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Detour coming for all westbound Cook Road traffic starting next week
GRAND BLANC TWP., MI -- The county plans to begin work on Cook Road on Monday, July 22, and plans to detour all westbound traffic from the construction zone until the project is completed at the end of September. The county Road Commission announced the start of the rehabilitation project...
Tahquamenon Falls to reopen campground with new toilet, shower building
PARADISE, MI – An Upper Peninsula state park known for its spectacular waterfalls will reopen one of its campgrounds next week now that a new toilet and shower building is complete, officials announced. Tahquamenon Falls State Park will reopen the Hemlock loop of the Lower Falls Modern Campground, on...
First lady Jill Biden cancels Ann Arbor campaign stop as speculation swirls
ANN ARBOR, MI — First lady Jill Biden has canceled tentative plans to campaign in Ann Arbor on Sunday, July 21, the Washington Post reported. The news comes amid speculation about whether Joe Biden will remain in the presidential race following a recent debate against Donald Trump and after he tested positive for COVID-19 on Wednesday and returned to his Delaware vacation home.
Police investigating fatal crash at Flint Township intersection
FLINT, MI – Police are investigating a fatal crash at the intersection of Beecher and Gilbert roads, according to an announcement from the Flint Township Police Department. Beecher Road will be closed as investigations and cleanup takes place, police said. If you purchase a product or register for an...
Garden Talk: What veggies can we still plant and have ripen before frost?
The next few months in Michigan often provide weather that some vegetable plants love. The trick is doing the simple math to figure out if these vegetables will still ripen in time. There are a few vegetables that can be planted now, thrive in July and August heat and ripen...
Popular Up North state park opens water trail that navigates peaceful inland lakes
HAMLIN TOWNSHIP, MI – A popular Northern Michigan state park has unveiled a new water trail, navigating a scenic two-mile route along the shorelines of two inland lakes. The universally accessible North Canoe Trail at Ludington State Park takes paddlers from Hamlin Lake to Lost Lake and back again.
MDOT plan for I-475 calls for big changes for bridges in Flint area
FLINT, MI -- The state’s updated plan for rebuilding I-475 in the Flint area calls for some big changes to bridges and ramps along the freeway, including the removal of a span at 14th Street. MDOT outlined the changes in a Thursday, July 18, letter and separately announced it...
Ope, she did it again: World’s oldest and most fruitful loon hatches two more chicks in U.P.
SENEY, MI – The oldest and most productive documented common loon in the world hatched another two chicks this breeding season. The female loon known to be at least 38 years old is called “Fe,” and this year she and her partner successfully hatched two chicks during the recent weekend at Seney National Wildlife Refuge in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. She now has at least 42 descendants recorded in her genetic books – breaking her own record again.
Lake Superior is heating up, but 40-degree temperatures lurk just below the surface
Lake Superior is the coldest Great Lake, as well as the largest. However, it’s running well above average in terms of temperature. Abnormal warmth has been observed near the surface of Superior, with cold temperatures lurking just beneath the surface. “Surface water has been warming quickly on Lake Superior...
At townhall, Wolverine Worldwide faulted for ‘woeful’ PFAS effort
ROCKFORD, MI — The filter doesn’t fit Julie Zahm’s sink. Instead, she and husband Bernard get water for drinking, cooking, gardening and feeding animals from the downstairs laundry room at their house on Courtland Drive NE across the street from Wolverine Worldwide headquarters. If you purchase a...
Nearly $42M awarded to head start programs in Genesee, Saginaw counties
FLINT, MI – Nearly $42 million dollars in federal funding is on its way to Genesee and Saginaw counties after being awarded by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Funding will go to head start and early childhood education programs in both counties, as well as support...
Stellantis says 24K hybrid minivans should be parked outside over increased fire risk
AUBURN HILLS, MI -- Stellantis is asking owners of certain Chrysler Pacifica plug-in hybrids to stop charging their vehicle and to park their minivans outside and away from buildings due to an increased risk of a battery fire, according to the Associated Press. The warning impacts an estimated 24,000 Pacifica plug-in hybrid minivans from the 2017 through 2021 model years.
1 dead, 1 injured after speeding driver runs red light in Dearborn
DEARBORN, MI – One person was killed after a speeding driver blew a stoplight at crashed into an F-150 in Dearborn. The Dearborn Police Department says the intersection of Michigan Avenue and Nowlin Street will be closed for some time after the crash occurred at 7:59 a.m. on Friday.
Former Cinema 10 theater in Flint Township to get demolished
FLINT TWP, MI - A former movie theater in Flint Township is getting demolished. Cinema 10, located on the southwest corner of Lennon and Dutcher roads behind Genesee Valley Center, will get demolished months after a devastating fire caused severe damage. If you purchase a product or register for an...
2 seriously injured, 1 arrested after hit-and-run crash in city of Clare
CLARE, MI -- Two people are in the hospital with serious injuries and one person is in jail after a crash that occurred in Clare. The crash involving a motorcycle and an SUV occurred at the intersection of 5th and McEwan streets at 11:23 p.m. on July 18, Clare Police Department said.
11 Michigan beaches closed, under advisories ahead of sunny, warm weekend
There are 11 Michigan beaches closed or under contamination advisories ahead of what’s expected to be a beautiful summer weekend. This weekend’s weather will include mild temperatures and mostly dry and sunny conditions. If your weekend plans include a beach trip, check this list of beaches closed or...
New commander appointed to MSP West Branch Post
WEST BRANCH, MI -- Michigan State Police announced a new post commander has been appointed to lead the West Branch Post. First Lt. Michael Brown was promoted the position in May, MSP announced on X, formerly known as Twitter, on Friday, July 19. Brown is a 20-year veteran and native...
Grand Rapids announces road closures, other details, ahead of Trump visit
GRAND RAPIDS, MI -- Grand Rapids city leaders have announced road closures and provided other details to help people navigate the city’s downtown during former President Donald Trump’s rally Saturday at Van Andel Arena. City officials said the following closures will be in effect:. • Fulton Street –...
See contested races in Genesee County communities on August primary ballot
GENESEE COUNTY, MI - Voters across Genesee County will head to the polls Tuesday, Aug. 6, to narrow the field of candidates in advance of November’s general election. The Michigan Department of State website provides sample ballots specific to voting districts. The website also helps residents find their polling location in those voting districts.
Genesee County closes offices, Flint flights delayed after global technology outage
GENESEE COUNTY, MI -- The county is shutting down all non-essential operations to the public because of a global technology outage that’s also causing flight delays at Bishop Airport. County Director of Communications Jared Field said in an email on Friday, July 19, that non-essential county offices won’t be...
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