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Anglers ‘quite successful’ last week: DNR’s Weekly U.P. fishing report (7/24/24)
UPPER PENINSULA, Mich. (WJMN) — Respectable catch numbers were reported from just about every location in the Upper Peninsula last week… except one. According to the latest fishing report from the Department of Natural Resources, it was Munising where anglers got the short end of the stick. The report said people fishing 150-250 feet down […]
Michigan’s Gerald Ford Once Gave Incredibly Prescient Answer to Question about First Female President
President Gerald Ford is venerated around Michigan as a favorite son. His presidential museum is a prominent feature in his hometown of Grand Rapids. He also appears sage on the pathway to a potential female president. In a clip from 1989, long after his term in office, Ford was speaking...
Rudyard Summerfest returns this weekend
SAULT STE. MARIE — This weekend, residents and visitors will be celebrating 141 years of Rudyard during the annual Summerfest celebration. Summerfest began in 1983 to mark the the 100th anniversary of Rudyard's founding. Over the last 40 years, the event has included several new aspects that bring people into the community from...
FBI Warning Michigan Residents of New Crime Trend Called Jugging
A new crime trend has led to law enforcement warning everyone to be very careful at ATMs in Michigan. I was today years old when I learned of the term 'Jugging.' The FBI describes this new crime trend below,. Jugging refers to a crime in which a suspect, or group...
19,000 citations issued in first year of Michigan's 'Hands Free Law,' sheriff says
KALAMAZOO, Mich. — It's been officially a year since Michigan's "Hands Free Law" went into effect. Enacted in June 2023, the legislation made it illegal for any drivers to use their phone while behind the wheel, according to Michigan Legislature. Specifically, the law banned drivers from doing anything that...
EV road trip postcard: Learning the ABCs of charging in Michigan’s UP
ST. IGNACE — The Upper Peninsula is known as an electric vehicle desert, with just 11 fast chargers available in a nearly 16,500 square-mile area. Where: Stephenson Bakery, 4000 10th St. in Menominee. When: 8-10 a.m. on Friday. We want to get to know our readers and hear your...
Michigan’s weekend weather: Wildfire smoke will play a factor
The general weather data shows an almost hot weekend on the way. We will have to adjust the temperatures though do to wildfire smoke. We will also have to keep an eye on the next rain and whether it gets to some of us by the end of the weekend.
Governor of Michigan & Secretary of the Navy Announce Michigan Maritime Manufacturing Initiative
The US Navy is once again demonstrating that it’s at the forefront of the domestic advanced manufacturing landscape, with Secretary of the Navy Carlos Del Toro on July 22 announcing the Michigan Maritime Manufacturing (M3) Initiative. At a press conference at Macomb Community College, alongside other policymakers including Governor of Michigan Meg Whitmer, Secretary Del Toro introduced a plan that includes over $50 million in near term investments into Michigan’s manufacturing sector.
Gov. Whitmer lowers flags to honor Melvindale Police Officer killed in the line of duty
LANSING, Mich. – Governor Gretchen Whitmer has ordered U.S. and Michigan flags across the state to be lowered to half-staff on Friday, July 26, to honor the life and service of Melvindale Police Officer Mohamed Said, who passed away in the line of duty. “Officer Mohamed Said was a...
WARNING: Produce Recalled From MI, OH, IN Stores Due To Listeria
Making sure we eat enough healthy foods is a top priority for ourselves and our families. And that's why many of us buy plenty of fruits and vegetables. However, Michigan, Indiana, and Ohio are urged to check their refrigerators for produce included in an expanded recall in these states. Produce...
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