News & Fun in Michigan
On September 16, 2024, the Lake Township Board of Trustees, led by Vice-Chair Jim Deming due to Supervisor Valerie McCallum’s absence, postponed the second-quarter budget review. They appointed Terry Kelly as the new Building Inspector/Zoning Administrator, addressed community concerns regarding absentee ballots, and tabled several agenda items for future meetings.
The Lake Township Board of Trustees met to discuss the new township hall project, budget amendments, and ordinance updates. They approved a $6,000 topographical survey for the new hall, budget amendments for server upgrades, and millage rates for the township. Public concerns were raised about fund usage and financial oversight. Future meetings will address ordinance amendments.
Huron County, MI — History enthusiasts and families looking for an educational and engaging weekend outing are in for a treat as the Huron County Historical Society presents the annual Museum Weekend on September 28 and 29. The event, running from …
This picture of Charity Island Michigan Ruins was taken in 1993, about the time Standish real estate broker Robert Wiltse and a group of investors bought the island for development.
The Huron County Sheriff’s Office urges boaters to call 911 directly during water emergencies, following recent incidents with delayed communication. Prompt 911 calls can expedite rescue efforts and prevent unnecessary searches. Direct communication is emphasized after past incidents resulted in avoidable tragedies. The Sheriff’s Office urges the public and media to prioritize timely emergency calls.
With 150 miles of shoreline the contrast between the rocky, rugged Lake Huron side is toured to the sugar sand and calm waters of Saginaw Bay. The thumb region is a great area to explore.
The Bay Port Fish Sandwich Festival is the granddaddy of them all. Since 1978 folks come in and lined up for a fish sandwich that “takes two hands to hold one.
The Huron County Nature Center and Wilderness Arboretum are midway between Caseville and Port Austin. The interpretive center offers insights into the area’s wild features and typical plants and animals that make the Upper Thumb their home. The wilderness arboretum provides …
