President Trump Signs STORM Act To Aid Shoreline Communities
On January 1, the STORM Act was been signed into law. It provides support for communities facing rising water levels and erosion on the Great Lakes.
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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.
Harvest Wind Farm Suffers Second Wind Turbine Fire in Michigan’s Thumb
The Huron Daily Tribune reported that a wind turbine in Chandler Township caught fire Christmas morning, December 25th. No injuries or reports of damage were made; however, pictures of the turbine show scorched blades and generator housing. Local police cordoned off …
Results of Thumbwind’s Covid Impact Survey
We received responses from 209 subscribers. The survey revealed that the pandemic had affected the lives of a majority of the respondents. While the survey and the results are not scientific, they offer a glimpse of how folks have been affected by the worst pandemic in over 100 years.
Energy / News / Upper Thumb
Liberty Power Looks to Add 21 Wind Turbines in Thumb’s Huron Township
Wind project developer, Liberty Power, proposes a project to add more turbines to its portfolio in the Upper Thumb. The hearing will review the application and take comments from the public.
Michigan’s Upper Thumb Corona Virus Infection Update
Current status and stat updates from government agencies and local media on current status of the Corona Virus infection rate in Huron, Sanilac and Tuscola Counties in Michigan. #Michigan #Covid19
High Levels of Arsenic in Michigan Water Wells
Arsenic in Michigan well water is naturally occurring but can be carcinogenic if consumed
Lean Crowds At Slice of Cheeseburger in Caseville 2020
This weekend was typically the start of Cheeseburger in Caseville. An annual tribute to Jimmy Buffet’s Cheeseburger in Paradise tune. However, due to the 2020 Pandemic, the Caseville Chamber of Commerce canceled the event. In its place, local businesses formed a …
Caseville Chamber: Absolutely No Cheeseburger Festival This Year
Caseville Chamber of Commerce reminded fans that due to the COVID-19 pandemic that will be no Cheeseburger Festival of any size occurring this year.