News & Fun in Michigan
After a severe storm in Alpena, 86% of power has been restored, yet 2,400 customers remain without service. The aftermath raises concerns about property damage responsibilities and the fragility of Michigan’s rural energy grid.
Governor Whitmer declared a state of emergency for ten Northern Michigan counties due to a severe ice storm, prompting recovery efforts as over 100,000 residents experienced power outages. Local officials activated emergency plans amidst extensive infrastructure damage and hazardous conditions.
A tragic fire on February 21, 2025, in Moran Township, Michigan, resulted in the destruction of a home and the discovery of a deceased male homeowner. Authorities suspect the fire was intentionally set as part of a suspected suicide. Investigation ongoing.
Michigan State Police troopers from the Mt. Pleasant Post responded to a shots fired call in Coleman, resulting in an hours-long standoff. A 12-year-old girl was injured but is stable. The suspect was arrested, and authorities are investigating the incident.
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.
