News & Fun in Michigan
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News and events of Michigan’s Upper Thumb that are worth knowing in the region.
Here are some of the top stories.
A federal judge blocked the Trump administration from cutting federal transportation funding to states, including Michigan, linking it to immigration enforcement, preserving over $2 billion for essential infrastructure. The ruling continues legal challenges to federal authority.
Recent Senate hearings in Michigan revealed that tariffs are significantly affecting local businesses and tourism, causing reduced consumer confidence, shorter tourist stays, and potential job losses across sectors, prompting lawmakers to seek further relief measures.
Thrifting isn’t just a trend—it’s a practical, sustainable, and community-driven way to shop. In Michigan’s Thumb region, a network of local thrift stores offers everything from affordable clothing to household goods, while also giving back through jobs, volunteer opportunities, and local …
Michigan Rep. Alicia St. Germaine’s House Bill 4664 seeks to criminalize traffic obstruction during protests of ten or more people, raising concerns about civil liberties and the potential suppression of free speech amidst public safety claims.
Michigan fishing and hunting rules gain renewed attention after DNR frees black bear from plastic lid entrapment. Black Bear Found With Lid Around Neck for Two Years Freed by DNR in Hillman HILLMAN, Mich. — Issued by the Michigan Department of …
Michigan Weekly Fishing Report highlights slow to fair catches statewide as water conditions shift during peak summer heat. Walleye Action Mixed in Saginaw Bay and River Despite Summer Winds BAY CITY — Issued by the Michigan Department of Natural Resources at …
Huron County Beach Testing confirms all public swimming areas passed E. coli limits in Week 3 of the 2025 season, ensuring safe conditions across the region. Huron County Beach Testing Confirms Clean Water at All Locations BAD AXE — Issued by …
Michigan is preparing for severe thunderstorms and an extreme heat wave starting Sunday, with temperatures exceeding 90°F and high heat index values. Rain and storms are expected through Friday before a prolonged period of heat.
