News & Fun in Michigan
On December 29, 2024, Dispatcher Cidnee Schramm of the Macomb County Sheriff’s Office effectively guided a father through his wife’s emergency childbirth over the phone, showcasing remarkable training and composure until paramedics arrived. Both mother and baby are reportedly healthy.
Veterans in Bay City are invited to a Town Hall and PACT Act Resource Fair on January 27, 2025, hosted by the Saginaw VA Healthcare System. The event will provide essential information on benefits, toxic exposure screenings, and community resources aimed at supporting veterans in their transition to civilian life.
The Grindstone General Store, a 140-year-old institution in Port Austin, Michigan, was destroyed by a fire on New Year’s Day, mourning the loss of a beloved community hub known for its handmade ice cream. Preliminary investigations suggest an electrical malfunction caused the blaze.
Lake Superior State University’s 2025 Banished Words List highlights overused terms like “cringe” and “game changer,” reflecting language evolution. This tradition sparks global interest, prompting discussions on communication’s impact and encouraging thoughtful language use while showcasing submissions from various countries, including Michigan.
The story of the luxurious Bay Port Hotel and the railway resort era in the late 1800s was short lived.
Was the untimely demise of one of its guests the cause if its downfall?
Michigan State Police investigate a grim discovery of human remains near Rothbury, Oceana County. Forensic experts are assisting in identifying the victim. Human Remains Found in Rothbury’s Wooded Area by MSP Michigan State Police (MSP) are investigating the discovery of human …
Grocery prices in Michigan are forecasted to rise significantly in 2025 due to proposed tariffs, supply chain disruptions, and environmental challenges. Key items affected include coffee, garlic, milk, and eggs. Consumers need to prepare for increased expenses amid ongoing agricultural and economic pressures.
Michigan’s Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed a law expanding unemployment benefits for the first time in over 20 years, increasing weekly payments and extending benefit duration. This move reverses previous cuts, addressing economic hardships and advocating for worker rights amid partisan tensions and rising living costs in the state.
