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‘I Felt a Lot of Freedom’: Midwest Summer Camp for LGBTQ+ Youth Offers Sanctuary and Life Lessons
At campsites across Michigan and Ohio, Camp 4 All offers a safe place for summer fun. Standing on a beach in Traverse City, Michigan, 16-year-old Naja Nile chose not to swim despite the brutal summer sun, but saw them: kids with colorful hair splashing in the sparkling water. Wearing bathing...
Benny Cook of Quail Ridge GC wins Michigan PGA Professional Championship
BENTON HARBOR – Benny Cook rallied from behind and then held on to win the 103rd Michigan PGA Professional Championship at Harbor Shores Resort Wednesday. The 30-year-old director of instruction at Quail Ridge Golf Club in Ada won the Michigan PGA state title for the third time by shooting a 3-under 68 in the final round on the Jack Nicklaus-designed layout on the shores of Lake Michigan.
Proposed DTE rate hike could cover the cost of private jet use, Michigan AG Nessel says
(CBS DETROIT) - Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel is once again pushing back against a proposed DTE Energy rate hike. Nessel accuses the energy company of spending lavishly on corporate jets for their CEOs and attempting to pass that cost onto customers. DTE is asking for another rate hike just months after a previous hike that amounted to a $368 million increase. In testimony to the Michigan Public Service Commission, Nessel reported that DTE officials inflated the costs associated with running the utility by spending money on corporate jet travel. An additional rate hike would mean a 10% increase in consumers' bills. It's a move Nessel...
Trump piles onto GOP’s China attacks in Michigan Senate race
Republicans are trying to put a Chinese-linked company at the center of Michigan’s heated battleground Senate race between former Michigan GOP Rep. Mike Rogers and Rep. Elissa Slotkin (D-MI). Former President Donald Trump has even entered the fray, seeking to portray Slotkin, the Democratic nominee, as weak on China during her three terms in the […]
Bark River-Harris schools announces two key hires
HARRIS — The Bark River-Harris School District has announced a couple of new hires for the school year. Caleb Adams was hired as principal at BR-H Junior High and Senior High, while Heidi Reynolds has been appointed student success coordinator. Adams said he is looking forward to getting to know BR-H’s students and staff in his new role. “I’m excited to work with our amazing students and staff in my...
Honey Baked Bread Co. is ready for grand opening
MARQUETTE, Mich. (WLUC) -Honey Baked Bread is celebrating the grand opening of their new brick-and-mortar location. The allergy-friendly bakery offers unique breads and sweets that are gluten-free, egg-free, and soy-free, and use honey as a main ingredient. Owner Baily Knight said the new location was a much-needed upgrade. In preparation...
48 workforce housing units coming to Marquette Township
MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP, Mich. (WLUC) - New attainable housing is on its way to Marquette Township. Renovare Development announced last week that it received approval to build 48 workforce housing units off County Road 492. The project is still in the planning stage, but Renovare expects the homes to be affordable for folks who make 60%-120% of the area’s median income.
Hancock Police: Deadly scooter crash does not appear suspicious
HANCOCK, Mich. (WJMN) — Police in the City of Hancock said Thursday afternoon that a man had been found dead after a crash earlier that morning. According to a release from Hancock Police Chief Tami Sleeman, officers with the department responded to what they called an “unknown incident” around 5:40 a.m. on Wright Street. When […]
US Secretary of Education to visit Green Bay in September
GREEN BAY, WI – (WGBW & WISS) – U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona will visit Green Bay next month. Starting September 3rd Cardona will visit schools in Wisconsin, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, and Pennsylvania as part of the “Back to School Bus Tour. The theme of the...
Grand Rapids company’s sales at Meijer benefit youth education
Grady’s Garden is a company and a cartoon series, all about healthy food and getting kids to eat their vegetables. “Hey, this lettuce, tastes like lettuce. Because it is lettuce.”. Founder Mike Wheeler says their products have no artificial flavors, colors or added sugar and reduced sodium. “All raw...
UPPCO, Circle Power Renewables announce approval of power purchase agreement for Groveland Mine Solar
DICKINSON COUNTY, Mich. (WLUC) - Circle Power Renewables and Upper Peninsula Power Company (UPPCO) announced Friday that the Michigan Public Service Commission has approved a power purchase agreement for Groveland Mine Solar, a grid solar facility. This announcement has been two years in the making. The project was first announced...
A Ranch Dressing Spill Causes The Most Michigan Road Closure Possible
If there's one thing Michiganders love, it's ranch dressing. Some people put that special condiment on everything. Salad, pizza, chicken wings, french fries, heck, I bet people would go swimming in the stuff if they had the chance. Ranch is one of the food's best friends. Apparently, asphalt and Ranch have begun speaking too. Confused? I bet.
Study Says Michigan Believes Its Teachers Are Woefully Underpaid
Many people agree that teachers are one of the most underpaid positions in the entire workforce. Oftentimes they work well over 40 hours, pay out of pocket for classroom supplies, and handle 15-25 children per day. If you know a teacher, you know it's exhaustive work. Unfortunately, in most situations,...
Efficient School Bus Commute Tracking Technology Implemented In Michigan
When putting your loved ones on a school bus, have you ever wondered if they made it safely to their destination? Children's commutes to and from school are often overlooked—until now. One district in Michigan has devised a new plan that will assist parents in tracking their child's safety...
State Reps meet with restaurant workers in GR to discuss legislation to end tipping
“I’ll have to find another job. I won’t be able to support my kids anymore working minimum wage. It’s just not doable.”. Brittany Jones is a server at Uccello’s Restaurant in Caledonia and was one of about 50 restaurant employees and managers who came to Grand Rapids to discuss with state representatives what would happen if Michigan’s minimum wage is increased but tip credit is phased out. Her manager, Spencer Potter, agrees.
Man wanted in Mecosta County for shooting at stepfather arrested
DEERFIELD TOWNSHIP (WOOD-AM) - The Mecosta County Sheriff's Office says police arrested an 18-year-old man on attempted murder charges yesterday afternoon. Allen Kuhn had been wanted after allegedly shooting at his stepfather in Deerfield Township last week. He has yet to be arraigned. Deputies asked for help locating Kuhn last...
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