Finding Fun in Michigan's Thumb
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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.
Despite freezing temperatures throughout the state, Michigan Department of Natural Resources conservation officers urge ice-goers to use extreme caution when on or near the ice and know what to do if you or someone you’re with breaks through the ice. Conservation officers urge ice safety after several incidents statewide Sgt. Jason Becker, who patrols southeast … Read more
January 2021 was Thumbwind best ever in terms of total views and visitors. With over 10,000 readers we look forward to growth and expansion in to greater coverage of Michigan and the Thumb region.
The Port Austin Winter Carnival returns after a decade in hibernation. The weekend festivities at the tip of the Thumb begin Friday, February 5-7, 2021.
The Caseville Chamber of Commerce announced that the 2021 Caseville Shanty Days festival has been canceled. The event was to have occurred on February 12-13 in Caseville, Michigan.
In 2015 Congress considered adding a second underwater marine sanctuary in the Great Lakes.
There are renewed calls to confirm the new marine sanctuary in Wisconsin’s Lake Michigan waters.
Four Michigan State legislators demand the restoration of commercial fishing licenses for 13 fisher operations left in Michigan.