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Energy Secretary Granholm says Michigan will see great job growth in green manufacturing fields
U.S. Secretary of Energy Jennifer Granholm addresses members of the United Association of Plumbers and Pipefitters at Washtenaw Community College. Speaking to union members on Wednesday, U.S. Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm says Michigan stands to greatly benefit from the expansion of manufacturing taking place in the green industry. Granholm spoke...
Amid ‘green burial’ dispute, judge rejects Michigan township’s cemetery ban
Officials in Brooks Township responded to a proposed ‘green burial’ cemetery by banning all cemeteries in the community. Peter and Annica Quakenbush responded with a lawsuit, and a judge sided with them Thursday. It’s the latest in a string of disputes over an increasingly popular end-of-life option.
Baby born at Michigan truck stop
A baby is doing just fine after it was born in the parking lot of a Michigan truck stop early on Thursday morning. The parents were reportedly on their way to Holland Hospital in Michigan after the mother went into labor, but quickly realized that there was not enough time to make it there. The […] The post Baby born at Michigan truck stop appeared first on CDLLife.
Trump narrowly leads Harris in Michigan: Poll
Former President Trump is narrowly leading Vice President Kamala Harris in the critical swing state of Michigan, according to an AARP survey released Thursday. Trump leads Harris with 45 percent support to her 43 percent among likely voters in the battleground state, while 8 percent said they would support a third-party candidate.
Michigan’s newest weapon in addiction fight runs on gas and four wheels
The state gave $2.7 million to addiction service providers for transportation. The money is part of $1.6 billion state and local governments are getting from national opioid settlements. Advocates cite transportation as a hurdle in fighting the opioid epidemic. ST. IGNACE — There’s a new Ford Edge SUV in the...
Biden awards $50 million to support EV manufacturing in 6 states
(CBS DETROIT) — The Biden administration announced that $50 million will be awarded to six states with significant automotive communities to help convert manufacturing facilities to support the electric vehicle supply chain. The funding is made possible through the administration's Investing in America plan. It builds on the $1.7 billion awarded to 11 "shuttered or at risk" facilities in several states to bolster electric vehicle production. Michigan is one of the recipients and will get $18,406,420.45. The other states that will receive funding include: Ohio: $9,373,236.32 Indiana: $8,770,249.81 Kentucky: $4,876,458.57 Tennessee: $4,513,688.68 Illinois: $4,059,946.17 The allocations were determined after an April request for information on how small- and medium-sized...
Michigan: NASCAR Weekend Schedule, Race Start Time, TV/Streaming Info
After all the controversy surrounding Richmond, NASCAR rolls into Michigan this weekend as the regular season gets closer to a finale. Austin Dillon’s win at Richmond will not count towards the playoffs and actually resulted in a 25 point penalty meaning the driver of the No. 3 will still need a win to make the playoffs, barring an overturn following Richard Childress Racing’s appeal.
Dedication ceremony held in South Range for official Private Wesley Vietti Karna Memorial Highway
SOUTH RANGE, Mich. (WLUC) - “There has been a lot of road naming throughout the state and every case has a very, very unique story. But I think this is number one.”. That was what 110th State House District Rep. Greg Markkanen had to say about a section of M-26 between South Range and Painesdale that is now officially the ‘Private Wesley Vietti Karna Memorial Highway’.
Westwood Patriots building trust ahead of 2024 season
MARQUETTE, Mich. (WLUC)—Westwood is set to open its 2024 season in less than two weeks, and things for the Patriots will be a little different this season as a new head coach takes over. Tyler Thomas, a 2014 graduate of Negaunee High School and St. Norbert Green Knight Alumni,...
Racers register for Marquette Trail 50 ultramarathon
MARQUETTE, Mich. (WLUC) - A soggy registration and kick-off to the Marquette Trail 50 didn’t dampen any racers’ spirits on Friday night. Racers registered and picked up their packets before the big race on Saturday. Friday night included the Catch the Cat 5k and kid’s one-mile race. Saturday...
Mill Creek Senior Living to host block party
MARQUETTE, Mich. (WLUC) - A senior home invites the public to a special celebration on Sunday. Mill Creek Senior Living Community is hosting its first-ever summer block party from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. This $1 ticket event is also a fundraiser for the Alzheimer’s Association. Organizers say this...
Marquette city officials offer bike riding etiquette tips
MARQUETTE, Mich. (WLUC) - Marquette city officials hope for zero e-bike or biking crashes for the rest of 2024. The Marquette Police Department says a safe biking experience on a trail starts with riders following biking safety. Laura McDonald is the executive director of a biking group called Start the...
NMU Regional Police Academy graduates 28 new officers and deputies
MARQUETTE, Mich. (WLUC) - As police agencies nationwide struggle to recruit new officers, help is coming to some U.P. agencies. Northern Michigan University’s Regional Police Academy graduated its latest class of law enforcement officers on Friday. 28 new officers and deputies took the law enforcement oath of honor after...
Restaurant of the Week: Raven’s Nest
CRYSTAL FALLS, Mich. (WJMN) – The Raven’s Nest Bar and Grille has been a staple in the U.P. trail riding culture for years. But 7 years ago the business changed hands and developed into a hometown, family destination. “It’s a local bar,” said an employee and daughter of the owner, Amyree Jeffers. “But we get […]
SWP to host community e-waste collections around UP
MARQUETTE, Mich. (WLUC) - The Superior Watershed Partnership (SWP) will host three community e-waste collection events around the U.P. The first is in Iron Mountain, the second is in Watersmeet and the third is in Marquette, but that will be in September. E-waste is electrical or electronic waste. It consists...
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