Tariffs on School Supplies: Governor Whitmer Slams Price Surge Before School Starts
Governor Whitmer warns that new tariffs are hiking prices on school supplies in Michigan. Retailers and parents brace for a costly 2025 back-to-school season.
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EF1 Deckerville Tornado Damages Farms, Flips Camper in Rare July Twister – NWS Update
A July 26 EF-1 tornado near Deckerville, Michigan, caused extensive damage to farmland, vehicles, and outbuildings in a brief but powerful storm fueled by lake winds.
SNAP Data Privacy Fight – Nessel Joins 20 State Lawsuit Against Trump Administration For Federal Data Grab
Michigan and 19 states are suing the Trump administration over USDA demands for five years of SNAP data, citing threats to privacy and constitutional protections.
Lexington Car Crash Damages Home – Morning Collision Sends Two to Hospital
A morning crash in Lexington, Michigan sent two people to the hospital and damaged a home’s porch. Multiple agencies responded. Investigation is still ongoing.
Kirtland Warbler Decline in Population By 34% Sparks Urgent Michigan Conservation Overhaul
A steep population drop in Michigan’s rare Kirtland’s warbler has prompted state and federal agencies to launch an urgent 10-year plan to restore critical jack pine habitat.
AuSable River Queen saga deepens amid legal, safety turmoil – Paddleboat to be dismantled
Arguably, the most contentious chapter yet in the AuSable River Queen saga unfolds as legal defeat forces the dismantlement of the historic vessel. In Oscoda, Michigan, the fate of the AuSable River Queen is now uncertain after a recent court ruling …
Battle of the Bands Showdown Offers $750 Prize at Lake Street Local
Port Austin’s Lake Street Local launches weekly music showdown with crowd-picked winners in August and September. Local Music Competition Brings Live Energy to Huron County Lake Street Local, a Huron County venue known for supporting regional entertainment, is launching an August-September …
Michigan EV Travel – 5 Stunning Sightseeing Routes to Explore
With plug-in and electric vehicles becoming more available we take a look at five of Michigan’s most picturesque landscapes with our guide to Michigan Electric Car Travel. Discover hidden gems and eco-friendly routes that make your road trip both sustainable and unforgettable. Plug in, hit the road, and get ready for an adventure!