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DNR and MSU Release 500 Baby Sturgeon in Michigan River
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources and Michigan State University recently released 500 sturgeon fingerlings in another river. Lake sturgeon are native fish in the Great Lakes they look prehistoric and can grow to 6 feet long and weigh 100 pounds. Now that's what I call a whopper!. Lake Sturgeon...
New Program in Suttons Bay to Help Teens Quit Vaping
Leelanau Investing For Teens (LIFT) has launched a new initiative to help local teens and young adults quit vaping. The Suttons Bay-based organization has partnered with Truth Initiative to offer “This Is Quitting,” a free program that uses a text message platform with support, advice, and quitting strategies to help young people stop using e-cigarettes. Per a press release from LIFT, the nationwide program has enrolled over 750,000 users and “had nearly 40% higher odds of quitting compared to a control group” in a JAMA Internal Medicine clinical trial. LIFT Founder and Executive Director Rebekah TenBrink calls the program “an invaluable resource for Leelanau County teens” and “potentially life-saving.” To sign up, text SACREDBREATH to 88709. For more information about the program or to request materials, contact LIFT at (231) 313-5803 or liftyouthsb.com.
Warning: Popular Drink Being Recalled From Stores in Michigan
A drink recall has hit Michigan, and it's something worth paying attention to. This recall involves arsenic in a popular beverage that you would serve to your children. A recent product recall has hit Michigan, involving a popular brand of apple juice that many might have in their homes, especially if you’ve got kids. The product in question is the Great Value 8oz Apple Juice, sold in packs of six and labeled as 100% juice.
War in Gaza and U of M regent race dominate Michigan Democrats’ state convention
As Michigan Democrats on Saturday nominated their picks for Supreme Court and education boards on the Nov. 5 ballot, the University of Michigan Regents — the one contested race — took centerstage. The nominating convention, held in Lansing, was flooded with supporters decked in maize shirts for Board of Regents candidate and pro-Palestinian movement leader […]
Five things to know about Wayne County, Michigan
Wayne County in the US state of Michigan is a region steeped in history and influence, impacting everything from music and manufacturing to politics. Voter turnout in this county can be decisive in Michigan, a battleground state that President Joe Biden won by just 150,000 votes in 2020.
Old Farmer’s Almanac Predicting Colder, Drier Winter for Michigan
While some forecasters are predicting a snowier winter than Michigan has seen in years, the Old Farmer's Almanac isn't so convinced. The venerable publication has released its regional projections for the winter of 2024-25, and it's calling for below average snowfall for the Lower Great Lakes region. That's not to...
A Tale Of Two Theaters: Elk Rapids Cinema Seeks Tax-Exempt Status, Bijou By The Bay Remains Closed
The futures of two northern Michigan arthouse movie theaters are up in the air. The Chalfonte Foundation, the Detroit-based nonprofit that acquired the Elk Rapids Cinema last year, announced earlier this month that the Elk Rapids Township Assessor’s Office had denied its request for a property tax exemption. The foundation says the exemption is crucial to keep the cinema’s doors open, and has appealed the matter to the Michigan Tax Tribunal.
Two men arrested after meth, whiskey and weapons found in vehicle
GRAND TRAVERSE COUNTY, Mich., (WPBN/WGTU) -- Two men were arrested after state police troopers found narcotics, alcohol and weapons during a traffic stop. The two men's identities have been withheld pending their arraignment. At 11:42 p.m. Thursday, troopers pulled a vehicle over for a "moving violation" on US-31 near State...
Multiple weapons seized from felon in Otsego County
OTSEGO COUNTY, Mich., (WPBN/WGTU) -- A Gaylord man who is a felon was arrested after deputies found several weapons at his home. On Thursday just before midnight, deputies responded to a residence in Bagley Township for a report of a "domestic situation," the Otsego County Sheriff's Office said. The sheriff's...
Belvedere Club awards scholarships to local student employees
CHARLEVOIX — The Belvedere Club recently awarded college scholarships to eight local students who have worked at the club in various roles. The scholarships, averaging $3,800 each for 2024, are renewable for up to four years. Eligibility for the scholarships requires at least three years of employment at the club, meeting specific...
Back to School: Supporting the Whole Student at TCAPS
Traverse City Area Public Schools takes a comprehensive approach to supporting kids in and out of the classroom. When most people think about public schools, they think about education—classrooms, teachers, and textbooks. However, Traverse City Area Public Schools (TCAPS) is working to go beyond traditional scope, offering different services designed to support the well-being of students and their families.
Suttons Bay Marina to enhance facilities with state-funded waterways grants
LEELANAU COUNTY, Mich., (WPBN/WGTU) -- Changes are coming to Leelanau County to help people enjoy the great outdoors. It's thanks to a waterways grant from the Michigan DNR. Every year the DNR awards dozens of grants to help local communities in need. This waterways grant is targeted at addressing expanding the harbor system along the Great Lakes and boating access sites throughout the state.
Election deniers in key states are newly empowered in 2024
Local election officials in key swing states are taking on new power heading into 2024, worrying some legal observers who expect attempts to slow down the certification process in favor of GOP candidates. In the aftermath of the 2020 presidential election, which former President Trump baselessly claimed was rigged against him, local election offices, which […]
How A Criminal Enterprise Stole $800,000 From Meijer Stores
Retail criminals have gotten better at getting away with their crimes. A group in Michigan targeted Meijer and was able to scam them out of almost $1,000,000. Meijer has suffered over $800,000 in losses due to an organized retail crime scheme that has persisted for several years in Michigan. Court...
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