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Hill To Join U.P. Corrections Officers On Picket Lines In Baraga, Marquette
Following up on her ongoing advocacy and bill introduction this week to address the staffing crisis in Michigan’s prisons, State Rep. Jenn Hill (D-Marquette) announced today that she will join corrections officers for informational pickets at the Baraga Correctional Facility and Marquette Branch Prison next week. “As always, I...
Michigan Weather Alert: Moderate Swim Risk for Marquette and Alger Counties Today
Marquette, MI – The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a moderate swim risk for beaches in Marquette and Alger Counties today due to expected breaking waves and strong currents. Residents and visitors are urged to avoid dangerous areas such as piers, break walls, and river outlets. Particularly hazardous locations include Middle Bay near Presque Isle, Little Presque Isle, McCarty’s Cove, Au Train Bay, and sections of the Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore, including Grand Sable Dunes and Miners Beach.
Truckin’ to St. Ignace for the 28th Annual Richard Crane Memorial Truck Show Weekend
Twenty-eight years ago, a handful of trucks braved the winds and the rain to kick off a new tradition. In 2024, that tradition will roar louder than ever! St. Ignace is pulling out all the stops for the best truck show yet. If you want to see the biggest and baddest semi-trucks on the road, mark your calendars for the weekend of September 12-14, 2024. Start out right by planning your weekend right here.
State board approves funding for two River Rouge housing developments
At its August meeting, The Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA) Board approved funding for four affordable housing developments, which will rehabilitate and preserve 319 housing units in the state. “Every month we continue to make progress implementing housing solutions that have a positive impact for residents, partners and local...
'It gives me more of a home feel': Pellston's Griffith to join Adrian track and field
PELLSTON – Laith Griffith was up front about it. He had mixed feelings about a huge decision he had to make regarding his track and field future this past week. But for the former Pellston High School standout, he believes it’s the right choice. Griffith, who had an impressive career with the...
PILOT Agreement, TCLP Property, City Projects on Commission Agenda
In addition to a proposed restaurant lease agreement for the Scalawags space on State Street, Traverse City commissioners will tackle a busy agenda tonight (Monday) that includes approving a payment-in-lieu-of-taxes (PILOT) agreement for Orchardview Apartments, certifying Traverse City Light & Power property on Cedar Run Road as surplus so it can be sold, accepting $300,000 in state grant funding for FishPass, and approving several city project contracts.
TC & Cadillac Harnessing the Rise of Off-Road Vehicles
Getting out on the trails is almost a requirement in northern Michigan, whether that’s hiking and biking in the summer or snowshoeing and cross-country skiing in the winter. Each year, outdoor recreation options seem to draw more people to the area. If you hear a rumble or a roar while you’re out, that’s because motorized recreation—including e-bikes, snowmobiles, and all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) or off-road vehicles (ORVs)—is also on the rise.
Nearly 80 Pomeranians rescued from hoarding situation in West Michigan
MUSKEGON, Mich. — A few weeks ago Humane Animal Treatment Society and Montcalm County Animal Rescue reached out for help because of a hoarding situation in West Michigan. Nearly 80 Pomeranians were living in one house and being taken care of by one woman. She was willing to surrender...
Michigan gas prices drop and could go lower as students return to school
Michigan’s average gas prices fell 12 cents from a week ago, down on Sunday to $3.46 a gallon for regular unleaded, and could go lower, as the summer travel season winds down and students begin to return to school. "For the third week in a row, Michigan motorists are seeing lower prices at the pump," Adrienne Woodland, a spokeswoman for AAA, said early Monday. "Tepid gasoline demand and stable oil costs may cause gas prices to slide...
Rite Aid Gives Up on Michigan: Closing 6 More Stores
It looks like Rite Aid has pretty much given up on Michigan. That's a tough but accurate statement, given that 185 stores were operating in Michigan at the beginning of 2024. Since the company's June bankruptcy and before Monday's latest filing, 165 Michigan stores were slated for closure, according to MLive. The latest paperwork handed over on August 5 has revealed Rite Aid's plans to shutter six additional locations to that list.
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