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Great Lakes Shipwreck Historical Society receives award for preserving U.P. history
WHITEFISH POINT — The Great Lakes Shipwreck Historical Society received the “Superior Award” from the Historical Society of Michigan (HSM), one of the oldest historical societies in the country. The Superior Award, established by the HSM in 2006, recognizes historical societies, museums, and other historical organizations that have preserved and advanced U.P. history. The Great Lakes Shipwreck Historical Society said their museum, marine operations and shipwreck discoveries are all possible thanks to teamwork. “We are honored to receive the Historical Society of Michigan’s Superior Award”, said GLSHS Executive Director, Bruce Lynn. “This is a reflection of the teamwork by our great staff at Whitefish Point, the Weather Bureau building in the Soo, as well as the crew onboard our research vessel, David Boyd.”
Michigan SOS roundtable strategizes how to woo young voters to the polls
(The Center Square) – In an effort to boost voter turnout, the state of Michigan plans to bring politics to schools, workplaces and social media. Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson played host to a roundtable earlier this week to discuss solutions to voter turnout gaps among young Michiganders. Compared to the rest of the nation, Michigan boasted a higher turnout of voters aged 18-29 in the 2022 midterm election. Yet,...
Michigan National Park Rangers Compete in Most Bug-Infested Photo Contest
There may not be a pageant for most bug-infested park ranger, but if there was, someone in Michigan is getting a sash. Two recent photos shared by National Lakeshores in the state show off a common summer issue - an abundance of pesky flying insects. The little photo flame war...
Chocolay Township Police ask for help with animal abandonment complaint
CHOCOLAY TOWNSHIP, Mich. (WJMN) – Authorities in Chocolay Township are asking for the public’s help while investigating an animal abandonment complaint. Chocolay Township Police are looking for a person by the name of Starlene (Bartol) Wentworth. Authorities believe Wentworth has knowledge of the allegations. We contacted authorities about a possible picture to help locate Wentworth. […]
Frustration grows as lawmakers try to expand involuntary treatment authorization
The 7 Investigators have been exposing problems in the psychiatric hospitalization process. Now some lawmakers are trying to make changes to who’s allowed to fill out some crucial court forms.
2023-24 construction employment data released; Ohio ranked among top
OHIO, USA — Love it or hate it, construction is here to stay in the Midwest. National data released by the Associated General Contractors of America indicates that both Ohio and Michigan saw a varying increase in construction employment between May 2023 and May 2024. According to the data,...
Do Michigan Landlords Have To Provide Air Conditioning?
Over the last week and a half, we have all been experiencing this crazy heat wave that has us sweating all day. It's by record, one of the hottest summers Michigan has seen and it has barely started, meaning it will only get warmer. We have already started to see hydration stations pop up across the state and events have been cancelled due to the heat levels.
Upper Peninsula Power Co. withdraws request for waiver on outage credit rules
After filing a request earlier this year for a permanent waiver in how it counts power outages, Upper Peninsula Power Co. has withdrawn its application, according to a Monday announcement from the Department of Attorney General. Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel intervened in April on the case before the Michigan Public Service Commission (MPSC). The […] The post Upper Peninsula Power Co. withdraws request for waiver on outage credit rules appeared first on Michigan Advance.
What caused these ominous shelf clouds to stretch across Michigan skies
As the severe storms rolled across Michigan Tuesday, there was some ominous beauty in the sky. When storms are as strong as they were this morning, the atmosphere can have some spectacular cloud formations due to how turbulent the conditions are. This morning, strong straight-line winds left significant damage in...
550,000 Ford F-15 Trucks Recalled
DEARBORN, MI – Ford Motor Company has announced a safety recall for 552,188 Ford F-150 vehicles from the 2014 model year due to a defect in the Powertrain Control Module (PCM). The defect may cause an intermittent loss of the Output Shaft Speed (OSS) sensor signal, leading to unintended...
Heat, Pollen, Cicadas a Big Problem? Now The Mayflies Are Here!
Heat, high humidity, clean air action days in Michigan. Boy, our air quality has been lousy lately. First it was the pollen, achoo, then we were told we had to worry about the Cicadas emerging. Nothing to worry about, really, just the noise. CICADA. But now, we have another critter...
New Michigan Recall: Stop Using Your Vitamix Immediately
You might not want to use your blender to make your smoothie today. Do you own a Vitamix blender? Keep reading to find out more about this active recall. Why Should Michigan Residents Stop Using Their Vitamix?. On June 20th, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission announced a recall notice...
Michigan Charging Stations For Electric ATVs and Snowmobiles
Like the auto industry, the ATV and Snowmobile industry is slowly making electric vehicles but where can you charge them in Michigan?. For years automakers have been making hybrids and now full electric vehicles. The kicker has been where to charge those vehicles. Thanks to grants there are charging stations...
Allegan to Mount Pleasant: Free summertime Michigan concerts just keep on coming
The latest update to Local Spins’ “Free Outdoor Community Concerts Guide” boasts a wide array of regional acts. Plus, view photo galleries from recent weekday shows. On tuneful Tuesdays alone, the concert lineup across West Michigan is impressive. Tonight, Allendale’s Concerts in the Park hosts Sweet Justice,...
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