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.
Hunters in Michigan are locked and loaded, but the deer? They’re dodging bullets like pros. Meanwhile, the fishing lines are tight, the steelhead are biting, and the DNR’s trout release is making waves. It’s a wild world out there in Michigan’s great outdoors!
Huron County’s latest skirmish in the war against drugs. A routine traffic stop in Sebewaing turns the tide, leading to a significant meth bust. Discover the intricate dance of local law enforcement in keeping our streets safe.
In the wilds of Michigan, bear hunters growl over wolf threats, Lansing legislators lay down the law for outdoor guides, and the MDNR decrees new deer-hunting dogmas. It’s a week where nature’s teeth meet the pen’s might, and the pursuit of game gets a rulebook rewrite.
Great Lakes water level news has been the subject of many headlines this past month, with each narrative shedding a slightly different light on the situation. The fluctuations, the forecasts, and the future scenarios have all made waves in the news. …
In a state where the fish are practically jumping into nets, Michigan’s outdoor scene is buzzing. From a 65-minute sturgeon season to stocking 9 million fish, the Great Lake State is living up to its name. But beware, anglers: new rules are in play. Don’t miss this week’s top hunting and fishing stories.
In a week where turmoil seemed to be Michigan’s middle name, Governor Whitmer threw verbal daggers at Michigan State University’s board, carving open a festering wound of disunity that had the campus buzzing. Over in Detroit, a sinister shadow loomed as the city mourned a synagogue president, her life snuffed out in a cold, brutal stabbing that left hearts bleeding and leaders scrambling for solace. Amid the gloom, a glint of hope as Ford and the United Auto Workers brokered a tentative truce, fueling dreams of revved-up assembly lines and paychecks in the offing. As if scripted for a courtroom drama, a bomb threat at the 36th District Court added a dash of adrenaline, painting a picture of a state where every day is a headline waiting to happen.
As Lake Township tightens the reins on Michigan zoning laws to ban short-term rentals, the community finds itself at a crossroads, balancing economic gains with preserving its residential character. We make a cheeky analysis of the situation because, hey! It’s what …
Got a medicine cabinet full of unused pills? The Huron County Sheriff’s Office is here to help. Drop by this Saturday and make your home—and community—a safer place.
