News History & Fun in Michigan
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News and events of Michigan’s Upper Thumb that are worth knowing in the region.
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Saginaw and nearby counties are under a Wind Advisory from 2 PM on Halloween to early Friday, with gusts up to 45 mph. Residents should secure outdoor items due to potential hazards and power outages. Though winds will weaken by Friday, colder air will bring temperatures into the 30s for a calm weekend.
Michigan’s universal free school meals program has dramatically increased student participation, with 240,000 more children consuming meals daily. Implemented to address food insecurity and educational challenges, the initiative saves families about $850 per child annually and supports local economies, linking nutrition to academic success across the state’s public schools.
As October ends, Great Lakes water levels are below long-term averages due to warm temperatures and persistent dry weather. Lakes Michigan-Huron, Superior, and Ontario are 4 to 8 inches below historical averages, while Erie and St. Clair are slightly above. Forecasts predict further declines into November, affecting navigation and regional ecosystems.
Donald Trump received significant endorsements from Muslim leaders in Michigan, including Mayor Bill Bazzi and Imam Bilal Alzuhiry, at a rally in Novi. They support Trump’s commitments to peace and his plans to end foreign conflicts, appealing to socially conservative Muslim voters in a crucial battleground state.
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October heatwave to bring record highs to Detroit and surrounding areas before a cool front sweeps in Thursday. Unseasonable Warm Spell Grips Southeast Michigan with Record-Breaking Potential DETROIT — Issued by the National Weather Service at 3:57 AM on October 28, …
Bad Axe RetroCade is inviting local artists to submit retro-themed artwork for the arcade’s walls, featuring inspirations from the 70s to early 2000s. Art can be for sale or donation, and must be family-friendly. The deadline for submissions is December 1, 2024, promoting community creativity within the arcade.
Driver hospitalized after attempting to avoid deer on rural road; alcohol and speed ruled out. Early Morning Rollover Sends Driver to Hospital FLYNN TOWNSHIP, Mich. – A 52-year-old Cheboygan man was transported to Marlette Regional Hospital early Wednesday morning, following a …
