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These 10 Places In Michigan Are Constantly Mispronounced
Whether you're a local or not, if you look at a map of Michigan there are plenty of city names that may make you double-take. Some town names like Bath, Coldwater, and Hell are pronounced exactly like the thing in your bathroom, the water in said thing, or the dreaded place 6 feet under. Meanwhile, some towns like Gaylord are deceptively difficult (more on Gaylord later).
Michiganders Make Sure You Know What Poison Sumach Is
Most people are familiar with poison Ivy and oak but many Michiganders do not know what poison sumach is. Learn what sumach is here. I've lived in Michigan most of my life but did live in Indiana for several years before moving back to the Great Lakes state. I had been in Indiana for about 12 years before encountering poison sumach.
MDOT Uses Model T Cars To Assess Road Conditions In Amish Country
As bad as you think the roads are for you cars in Michigan, just imagine what it could do to a buggy or cart wheel. Made out of sturdy wood and metal, almost no suspension, and no give, the wheels of your standard Amish buggy could easily get torn up and broken quick, and that could lead to dangerous conditions for the Amish on our roads.
State Rep. Bruck introduces anonymous baby surrender bill
MONROE — In January 2024, State Representative William Bruck introduced House Bill 5407, a bill that would allow Safe Haven Baby Boxes to be added to fire stations for parents to anonymously give up their infants without being charged for parental abandonment under Michigan law. Once the summer break for the house committees is over he plans to reintroduce it to the house to help both children and parents in tough situations. ...
Here’s The True Value Of $100 In The State Of Michigan
As I grow older, I can now understand why my parents, grandparents, and other adults would scoff at me for the way I chose to spend money. I had no idea the true value of a dollar beyond what it could get me at the candy store on the corner, let alone the value of anything more than $20. Now, I can look back and say I had some of the worst spending habits a kid could have and I would be frustrated if I was an adult in my family.
Lost Your Crocs? It Could Have Been A Michigan Fox
Campers at Tahquamenon Falls State Park in Michigan's Upper Peninsula have been puzzled by the mysterious disappearance of their footwear. The culprits behind these thefts have now been identified as a group of foxes, according to recent announcements by park officials. The unusual string of thefts came to light when...
Graveyard of Abandoned Cars: Somewhere in Michigan
When it comes to visiting an auto graveyard or junkyard, it seems the owners get very protective and picky about who they let in to look around. They've had their share of trespassers who sneak in and rip out vehicle parts to sell or use themselves. So it's no wonder...
New NBC Drama Will Be Set In Grosse Pointe: Details
Michigan is heading to the television spotlight once again. Following in the footsteps of such shows as Martin, Home Improvement, 8 Simple Rules, and most recently American Auto, a new show is heading our way set to have roots in the state. NBC is set to captivate audiences with a...
Luxury Mullet Lake VRBO One of the Priciest in Michigan
It's like Pure Michigan & Yellowstone collided. That's the best way to describe one of the most expensive vacation rentals in Michigan. This lakeside retreat is the perfect northern Michigan escape. If you're looking for the ultimate luxury getaway in Michigan, look no further than this dream house on the...
Detroit legislator takes the long view on Michigan’s water affordability struggles
For Detroit’s Sen. Stephanie Chang, the long and winding road to statewide drinking water affordability legislation continues with the finish line, hopefully, in sight. Chang, a Democrat representing Michigan’s 3rd district, first focused on the affordability issue as a newly minted representative in 2015. At the time, she heard stories about the effects of water shutoffs and related health issues. Since then, she has put a spotlight on affordability as a statewide issue, not just a Detroit problem as it is often portrayed.
Michigan Democratic and Republican consultants speak on Biden dropping out of race
With President Biden dropping out of the 2024 presidential race, voters are taking a closer look at the campaign trail for both the Democratic and Republican parties. Political consultants Beverly Watts and Jamie Roe join CBS News Detroit to weigh in.
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