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Democratic lawmakers say federal budget cuts will hurt Michigan efforts at road funding plan
Iosco County News-Herald - Michigan
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Road construction in Brighton, Michigan. | Jon King Democratic federal and state lawmakers are warning that Michigan is set to receive a dual financial hit from the recently enacted “big, beautiful” GOP tax and spending bill. U.S. Rep. Hillary...
Blues Traveler package leads a busy metro area music weekend
Daily Tribune - Michigan
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July 10, 2025
Editor’s note: The time and location of the Blues Traveler concert has changed. It’s been corrected below. Blues Traveler has been together since 1987, but this year marks 35 years since the release of the New Jersey-formed band’s self-titled...
I lost my home 2 years ago as a Detroit teen. I've had to be resilient since.
Battle Creek Enquirer - Michigan
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This story was originally published by Chalkbeat. Sign up for their newsletters at ckbe.at/newsletters The stage lights were warm on my skin, and the sound from the microphone clipped to my shirt reverberated around the theater. As I recited my...
Michigan Hotel Competing to Be Best Destination Resort in U.S.
WGRD 97.9 - Michigan
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July 9, 2025
One of Michigan’s most iconic hotels is getting national attention—and it needs your vote to take the crown! USA Today and 10Best are asking their readers "What's the Best Destination Hotel in the U.S."? These are the spots that offer "plush...
Michigan City's Woodland Avenue crossing to close for repairs
WSBT 22 - Indiana
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July 9, 2025
MICHIGAN CITY, Ind. (WSBT) — The CSX rail crossing in Michigan City at Woodland Avenue has been scheduled to be closed for repairs. Michigan City officials said the repairs are expected to begin on Monday, July 14 and be completed by Saturday July...
Michigan Football 2025 Opponent Preview: Week 3 vs Central Michigan
Maize n Brew - Michigan
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July 9, 2025
The Central Michigan Chippewas have not had a winning football season since 2021. Nonetheless, there is newfound hope in Mount Pleasant, as former head coach Jim McElwain retired after six seasons. Coming into the fold is a completely new type of...
Mackinac Bridge contributes $193M annually to Michigan's economy, study shows
CBS 62 Detroit - Michigan
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By Brooklyn Lewis July 10, 2025 / 12:24 PM EDT / CBS Detroit CBS News Live CBS News Detroit Live A new economic impact study revealed that the Mackinac Bridge's operation, events and tourism contribute $193 million annually to Michigan's economy...
Windsor film fest to hold first-ever Detroit event at Campus Martius
Detroit Free Press - Michigan
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Canadian Film Night at Campus Martius Park will feature a documentary, "Any Other Way: The Jackie Shane Story," and a dark comedy, "Humanist Vampire Seeking Consenting Suicidal Person." "Any Other Way," the story of pioneering Black trans singer...
Watch: Flooding Hits Detroit After Heavy Rainfall
Cars 108 - Michigan
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July 10, 2025
A quick storm rolled through Metro Detroit on Wednesday, flooding a stretch of Schaefer near I-75, as seen in the video below. Rainfall amounts across Southeast Michigan varied widely. While the Flint area saw just over half an inch (0.61 inches,...
This Michigan Community Named Best Place To Retire In The Midwest
103.3 WKFR - Michigan
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July 10, 2025
Many Michigan residents look forward to leaving behind the daily grind of work life in their retirement years. And while many may consider a move to a place that offers a more tropical climate, one Michigan town has been named one of the best...
Inside the Big Ten's love of traveling rivalry trophies — Pigs, axes, buckets and beyond
The New York Times
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July 10, 2025
Editor’s note: All week, The Athletic is writing about college football rivalries at a moment of change in the sport. Read our ranking of the top 100 rivalries here and also vote for your favorites. On Halloween 1903, Michigan coach Fielding Yost...
Detroit, Royal Oak, Ann Arbor try new public restroom…
Detroit Free Press - Michigan
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The Downtown Detroit Partnership will trial-run two Throne full-service bathrooms in Cadillac Square starting Thursday, July 10. Ann Arbor was the first Michigan City to try Throne in June 2024. In June 2025, the city approved funding for eight...
Two popular paths grow: Red Arrow Trail by Lake Michigan and a Pumpkinvine spur
South Bend Tribune - Indiana
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A paved trail for Lake Michigan and beach lovers has just grown to at least eight miles. You can now bike, walk or roll the Red Arrow Trail from New Buffalo to Sawyer. Officials recently celebrated the completion of the trail work, which I’d...
Michigan city handing out $100 fines for driving golf carts on roads
MLive - Michigan
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July 9, 2025
LIVONIA, MI – A Detroit suburb is handing out $100 fines to those who illegally operate golf carts on public roads. The Livonia Police Department announced Monday that it’s increasing enforcement of a state law that prohibits the use of golf carts...
Major delays expected on I-696 this weekend in Southeast Michigan
MLive - Michigan
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July 10, 2025
Drivers on I-696 this weekend may be slower traffic and longer travel times than usual in Oakland County. Road work will require significant closures on the eastbound freeway between I-275 and Orchard Lake Road starting Saturday morning, July 12...
Michigan pet-friendly cabins: Take your dog camping at these state parks
FOX 2 Detroit - Michigan
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Sleepy Hollow State Park, Summer 2019. (Michigan DNR) (FOX 2) - Wanting to take your pup camping this summer? Michigan state parks have a number of cabins that are dog-friendly. According to the Michigan Department of Natural Resources, there is a...
Only 2 islands rank higher than Mackinac in Continental US, says Travel + Leisure
MLive - Michigan
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July 10, 2025
More national accolades are pouring in for one of Michigan’s gems. Mackinac Island has just been named the No. 3 Best Island in the Continental U.S. by Travel + Leisure. To help come up with its 2025 list, the national travel publication says its...
Tudor Dixon says will not run for Michigan governor, US Senate seat
Just the News
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July 10, 2025
Tudor Dixon, former GOP nominee for Michigan governor, says she will not run again for the seat next year nor compete for an open U.S. Senate seat in the state. The conservative commentator made the announcement Wednesday on X. "President Trump's...
On this day in Michigan history: The Grand Hotel opens
WILX - Michigan
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July 10, 2025
LANSING, Mich. (WILX) - News 10 is counting down to America’s 250th birthday! On this day in Michigan history, July 10, 1887, the Grand Hotel opened its doors on Mackinac Island. The hotel was built in just 93 days and quickly became a popular...
Things to do in Metro Detroit, July 11 and beyond
The Oakland Press - Michigan
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July 10, 2025
On sale now • MasterChef All-Stars Live: Oct. 10, Fox Theatre, Detroit, www.mastercheflivetour.com, ticket prices vary. • Motor City Comic Con: Nov. 14-16, Suburban Collection Showplace, Novi, www.MotorCityComicCon.com, ticket prices vary. •...