News & Fun in Michigan
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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.
EAST LANSING, Mich. — Michigan State University researchers report that solar panels on farmland are helping California’s Central Valley producers cut irrigation, stabilize revenue, and—when owners finance projects—sometimes out-earn traditional crops. The findings arrive as Michigan evaluates how to site utility-scale …
Huron Co BBQ in Pigeon, Michigan is marking its third month with sopapilla cheesecake and three specialty smashburgers, available starting August 8 at regular pricing.
A new Mackinac Center report says Michigan’s net-zero climate plan could raise electricity costs by $386 billion, hike bills by 146%, and increase blackout risks.
Michigan AG Dana Nessel’s robocall crackdown targets 37 telecom providers accused of enabling illegal calls, aiming to block them from reaching state residents.
Michigan air quality advisory drives urgent health warnings for sensitive groups amid worsening Canadian wildfire smoke across Michigan. Risks from wildfire smoke prompt statewide Michigan air quality advisory Michigan’s Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy issued a Michigan air quality …
Lexington RV resort fire triggers rapid multi-agency response; no injuries reported as investigation into the cause of the blaze continues. Rapid Multi-Agency Response Curbs Damage in Lexington RV Resort Fire At approximately 6:45 p.m. yesterday evening, the Lexington Fire Department responded …
Thumb Brewery gains national recognition by featuring on America’s Best Restaurants, offering gift card giveaways to celebrate with the local community.
Michigan issues statewide air quality alert, advising vulnerable residents to stay indoors as Canadian wildfire smoke creates hazardous breathing conditions for millions.
