MI – The Lenawee County Solid Waste and Recycling Department has published tips to practice sustainability while back-to-school shopping. Julie Maurer’s blog post on the County website, titled “Low Waste Back-to-School Shopping,” talked about the Three R’s… Reduce, Reuse, Recycle. Here are a...
Michigan Starting Lineup: August 2024 (NASCAR Xfinity Series)
NASCAR Xfinity Series starting positions for Michigan International Speedway. NASCAR Xfinity Series drivers are unloaded in Brooklyn, Michigan. The 2-mile of Michigan International Speedway is set to host a round of practice and qualifying. View the Michigan starting lineup for the NASCAR Xfinity Series below. Michigan Menu. ARCA: Race. Xfinity:...
Man, 84, trapped under tractor for 2 hours hospitalized in critical condition
LIVINGSTON COUNTY, MI - A man is in critical condition after he was trapped under a tractor for two hours in Livingston County. Police were called around 2 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 15, after an 84-year-old man was discovered trapped under a large farm tractor on Steinacker Road in Cohoctah Township, said Livingston County Sheriff Mike Murphy in a release.
Prominent 2020 election denier seeks GOP nod for Michigan Supreme Court race
LANSING, Mich. (AP) — A Donald Trump ally who faces felony charges of trying to illegally access and tamper with voting machines is seeking the Republican nomination for the highest court in Michigan, an epicenter of efforts to overturn the 2020 election. In June, attorney Matthew DePerno announced his...
City of Toledo announces road closures, lane restrictions beginning Monday
TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - The City of Toledo has announced that multiple roads will be closed beginning Monday. The City says beginning Aug. 19, the following road closures and lane restrictions will be in place:. Northbound Ottawa River Road will be closed between 117th Street and 118th Street. Closed for...
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