News & Fun in Michigan
Michigan has a total of 1,032 operational turbines producing 1,881 MW. Plans underway show 1,084 turbines with 2,161 MW operational in 2018. Michigan produced 4.6% of its electricity needs from industrial wind operations in 2016. Michigan’s Upper Thumb currently has 472 operating wind turbines in 2018. Huron county has the largest installed wind energy base in the Great Lakes region.
Snow showers, fog, and falling temperatures impact Michigan today. Stay updated with regional forecasts and prepare for changing conditions across the state. Snow Showers and Temperature Drops Across Michigan Michigan residents should prepare for snow showers and a drop in temperatures …
A 22-year-old Michigan man, Mack Davis, pleaded guilty to planning a mass killing driven by anti-LGBTQ+ hatred, facing life imprisonment. His scheme targeted a political party and a bar associated with the LGBTQ+ community, involving extensive preparation and a cache of weapons. Law enforcement intervened before the attack occurred.
Michigan Democrats are demanding that House Republicans repay salaries for their absence during critical legislative sessions. The walkout has stalled important decision-making and raised concerns among taxpayers. As the session deadline approaches, debates over accountability measures are underway, reflecting increasing partisan tensions within Michigan’s political landscape.
Mark Farner, frontman of Grand Funk Railroad, shared a profound near-death experience that transformed his outlook on life. He emphasizes the importance of overcoming “debt consciousness,” which burdens individuals with regrets and expectations. Farner advocates for self-love and forgiveness, guiding others toward liberation and meaningful living, reflected in his new album.
Whooping cough cases have surged in Michigan, particularly among children aged five to seventeen, exceeding 1,500 cases this year. The rise correlates with a three percent decline in vaccination rates since 2020. Health officials emphasize vaccination as vital for prevention, urging parental action to safeguard children and community health.
The Michigan Supreme Court’s recent decisions have raised alarms about judicial activism and expanded liability, resulting in Michigan being ranked eighth on the Judicial Hellholes® list. Critics argue these rulings create an uncertain legal environment, harming businesses and economic growth by favoring litigation, complicating liability standards, and opening new pathways for employment lawsuits.
Michigan has confirmed a case of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza in a commercial poultry facility in Ottawa County, marking the first detection since May 2024. Officials stress the importance of biosecurity measures to protect animal and public health, alongside efforts to prevent virus transmission among domestic birds.
