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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...
Seney holds 2024 Lumberjack Fest
Seney, Mich. (WJMN) – Everywhere you go in the Upper Peninsula you’ll find wooden statues freshly carved on the side of the highway beckoning you to come and take a look. At the lumberjack fest, you can finally listen to that call and maybe even bring one home. The Lumberjack Fest is an annual event […]
Annual Fin Fun Day celebrates Finnish Yoopers
NEGAUNEE TOWNSHIP, Mich. (WLUC) - Yoopers connected with their Finnish roots in Negaunee Township Hall Saturday. The 14th annual Finn Fun Day celebrates Finnish culture through education and entertainment. Different groups played Finnish music while the audience visited tables selling Finnish products like candy and baked goods. The Finlandia Foundation...
Harbor Fest 2024 ends on a bright note, marking another successful year
MARQUETTE, Mich. (WLUC) - A festival in Marquette celebrated the end of summer with music, food, and games. On Saturday, the final day of Harbor Fest 2024 at Mattson Lower Harbor Park featured music from five different groups including the Northern Michigan University band. Harbor Fest co-chair Bryan Lopac says...
Beethoven and Banjos performing in upper Michigan this weekend
MARQUETTE, Mich. (WLUC) - A music festival is bringing some unique music to upper Michigan. Beethoven and Banjos is an annual music festival combining folk music with classical music in various styles. This year, the festival’s program is called ‘The Space Between’ which features an original film and live music....
Sister Bay, Washington Island matchup in DCL semi on 105.1 The GOAT
A rematch of last year's title game will be hosted one round earlier this time around when Sister Bay and Washington Island meet in the Door County League playoff semifinals on Sunday afternoon. Both teams needed one extra game to settle their seeds last weekend. A pair of errors allowed...
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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