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Here’s how Bay City plans to address South End power outages
BAY CITY, MI — Five times this year, large-scale power outages have left about 2,300 South End residents without electricity. It’s something Bay City Electric Light & Power officials say they intend to address through a series of substation improvements. The company, which provides electricity to more than...
Michigan lawmakers pass $82.5 billion budget mostly along party lines
LANSING, MI – Michigan lawmakers passed an $82.5 billion state budget for 2025 during an overnight session. The spending plan received its final votes of approval just after 5 a.m. Thursday, June 27. It includes $59 billion for state agencies and departments and another $23.4 billion for education. If...
Sleeping Bear Surf to celebrate 20 years with weekend Up North shindig
EMPIRE, MI - When the Skrocki family opened the Sleeping Bear Surf shop in the tiny beach town of Empire in 2004, there were more than a few people who raised their eyebrows, wondering how a shop dedicated to Great Lakes surfing would fare in a community more known for boating, its sandy stretches and famous dunes just up the road.
Record traffic projected for Michigan roads, airports this 4th of July
Record-setting travel is projected for the upcoming holiday in Michigan. More than 2.6 million residents are expected to travel 50 miles or more from home during the week of Independence Day, according to AAA. That would surpass the 2.4 million travelers from 2023. This year, the Fourth of July falls...
A serial killer took her life 10 years ago, but Rebekah Bletsch made ‘a difference in this world’
MUSKEGON, MI – For the last decade, Debra Reamer has faithfully worn a button pinned close to her heart. The small trinket displays a photo of her daughter, Rebekah Bletsch, smiling on her wedding day. It symbolizes happier times. If you purchase a product or register for an account...
Letter from the Editor: Flint is burning, and political dysfunction is gas on the fire
I have a soft spot for Flint. I love the energy of the people, the resilient sense of hometown pride, the entrepreneurial spirit. For examples, check out the ongoing series The Flint Journal calls “We Are Flint.”. So a reporting project running this week on MLive feels like a...
Lovable Michigan Travel Deals: Cherry slush, island breezes, Grand Hotel savings
With the Solstice behind us, we’re hurtling head-long into summer. More heat waves are on tap, so right now we’re looking to share some vacation deals that will keep you cool and help you save a few bucks at the same time. Luckily, we’ve found some that come with island breezes and delectable sips of cherry wine, cider and even cherry slush.
Climb 94 steps to the top of Michigan’s oldest lighthouse for a stunning view
PORT HURON, MI - Ninety-four steps. Eighty-six feet off the ground. Nearly 200 years of history. Welcome to the Fort Gratiot Light Station, Michigan’s oldest lighthouse located in the heart of Port Huron. In a state featuring the most lighthouses out of any other in the U.S., Fort Gratiot...
Bob’s Bites: It was the ‘sizzle for shizzle’ at Taste of Punjab Indian Cuisine
When I walk into an establishment searching for a column feature, I’m never sure of what I want until after I’ve studied the menu. But sometimes I see something someone else ordered that looks so intriguing, I have to try it. This happened at Taste of Punjab Indian...
Meet the 2024 MLive Saginaw News Baseball Dream Team, Player of Year
Aaron Smith wanted to make his final season of baseball memorable. He certainly did that with some great and less-than-great memories for the Swan Valley Vikings. 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.
Oil spills into river from Northville Downs racetrack demolition
NORTHVILLE, MI — Authorities have spent several days responding to an oil spill in the River Rouge caused by a demolition project in metro Detroit. Demolition work at the former Northville Downs racetrack restaurant pierced drums and storage containers containing motor oil and kerosene on Friday, June 21. If...
‘Wake low’ winds to blame for after-storm damage across Northern Michigan
After a line of powerful storms passed through Michigan on Tuesday, many areas still experienced gusty winds for hours afterward. In some places, winds were strong enough to topple trees over roads, onto houses and vehicles and knock out power. This after-storm damage can be attributed to a something called a “wake low.”
Midwesterners rejoice! Cheez-It releasing ranch-flavored crackers
Cheez-It has created the perfect snack for Midwesterners. Kellanova, the company behind the cheesy cracker, announced this week that it is partnering with Hidden Valley to create a ranch-flavored cracker that some superfans have apparently been clamoring for. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a...
Lightning strikes were unbelievable in yesterday’s severe weather; We counted all of them
We had a widespread round of severe thunderstorms yesterday. A network of instruments was actually able to count all of the lightning strikes over Michigan. Fortunately we all didn’t get into the severe wind gusts, but many of you have mentioned to me the amount of lightning. It was a very electric thunderstorm situation.
Mackinac Island has stone-skipping contest, 2 fireworks displays to celebrate July 4
MACKINAC ISLAND, MI - Mackinac is one spot that knows how to throw a summer party, and this Fourth of July has all the ingredients of a big celebration. The exclamation point? A double fireworks show, set to hit the skies simultaneously, and that can be viewed from. across the...
Saginaw residents could have a say in city’s zoning code re-write
SAGINAW, MI — Saginaw City Hall officials will host the second of three planned public workshops designed to engage residents in revising the community’s zoning ordinance. The session is scheduled from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday, July 2, at Saginaw City Hall, 1315 S. Washington in Saginaw.
Michigan man, 53, drowns while fishing near dam in Manistee River
MANISTEE COUNTY, MI – A Michigan man drowned while fishing in the Manistee River on Tuesday. The Manistee County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the incident, which occurred downstream from the Hodenpyl Dam at 5:50 p.m. Deputies say 53-year-old Todd Marshall of Interlochen was fishing when he fell in the water and began to struggle before submerging.
Want to track Saginaw bus routes? There’s an app for that.
SAGINAW, MI — Saginaw Transit Authority Regional Services (STARS) officials hope adding some Silicon Valley-provided functionality to its operation will make planning trips easier for passengers. Transit leaders said riders now can access STARS bus routes and times on Google Maps, an Internet-based application that provides geo-location services to...
Youngstown found a way to douse arsons by revitalizing neighborhoods. Could Flint?
YOUNGSTOWN, OHIO -- From the passenger seat of a moving car, Ian Beniston was pointing out the small victories in his war on blight. “That’s a duplex we own. We renovated and sold that brick house. That’s a triplex we own. That’s a house we got for free from a guy in California,” said Beniston, the executive director of the Youngstown Community Development Corporation. “This is the last bad vacant one on the street. It was built in the 1890s. I think we’re close to finally getting it through tax foreclosure, though.”
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