U.S. Shoots Down 3rd UFO Over Lake Huron
On Sunday, February 12th, the US Air Force and Air National Guard said they shot down a third “unidentified flying object” over Lake Huron. Michigan …
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News and events of Michigan’s Upper Thumb that are worth knowing in the region.
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Village of Sebewaing Awarded $1,000,000 Grant For New Playscape
The Village of Sebewaing applied for and succeeded in securing $1,000,000 in funding from the Michigan Sparks Grant to replace a decaying playscape.
Minimum Wage Increased in 23 States in 2022 – What Would You Make Today?
by 23 states hiked their minimum wage in 2022. If you are wondering what you would earn making minimum wage we have this calculator for you. The result shows what your gross earnings would be in any state.
U.S. Coast Guard Warns Public of Unsafe Ice Conditions
After two major rescues on the Great Lakes on February 6, 2023, the Coast Guard is warning people to be careful on the ice and telling them to take safety precautions.
14 Ice Fishermen Stranded On Saginaw Bay After Ice Turns Unsafe – Updated With Video
The Huron County Sheriff reported up to 30 ice fishermen stranded on Saginaw Bay last evening. The Huron and Tuscola County sheriffs and the Caseville Fire Department respond.
Port Austin Winter Carnival 2023
The winters of the early 1970s were long, cold, and snowy. At the annual Port Austin winter carnival, this was the spot to gather a …
Fishing / Environment News / Food / News
Study Finds High Levels of Forever Chemicals In Popular Great Lakes Sports Fish
Michigan – A shocking new study by the Environmental Working Group says that perfluorinated chemicals like PFAS and PFOS, (aka forever chemicals) are found in …
Michigan DNR Reveals New ‘free snowmobiling weekend’ In 2023
In a few days, the Michigan Department of Natural Resources will launch its free snowmobiling weekend, allowing users to use their vehicles for two days without registering or obtaining a trail permit.
