News & Fun in Michigan
Site announcements of changes that affect the Thumbwind website are highlighted.
News and events of Michigan’s Upper Thumb that are worth knowing in the region.
Here are some of the top stories.
Electric scooter rentals in Bay City will end May 16 as Bird restructures operations nationwide, despite strong local ridership for Bay City scooters. Bird’s Exit From Bay City Marks Shift in Urban Transportation Options Bay City, Michigan — Bird, the electric …
The Michigan House urges Governor Pritzker to expedite the Brandon Road Project to prevent Asian carp from entering the Great Lakes, highlighting significant environmental and economic risks to Michigan’s $7 billion fishing and tourism industries.
Governor Whitmer announced $25 million in placemaking grants to revitalize 48 Michigan communities, enhancing public spaces and boosting local economies, with projects like Main Street Park in Chelsea and infrastructure improvements in Buchanan.
Bay City has secured a $500,000 grant from the MEDC to transform Carroll Park into an inclusive playground, enhancing accessibility and community engagement while supporting the city’s broader development initiatives.
Two men held after Sanilac meth arrests during a investigation in Elmer Township as Sanilac County Drug Task Force continues crackdown on local drug distribution. Methamphetamine Seizure in Sanilac County Sparks Ongoing Investigation The Sanilac County Drug Task Force announced the …
Proposed Medicaid cuts may cost Michigan $2 billion annually, threatening coverage for over 700,000 residents, job loss, rural hospital stability, and increased health disparities. Governor Whitmer warns these unprecedented cuts could severely impact vulnerable populations statewide.
Corey Rosser, a social studies teacher at Quest High School, has been named Michigan Teacher of the Year for 2025-26, highlighting the importance of alternative education and teacher advocacy in Michigan’s educational landscape.
Michigan Rep. Joseph Fox supports legislation banning sanctuary cities, linking state funding to compliance with federal immigration laws. He emphasizes legal immigration, particularly for agricultural workers, amidst national immigration policy debates.
