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AuSable River Queen remains docked, leaving Oscoda's summer tourism adrift
IOSCO COUNTY, Mich., (WPBN/WGTU) -- The AuSable River Queen is a prized tourist attraction in Oscoda during the summer. But it’s been docked because the owners cannot get the boat out of the water for a required inspection. “This is the only paddle wheel of its kind in Michigan.”...
National Weather Service in Far, Remote Northern Michigan Took Over Warning Chicago as Illinois Forecasters Hunkered Down During Tornado Outbreak
The National Weather Service is the government agency we all rely upon for up-to-the-second information particularly in emergency situations like severe thunderstorms and tornado outbreaks. But what happens when NWS forecasters are in the line of fire for a storm? That was the situation facing the NWS office in Chicago last night (July 15, 2024) as a summer storm spawned a tornado outbreak across the region.
29 possible tornado paths being investigated in Chicago from storms that later moved to Michigan
Significant severe weather swept through the Great Lakes region Monday night, causing widespread wind and tornado damage across several states. Chicago got hit hard, with the entire city of Chicago under a Tornado Warning at one point. These storms then made their way east, affecting southern portions of Michigan. Now...
Michigan State Police help secure RNC in Milwaukee
Michigan attendees of the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee may notice some familiar uniforms; the Michigan State Police sent troopers to assist with security for the event. Thirty-five state troopers were slated to go to Milwaukee starting July 13 in accordance with an Emergency Management Assistance Compact request from the...
The most boats ever will compete in the 100th Bayview Yacht Club race to Mackinac Island
Billed on its website as the “world’s longest continuously run long-distance freshwater yacht race,” the 100th Bayview Mackinac Race is set to start Saturday. A record-setting 334 boats have registered for the 100th year of the race, shattering the record of 316 in 1985 and a huge contrast compared with the 200 boats that raced last year, said David Stoyka, spokesman for the Bayview Yacht Club, which puts on the race.
Recall Alert: Michigan Check Your Fridges Now!
There's another recall affecting Michigan, and it's one you should be aware of before you go to snack or make your next salad!. Before you go to snack on those cucumbers you bought, you should check out this latest recall hitting Michigan. Wiers Farm is currently issuing a voluntary recall...
There Is a Single Michigan County With Almost No Risk for a Tornado
Michigan has a significant history of tornados. While not quite like the states of Tornado Alley, there are been some doozies over the years like the 1953 twister in the Flint area that's considered one of the 10 deadliest in the nation's history to the recent Portage tornado in Southwest Michigan from 2024.
Michigan’s electric energy future could be wasting away in a junk drawer
Recycling old electronics collecting dust in junk drawers is a promising solution to Michigan’s rising critical-mineral demand, experts say. Michigan government and researchers are trying to boost the state’s electronics recycling market. But recycling alone likely won’t provide all the critical minerals needed for Michigan’s electrification goals...
Michigan: Avoid Scammers Trying to Rip You Off on Amazon Prime Day
Amazon Prime Day may mean an opportunity to save a bundle but it also presents an opportunity for scammers who are looking to steal your hard-earned money. The giant online retailer's annual Prime Day event is running now through July 17 (you didn't miss all the hype, did you?) and Michigan's Attorney General is giving Michigan residents the heads up on several possible scams.
Rite Aid confirmed to close nearly all stores in Ohio, Michigan
Delphos Herald Editors Note: After calling the local Rite Aid in Delphos to ask about the status of their store, Store Manager Jake Leffler said the store is closing but does not have a firm closure date at this time. A document from Walgreens confirms that rumors of Rite Aid...
Ready for a break in humidity? It’s coming in a big way, but for how long?
Michigan has been in sticky humid weather for several days now. There’s a big change coming over the next few days, and you’ll be able to enjoy it for several days. We are going to look at humidity by way of looking at the dew point temperature. Remember, lower dew point temperatures mean less moisture in the air and a much drier feel to the air. When Michigan is very muggy we typically have dew point temperatures above 70 degrees. Dew points between 65 degrees and 70 degrees also feel muggy to a Michigander. Once dew points drop into the 50s we generally feel like the humidity in the afternoon is very low. Dew points in the 50s in summer bring comfortable weather.
OPIOID SETTLEMENT | Advisor questions Michigan’s transparency over spending of opioid settlement funds
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich — The leader of the Opioid Advisory Commission, a group tasked with advising state lawmakers on spending of opioid settlement funds, says they can’t get ahold of data, funding or officials. Dr. Cara Poland, an addiction medicine specialist in Grand Rapids, says the OAC is...
Anonymous driver lands bumper $4m windfall while getting gas – they bought just two items
A MYSTERY driver has won a whopping $4 million Lottery prize while refueling his car. The shocked man initially assumed the Lottery scanner was broken. After purchasing the winning ticket at the Fastlane convenience store at 3540 State Street in Saginaw County, Michigan, he became a multi-millionaire. The motorist won...
2 Southwest Michigan business owners vie to fill open seat in state House
KALAMAZOO, MI -- Two candidates are vying for the Democratic nomination in next month’s primary for Michigan’s 40th House district. Lisa Brayton and Matt Longjohn are battling to advance to November in the Tuesday, Aug. 6, primary. The top vote-getter will face Republican Kelly Sackett in the Nov. 5 election.
Proposed Cheboygan development receives McLaren backing
CHEBOYGAN — McLaren Northern Michigan, which operates a hospital campus in Cheboygan, is supporting the proposed Cheboygan Commons development project led by developer Bob Pulte. "Our Northern Michigan communities are highly attractive to people across the region. Cheboygan continues to grow as a destination location in Northern Michigan, and this project will...
Tigers shouldn't take Dodgers series win as a sign to buy at trade deadline, stop it
This past weekend was a glorious one for the Tigers. Although their hitters couldn't back up Tarik Skubal enough to grab a win in their first game against the Dodgers, the second and third were won in come-from-behind walk-offs thanks to heroics across the lineup. Detroit's record in July is 9-4, a much-needed improvement from the second half of June, when they went 5-9.
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