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WATCH LIVE: Gov. Whitmer announces Michigan-centric Navy ship, new jobs program
LANSING, Mich. — For the first time in history, Michigan's capital city is slated to be honored by a U.S. Navy vessel. Called the "USS Lansing," the U.S. Navy's fast expeditionary fast transport ship is currently under construction and is undergoing the first official steps in the "long commissioning process," according to the governor's office Monday.
The Dam Jam Festival returns to Old Town
LANSING, Mich. (WILX) - The Dam Jam Festival is taking over the Branke Fish Ladder in Old Town. On Saturday and Sunday, they’ll be featuring local artists, food trucks and vendors. Lansing 5:01 Executive Director Chris Sell says their goal is showing that Lansing is alive after 5 p.m.
Michigan’s Capital City Appears Set to Vanish Its Remaining Brick-Lined Streets
There's a romantic old-timeyness to brick-lined streets. Many Michigan cities use them on select blocks of a showcased section of their downtowns - think Saginaw Street in downtown Flint - or in toney residential neighborhoods for both the aesthetic value and as a traffic calming device. In Lansing there are...
One year after Williamston tornado, family still can’t move back into their home
WILLIAMSTON, Mich. (WILX) - Nearly a year ago, an EF-2 tornado ripped through Williamston. The twister uprooted trees and homes and toppled billboards. While there are still signs of destruction to this day, many people are finally seeing signs of reconstruction except for one family who says it hasn’t been quick enough.
Mid-Michigan Matters: Conservation efforts: Endangered species
LANSING, Mich. (WILX) - Taking steps to protect and preserve endangered species at the Potter Park Zoo through conservation efforts. The zoo will upgrade the historic Feline/Primate Building with $10 million in state funding. Rachel Marlatt with Potter Park Zoo, ties in International Tiger Day on July 29 (celebrating at the zoo on July 27) with the building upgrade and how it will improve the space for big cats. Marlatt also relates the improvements to the zoo’s conservation efforts to protect and preserve endangered species. The zoo welcomed in two new animals this year, the lynx and okapi. New baby animals include the red panda, lemur, and otters. Construction for the new animal clinic begins this fall, with an estimated completion date of Winter 2025.
Schor ‘optimistic’ City Council will approve the sale of City Hall on Monday
FRIDAY, July 19 — Mayor Andy Schor believes a majority of the City Council plans to support an agreement selling City Hall to Chicago developer J. Paul Beitler when it goes to a vote Monday night. “He's talked to six Council members so far. None of them have raised...
Mid-Michigan organizations affected by worldwide IT outage
LANSING, Mich. (WILX) - Local Mid-Michigan businesses are waking up to a rough morning of worldwide internet outages. University of Michigan Health-Sparrow was affected by the outage. They said they are experiencing technical issues in some areas and may experience minor delays in connecting with our services. They said operations are continuing, and they are not canceling procedures or appointments.
Michigan officials mull more access for e-bikes on state trails
Electric bicycle use is expanding, welcoming a new group of riders to the cycling community. But under current Michigan state park policies, the bikes are banned from many trails. That could soon change. The Department of Natural Resources has proposed a yearlong pilot program that would open 3,000 miles of...
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