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Gov. Whitmer shuts down 2024 presidential talk but doesn’t hide her ambitions in timely book launch
LANSING, Mich. (AP) — Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer is releasing a new memoir at a particularly fraught moment, both for herself and for the Democratic Party. Set to release Tuesday amid the frenzy over President Joe Biden’s recent debate performance, “True Gretch” won’t do much to dispel questions about her national ambitions. But in a pre-launch interview with The Associated Press, Whitmer did what she could to shut down such speculation, saying bluntly that she would not step into the election if Biden were to step down.
Forget Napa Valley! 52 Michigan restaurants named among ‘world’s best for wine’
There’s no shortage of restaurants in Michigan with top of the line wine selections, and chances are, you’re located very close to one of them. 52 restaurants from across the state have just been recognized as being among the world’s best restaurants for wine. The listing comes...
Grand Traverse Bay beach house with 235 feet of sugar sand frontage for sale
TRAVERSE CITY, MI - Nestled along the sugar sands on the East Arm of Grand Traverse Bay, a historic beach house has recently gone up for sale. The Cape Cod-style home was constructed in 1927 for members of the Hannah Lay and Co family. The .94-acre property on Traverse City’s...
Thousands turned out for Bay City’s fireworks finale, the show that ‘never disappoints’
Bay City, MI – Capping off the three-day Fourth of July celebration Bay City puts on was a grand finale of community fun, live music, food truck and vendor extravaganza, and of course, fireworks Saturday night, July 6. People packed the East and West sides of the Saginaw River...
This Michigan college will offer fast-track academic program for first responders
MIDLAND, MI — Northwood University will offer an accelerated program for public safety first responders seeking academic credentials, college officials said. “We worked with experts in law enforcement and public safety to create innovative degree completion pathways that maximize professional training and life experience so first responders will save time and money in their pursuit of education at (Northwood),” Matthew Bennett, vice president of strategic alliances and the Center for Automotive and Mobility Studies at Northwood University, said in a statement.
2 rescued, 1 dead, 1 missing after boat capsizes on Lake Erie
Crews have suspended the search for a boater who went missing after a 23-foot vessel capsized in Lake Erie. According to the Associated Press, the U.S. Coast Guard had previously rescued two people from the same boat, which was partially submerged near the Perry nuclear power plant around 2 p.m. on July 6.
2024 Bay City Fireworks Festival was very successful, organizers say
BAY CITY, MI – Only a few days have passed since the last fireworks exploded over the Saginaw River as part of the ever-popular Bay City Fireworks Festival, but already event organizers are saying the 2024 rendition of the festival was “very successful.”. Bay City Fireworks Festival President...
Dirndls and Lederhosen: Gaylord’s Alpenfest is a huge summer celebration
GAYLORD - What happens when you mix days of pure summer Americana fun with the charm of an Up North spot that for nearly a century has embraced an Alpine theme throughout its downtown? You’re gifted with Alpenfest. Gaylord’s big summer celebration begins on Tuesday, July 9 and stretches through Saturday, July 13.
Biden’s Michigan visit comes as top Democrats question reelection chances
DETROIT, MI — President Joe Biden this week will visit Detroit, with his reelection campaign in a much different state than the last time he rallied support there. Biden campaign officials said the president plans to campaign in Detroit Friday, July 12. Details about his stop in the Motor City were not provided.
Crews searching for 2 men who went missing in Lake Michigan after jumping off boat
Authorities are looking for two men who went missing in Lake Michigan. Conservation officers with the Indiana Department of Natural Resources are leading the search for the men who went missing after jumping from their boat near Hammond at 2:40 p.m. on July 6. A third man was found and released after receiving medical treatment.
Grain elevator erupts in flames on Saginaw’s West Side
SAGINAW, MI — A derelict grain elevator on Saginaw’s West Side collapsed in flames early Sunday morning. At 3:12 a.m. on July 7, firefighters responded to the reported fire of the rusted, metal and wood structure at 305 Perry St. The edifice was fully involved when the first crew arrived, said Saginaw Fire Chief Brandon Hausbeck.
