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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.
Four Michigan Athletes Set to Represent at the 2024 Paris Paralympics
After the conclusion of the Olympic Games in Paris, focus now shifts to the 16th edition of the Paralympic Games. Over 4,000 athletes from more than 150 nations are anticipated to compete across 22 sports. Team USA wrapped the 2024 Paris Olympics with a medal count of 126: 40 gold,...
Michigan lawmakers voice concerns over implementing new minimum wage
(CBS DETROIT) - The Michigan Supreme Court ruled in July that a move by the state legislature back in 2018 called "adopt and amend" was unconstitutional and the state's minimum wage will see an increase in 2025. In a 4-3 decision, the court said Republican lawmakers violated the state constitution."The very liberal Michigan Supreme Court decided for some reason that legislators can't pass bills anymore," said state Rep. Joe Aragona. "I guess I don't quite see where they're coming from. So they're doing a little bit of legislating from the bench."Aragona says he's worried about businesses implementing this higher minimum wage. In February...
Deep Purple performing in Michigan next week, find tickets under $20
Fans of Deep Purple can see the band live for less than $20 per ticket. Reserve in time for their concert at Michigan Lottery Amphitheatre next Thursday night. Shop affordable ticket options on Vivid Seats, SeatGeek, StubHub, and Ticketmaster. Influential English rock band Deep Purple is best known for early...
Harris campaign officials meet with Arab-American, Jewish leaders in Michigan
Much as President Joe Biden's campaign did before, Vice President Kamala Harris — now the Democratic presidential nominee — sent officials to Michigan on Thursday to meet with Arab American and Muslim leaders who continue to insist the U.S. government demand an Israel-Hamas cease-fire in Gaza. Osama Siblani, publisher of the Arab American...
Swing state voters support domestic drilling
(The Center Square) – Voters in several key swing states this November support domestic oil drilling, according to new polling data. The American Petroleum Institute commissioned the poll, but it was conducted by the reputable pollster Morning Consult. According to the poll, more than 90% of voters in Arizona, Georgia, Michigan, Nevada, North Carolina, Pennsylvania and Wisconsin are concerned about inflation. ...
Michigan Cities Top the List of Least Relaxed in the U.S.
In honor of National Relaxation Day (Aug. 15), here’s a list of the cities considered the least relaxed in the U.S. We would have highlighted the cities ranked among the most relaxed, but unfortunately, not a single Michigan city made it into the top 40. LawnStarter analyzed the 500...
Rain update for Michigan: Slow today, possible severe storm round Friday
In the short term of today and Friday we have two periods of rain to track. Today’s rain will be slow to move in and not aggressively developing. Friday could have a different scenario with a line of strong thunderstorms at some point. Let’s get an update on these two rains.
Stempien endorses Operation Survivor Justice that benefited Branch County
LANSING — Attorney General Dana Nessel formally announced a $1 million grant program Wednesday with the U.S. Marshals Service to locate, apprehend, and return to Michigan fugitive offenders with outstanding sexual assault warrants. Branch County already benefitted with the June apprehension and extradition of Anthony Cuyler, 46, who was located in Mexico and is facing 2019 charges of sexual assault of two Union City minors. ...
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...
DBusiness Daily Update: Iron Fish Distillery in Northern Michigan Collects Three Top Awards at Competition, and More
Thompsonville’s Iron Fish Distillery Collects Three Top Awards at Competition. Iron Fish Distillery in Thompsonville, southwest of Traverse City, announced that all three of its Mad Angler whiskeys have been awarded top honors in the 2024 ASCOT Taste Competition. Mad Angler Bourbon 5 yr. earned one of 100 Double...
Roundtable emphasizes revitalization success at Grand Traverse Commons
TRAVERSE CITY, Mich., (WPBN/WGTU) -- The Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy hosted a roundtable and a tour of the Village at Grand Traverse Commons on Wednesday. The event was held to discuss how Brownfield Redevelopment grants are reshaping Michigan communities. UpNorthLive News was at the seminar and saw...
So what's the deal with those $3,000 rescues at Sleeping Bear Dunes?
GLEN ARBOR, MI -- The expansive Lake Michigan view from the top of Sleeping Bear Dunes is priceless, but what if you need a rescue trip up from the bottom? Well, that may cost you $3,000. Visitors to this huge national park west of Traverse City have probably seen the...
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