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Video posted of trapped Grand Island bear being released in U.P.
MUNISING, MI – One of the black bears trapped on Grand Island was recently released on the mainland in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula – an event shown in a new video posted online by the Hiawatha National Forest. U.S. Forest Service officials continue to trap and relocate multiple...
Ready for a break in humidity? It’s coming in a big way, but for how long?
Michigan has been in sticky humid weather for several days now. There’s a big change coming over the next few days, and you’ll be able to enjoy it for several days. We are going to look at humidity by way of looking at the dew point temperature. Remember, lower dew point temperatures mean less moisture in the air and a much drier feel to the air. When Michigan is very muggy we typically have dew point temperatures above 70 degrees. Dew points between 65 degrees and 70 degrees also feel muggy to a Michigander. Once dew points drop into the 50s we generally feel like the humidity in the afternoon is very low. Dew points in the 50s in summer bring comfortable weather.
Up North river rental adds ‘TubeTracker’ inflatable kayaks
INDIAN RIVER, MI – TubeTracker: It’s a fun, new way to get out on the water. Specifically, the Sturgeon River where Big Bear Adventures has added these inflatable kayaks to their watercraft rental fleet. These kayak tubes have the comfort of a tube and control of a kayak...
Bay City OK’s parking ban on West Side road citing safety concerns
BAY CITY, MI – Parking is no longer allowed on John F Kennedy Drive between the Veterans Memorial Bridge and the north side of the boat ramp access road. The Bay City Commission on Monday, July 15, approved a traffic control order prohibiting parking in the designated area, citing safety concerns.
See a sky full of hot air balloons, a car show & food vendors at the 2024 Jackson Hot Air Jubilee
JACKSON, MI – People will soon point their eyes to the sky to catch a glimpse of colorful hot air balloons in Jackson. The 2024 Jackson Hot Air Jubilee is celebrating 41 years in Jackson on Friday, July 19, through Sunday, July 21, at Ella Sharp Park, 2800 Fourth St.
Warrant issued for Bay County bartender police say killed 2 men in drunken crash
BAY CITY, MI — Officials have issued a warrant for a Bay County woman accused of killing two men after leaving her bartending shift. Prosecutors allege she wasn’t just drunk when she drove the wrong-way down Interstate 75 and caused the fatal crash — she was “super drunk.”
Skip the entry line: This Lake Michigan state park has miles of beach spots
LUDINGTON, MI – One of the busiest state parks in Michigan has a special way to skip the entry line and enjoy the natural beauty of Lake Michigan and the dunes. Ludington State Park has three miles of roadside parking along M-116 south of its entry booth. Here, visitors...
Man who overdosed while driving on Bay City’s Vet’s Bridge faces federal charge
BAY CITY, MI — Driving over a drawbridge in Bay City, a police officer followed a truck as it coasted with smoke emanating from its rear tires. The officer stopped the truck, finding its driver was in the grips of an overdose. On being taken to a hospital, the...
Michigan teen loses control of motorcycle, falls from top of parking garage
BIRMINGHAM, MI – An 18-year-old man was severely injured after he lost control of a motorcycle and crashed off the top of a parking structure in Metro Detroit. According to the Birmingham Police Department, the incident occurred near a parking structure on Park Street at 6:19 p.m. on July 12.
Bay City residents shocked by news of fire station closing
BAY CITY, MI – Residents were concerned and surprised by the news that one of four city fire stations was closing Monday during a regularly scheduled city commission meeting. The Monday, July 15, closure of Fire Station 5, 1209 E. Smith St., leaves the city with two fire stations...
Why Michigan’s overnight storms packed lightning 10x more powerful than normal
Last night, thunderstorms raced across Southern Michigan, producing heavy rain and prolific lightning as they did so. One thing in particular that was unique about these storms was the lightning, specifically the kind of lightning that was observed. Did you know that there are different kinds of lightning? While all...
Decades-old Bay City restaurant closes its doors
BAY CITY, MI – A fixture of the Bay City restaurant scene has closed, with owners saying in a social media post the difficult decision was made “due to financial conditions.”. Nino’s Italiano, 1705 Columbus Ave., officials closed Sunday, July 14, its owners said on Facebook. The business...
These 2 hospitals tied for best in Michigan, U.S. News & World Report, ranking says
Two hospitals are tied for the best in Michigan, according to U.S. News and World Report’s “Best Hospitals” rankings for 2024-25. University of Michigan Health-Ann Arbor and Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital in Royal Oak both ranked No. 1 in the state. In addition, the Ann...
90 invasive African snails found in luggage at Detroit airport
DETROIT – Border agents found a slimy surprise inside some luggage at Detroit Metropolitan Airport. The U.S. Customs and Border Protection’s Office of Field Operations said it intercepted 90 Giant African Land Snails during a check on June 30. The cache of invasive, live snails was discovered in...
GOP candidates seek county commissioner seat representing Frankenmuth, Birch Run
FRANKENMUTH, MI — A familiar face will campaign to return to the Saginaw County Board of Commissioners, starting with the Tuesday, Tuesday Aug. 6, primary election. Carol Ewing will face fellow Republican John Kaczynski in the primary election for the board’s District 7 seat, which represents about 17,000 constituents in the city and township of Frankenmuth; the township and village of Birch Run; and Taymouth Township.
Perseid meteor shower viewing starts this week
The best meteor shower of the year is beginning to show up in our night skies!. The Perseid meteor shower officially began July 15. For those of us in the Northern Hemisphere, this is the best meteor shower of the year with up to 90 meteors per hour during peak nights, according to EarthSky.
Are Michigan’s mobile home parks up next for energy-efficiency protections?
LANSING, MI – Michigan’s trailer courts could become the next battleground for energy-efficiency protections. This comes after the state just enshrined energy-efficiency measures for homeowners who live under rules imposed by homeowners’ associations. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on...
Bay County native named commander of Michigan State Police Tri-City Post
WILLIAMS TWP, MI — The Michigan State Police Tri-City Post has a new commander, one with a familiar face in Bay County. 1st Lt. Dan Nease assumed the role on July 7 for the post located at 2402 Salzburg Road in Bay County’s Williams Township. Nease grew up in Bangor Township and graduated from John Glenn High School in 2006.
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