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A little bit of everything in the Wednesday forecast
SAGINAW, Mich. (WNEM) - With a weak low pressure system bringing a frontal passage for Wednesday’s forecast, we will find nearly a little bit of everything in the forecast. No severe weather is expected. A minor update has been made to the Independence Day forecast, and there is more on that below.
Michigan opens first public EV charging network for off-road vehicles
The nation’s first public EV charging network for off-road vehicles is now open in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. Proponents say they hope for continued expansion, but it may be a while before the average trail-rider goes electric. Michigan’s nascent electric transportation sector is expanding to the trail-riding crowd, with...
U.P. Trappers Convention and Outdoor Expo Coming to Escanaba July 12-13th
ESCANABA – The Annual Trapper’s Convention and Outdoor Expo is set to take place on Friday and Saturday, July 12-13, at the U.P. State Fairgrounds in Escanaba. The event will be open from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. EST on both days, offering a weekend filled with engaging activities and presentations.
Lenawee Christian senior one of among four Michigan students to earn MEC scholarship
CASSAPOLIS — A Lenawee Christian High School senior student was one of among four Michigan students to receive funding through Midwest Energy and Communications’ annual college scholarship program. Alexandra Prater was awarded a $1,000 scholarship from MEC in recognition of her academic achievements, leadership and community involvement. Scholarship...
How Megan Blake re-rose to West Michigan's top tennis player, Sentinel Player of the Year
Megan Blake has put together one of the best tennis resumes in area history. It includes a state championship, a re-rise to No. 1 singles and becoming the most dominant player in West Michigan. She has been selected as Holland Sentinel Girls Tennis Player of the Year for the second time.
Heil Continues Growth of Nationwide Dealer Network with New Locations in Ohio and Michigan
Heil® continues to strengthen its premier nationwide dealer network of sales, parts, and support services, with further growth in the Midwest. The company is excited to announce new Environmental Equipment Sales & Service (EESS) locations in Columbus, Ohio, and Detroit, Michigan, enhancing Heil’s presence and support in these key regions.
What Michiganders should know about airline policies while traveling over July 4th
(CBS DETROIT) — With Fourth of July travel in full swing, consumers should know what's changed since the last big travel season in December 2023.In April, the U.S. Department of Transportation issued new consumer protection rules that could save travelers $500 million annually.As of Tuesday night, the Detroit Metro Airport had only two delayed flights and no canceled flights, a far cry from when Darron Cole flew for the last time a couple of years ago."I got a really good ticket that I thought was too good to be true," Cole said. "Turns out it was too good to be true...
Pearl Mist Set to Call Again in Escanaba, Michigan
Pearl Seas Cruises’ Pearl Mist will arrive again at Escanaba’s North Shore Marine Terminal and Logistics Dock on Wednesday, July 3. According to a press release, the Pearl Mist will stay docked in Escanaba all day and depart at approximately 7 p.m. on Wednesday. The disembarking passengers will...
Michiganders feeling frustrated as Rite Aid closes in the state
LANSING, Mich. (WILX) - Many people are scrambling to get their prescription medications as Rite Aids across Michigan shut down for good. The Rite Aid store at the intersection of Saginaw and Waverly will close after Wednesday, and people who needed their prescriptions filled before the last day were left in a bind as stock is running low and cannot be restocked.
Watch Out For Stinging Nettles During July 4th Weekend
If you and your kids plan on being outside a lot in Michigan during the Fourth of July weekend, watch out for stinging nettles or someone will have a bad couple of days. Many Michiganders will be camping, barbecuing, fishing, hiking, or walking, and some will do yard projects during the Fourth of July weekend.
Michigan: 80-Year-Old Wins $300K Top Prize from Instant Game
It’s never too late to win big from the lottery and this is precisely what happened to one 80-year-old lottery player from Lake County, Michigan. The lucky man, who chose to remain anonymous, recently switched from draw-style games to instant games. It wasn’t long after the switch when he...
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