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Michigan is preparing for severe thunderstorms and an extreme heat wave starting Sunday, with temperatures exceeding 90°F and high heat index values. Rain and storms are expected through Friday before a prolonged period of heat.
The Sanilac Petroglyphs Historic State Park will host a free community event on June 20, 2025, featuring traditional Anishinaabe lodge dressing to honor ancestral teachings and promote cultural awareness in Michigan’s Thumb region.
At Home Group filed for Chapter 11, eliminating nearly $2 billion in debt while securing $600 million for operations. Restructuring will facilitate new ownership, with 26 stores closing but no impact on Michigan locations or payroll.
Michigan propane customers are urged to secure fixed-price contracts early to avoid higher winter heating costs. The Michigan Public Service Commission emphasizes the importance of locking in prices now to ensure supply and manage budgets effectively.
A Chilean national, Ignacio Ruiz-Saldias, received a 10-20 year sentence for orchestrating sophisticated home invasions in affluent Michigan neighborhoods, highlighting concerns over international crime rings targeting wealthy communities across the United States.
Port Sanilac, a historic village on Lake Huron, evolved from a lumber settlement to a vibrant harbor town. Modern attractions include a famous lighthouse, lively marina, and preserved architecture, making it a charming stop for visitors exploring Michigan’s shores.
House Republicans advance a historic $12,000 per student education budget in Michigan, eliminating categorical grants and setting up a major funding battle with Democrats.
Michigan awarded $3.67 million to six townships under EGLE’s Renewables Ready Communities Awards, funding solar power projects while boosting local public safety, parks, and roads.
The Michigan Senate considers sweeping pollution reforms, with emotional testimony from PFAS victims and growing bipartisan calls to make polluters pay cleanup costs.
At the northern edge of Little Bay de Noc stands Gladstone, Michigan. This small Upper Peninsula town played a much larger role in Michigan’s industrial rise than its size suggests. Known for shipping, railroads, sawmills, and precision manufacturing, Gladstone Michigan history …
