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‘High Risk’ Recall Issued for Candy Sold at Walmart, Target, and Dollar Generals in Michigan
A popular candy company that sells products in three major stores across the country, and in Michigan, has issued a recall on several of their products, due to possible contamination, and presence of Salmonella. The recall was listed as as a "Class I" recall, which is the highest risk level...
Dollar General to pay $12 million in fines over worker safety issues
Dollar General has agreed to pay $12 million in a settlement with the federal government over workplace safety. The ubiquitous retail chain, with 19,000 locations including more than 700 in Michigan, agreed to the settlement last month with the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration. It comes after Dollar General had been cited repeatedly for unsafe working conditions and was deemed a “severe violator” by the federal agency.
Michigan suspends child care center’s license after state found 65 violations
LANSING, MI - A Michigan child care center with a documented history of problems is no longer operating after the state ordered it to shut down and suspended its license. The Michigan Department of Lifelong Education, Advancement, and Potential Licensing Bureau issued a notice Aug. 22 that it plans revoke the license of Tiny Tators Childcare LLC, 1036 Bell Road in Niles, after investigators found the center “failed to provide appropriate care and supervision of children at all times and used prohibited means of discipline when caring for children.”
Michigan DNR Approves Electric Bikes On State Trails
The use of electric bikes is going up every day in Michigan- you've probably seen people ripping around town at a high speed on these motorized bicycles. So naturally in a move that reflects the rising popularity of electric bikes, the Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has updated its rules to allow certain e-bikes on state-owned trails.
‘Try a tryke’: Marquette AMBUCS chapter brings exercise, fun to people with limitations
MARQUETTE, Mich. (WJMN) — For people with physical or mental limitations, the experience of riding a traditional bicycle may not be possible. That’s where AMBUCS comes in; a nationwide non-profit organization dedicated to “empowering inclusive recreation and living.” August 25 at Marquette Commons, the Marquette AMBUCS chapter held a ‘Try a tryke’ event, which welcomed […]
Michigan Democrats, Republicans nominate candidates for Nov. ballot at conventions
The Michigan Democratic Party and Michigan GOP held conventions Saturday to nominate candidates for the Michigan Supreme Court, State Board of Education and the three publicly-elected university boards. While political parties in Michigan nominate candidates to serve on the state's high court, the party's picks appear on the nonpartisan section of the...
Michigan Leaders Warn of Latest Text Scam
Most of Michigan has likely settled in from all of their summer plans. School is back in session and the trips to other parts of the country, for most of us, will be on hold for the next few months. But for those of us who regularly travel to other...
USPS Delivery Service Changes May Impact Michigan Customers Soon
Michigan residents have relied on the United States Postal Service (USPS) to receive packages, bills, and other important items. However, the USPS has recently announced changes that could affect how those items are delivered and received in Michigan and could impact residents soon. USPS Delivery Service Changes May Impact Michigan...
Michigan gas prices fall to lowest price since June
Michigan’s average gas prices continued to drop this week, falling a nickel a gallon Sunday to $3.41 for regular unleaded, which could help families planning to take a holiday road trip Labor Day weekend as their last summer hurrah. "Gas prices continue to fall, with Michigan motorists seeing the lowest prices since early June," Adrienne Woodland, a spokeswoman for AAA, said. "Mild gasoline demand, steady supply, and low oil costs may cause pump prices to slide further." ...
Cleaning up pollution and removing crumbling dams help to restore Michigan rivers
In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, building dams for electricity generation was the big new thing. Those hydroelectric dams provided power to nearby cities. But big companies found centralized coal-burning power plants could provide power to larger areas and make more money. Many of the generators at the dams were shut down decades ago.
What’s the REAL Cost of Raising a Child in Michigan?
Did you factor back to school supplies in there too?. Household budgets are feeling the strain as children across Michigan prepare to head back to school. Between supplies, lunches, extracurriculars, and healthcare-- what's the real cost of raising a child here in Michigan?. I mean, can you put a price...
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