Great Lakes Water Level News – After 19 Months, Are We Back To Normal?
Great Lakes water level news has been the subject of many headlines this past month, with each narrative shedding a slightly different light on the …
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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.
Michigan Outdoor News – The Latest Scoop on Hunting and Fishing
In a state where the fish are practically jumping into nets, Michigan’s outdoor scene is buzzing. From a 65-minute sturgeon season to stocking 9 million fish, the Great Lake State is living up to its name. But beware, anglers: new rules are in play. Don’t miss this week’s top hunting and fishing stories.
Michigan’s Whirlwind Week – From Governance Gaffes to Sinister Stabbings
In a week where turmoil seemed to be Michigan’s middle name, Governor Whitmer threw verbal daggers at Michigan State University’s board, carving open a festering wound of disunity that had the campus buzzing. Over in Detroit, a sinister shadow loomed as the city mourned a synagogue president, her life snuffed out in a cold, brutal stabbing that left hearts bleeding and leaders scrambling for solace. Amid the gloom, a glint of hope as Ford and the United Auto Workers brokered a tentative truce, fueling dreams of revved-up assembly lines and paychecks in the offing. As if scripted for a courtroom drama, a bomb threat at the 36th District Court added a dash of adrenaline, painting a picture of a state where every day is a headline waiting to happen.
Lake Township’s Zoning Fiasco – Michigan’s Thumb Township Ban Short-Term Rentals By End of 2024
As Lake Township tightens the reins on Michigan zoning laws to ban short-term rentals, the community finds itself at a crossroads, balancing economic gains with …
Clear Your Cabinets – Huron County Prescription Drug Drop-Off Event
Got a medicine cabinet full of unused pills? The Huron County Sheriff’s Office is here to help. Drop by this Saturday and make your home—and community—a safer place.
Flamingos In Lake Michigan – A Historic Appearance in Wisconsin
Flamingos have been spotted in Wisconsin, specifically in the waters of Lake Michigan. This unprecedented event has not only delighted locals but also raised questions about the changing patterns of wildlife migration.
A Disturbing Day at Oak Beach: Elderly Man Charged with Indecent Exposure
A visit to Oak Beach County Park turns unsettling as an elderly man faces charges for indecent exposure. Learn how the community and authorities are responding.
He Inspired Cheeseburger in Caseville – Jimmy Buffett Dead at 76
He inspired the famous Cheeseburger in Caseville festival that has been an August tradition in the Upper Thumb for over 25 years. Jimmy Buffett Dead at 76