This summer’s Traverse City Cherry Whiskey Fest will offer exclusive sips
TRAVERSE CITY, MI - If you’re a whiskey fan who loves being the first to try new sips, then this year’s Cherry Whiskey Fest might have double the fun for you. Traverse City Whiskey Co. is hosting its fifth-annual Cherry Whiskey Fest on Saturday, July 13. The festival will begin at noon at The Stillhouse, 201 E. 14th St. Tickets are $35 at the door, or you can find them at a lower price on the website here.
Today’s rain, thunderstorm timeline across Michigan
A rainy Monday is in store for much of Michigan today as scattered showers and embedded thunderstorms continue throughout the evening. Severe weather is not expected. The active weather pattern that we’ve been experiencing seems to continue for the foreseeable future as multiple upper-level disturbances move through the area. Ongoing showers and thunderstorms in Lower Michigan will continue to track northeast this morning, with a potential break in activity during the late morning/early afternoon hours.
Suspect pleads to stabbing teens inside Bridgeport High School
SAGINAW, MI — Nearly two years after two teens were slashed and stabbed in the halls of Bridgeport High School, a peer has pleaded guilty-as-charged to being their knife-wielding assailant. However, he may avoid having a criminal record if he stays on the straight and narrow. Louie J. Miller...
Top recruits: ‘Multi-dimensional’ Davison RB has sights set on 2,000 yards rushing
MLive is spending the summer checking in on the top football recruits in Michigan for the class of 2025. Today, we take a look at Davison running back A.J. Hill. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site, we may receive compensation. By using this site, you consent to our User Agreement and agree that your clicks, interactions, and personal information may be collected, recorded, and/or stored by us and social media and other third-party partners in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
Could a power line connecting Michigan and Wisconsin below Lake Michigan be a clean energy solution?
The wind farms of the Upper Great Plains generate so much electricity that power providers don’t just charge cheap rates for it – sometimes they actually pay utilities and power cooperatives to take the electricity to avoid overloading and crashing their local grid. Officials at Wolverine Power Cooperative...
Construction project to add lanes near Sleeping Bear’s popular Dune Climb
GLEN HAVEN, MI - A road construction project designed to add turn lanes at M-109 at the popular Dune Climb at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore is slated to begin this week and stretch into fall. The Michigan Department of Transportation said the permit project by the National Park Service...
Santa planning summer vacation at Bronner’s Christmas Wonderland
FRANKENMUTH, MI — It’s Christmas in July, and Santa is planning a summer vacation at Bronner’s in Frankenmuth. Clad in a Hawaiian shirt, Santa will visit with guests at Bronner’s Christmas Wonderland, 25 Christmas Lane, from noon to 4 p.m. Friday, July 12, through Sunday, July 14, according to a Bronner’s news release. He’ll be in sections 3, 4 and 5 near Bronner’s south entrance.
Lunar event coming: You can see the moon pass in front of this bright star
July continues to be impressive in the astronomy realm as yet another must-see event will occur, this time around the middle of the month. According to NASA, a few hours after sunset on the evening of July 13, the moon will pass in front of Spica, a bright star that is white and blue in appearance. This event is called an occultation. For Michigan, the event will begin around 11 p.m., but the exact time will vary depending on your location. Check stargazing websites or apps to get location-specific information.
Doud’s Market on Mackinac Island celebrates 140 years as America’s oldest grocery store
MACKINAC ISLAND, MI - On a recent day inside Doud’s Market on Mackinac Island, the narrow aisles were bustling with the afternoon crowd. Island workers were making a late lunch run, picking up sandwiches and salads from the grab-and-go display. Summer cottage owners were surveying the big liquor selection behind the cash registers. And daytrippers were filling baskets with picnic items to take to the nearby park. In the back, grocery orders destined for the far-flung homes were being prepped for delivery.
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