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Governor Whitmer Announces Michigan Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) Initiative, Supports $4.1 Million to Advance Michigan’s Leadership in AAM Innovation
Voice of Alexandria - Minnesota
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LANSING, Mich.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jul 17, 2025-- Today, Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced a new executive order to establish the Michigan Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) Initiative, designed to scale Michigan’s AAM capabilities, ensure safe and...
French Tourist Flies in For Michigan’s Famous Sloppy Joe
The Game 730AM - Michigan
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July 17, 2025
Some say the Sloppy Joe began in Cuba in 1918, but for some reason, people are willing to travel across the world to Michigan for its version of the sandwich. The Michigan Sloppy Joe FrechTastic Exploratons YouTube Channel FrechTastic Explorations...
Coast Guard rescues 5 people after 55-foot boat founders during Lake Michigan storm
MLive - Michigan
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July 17, 2025
LAKE MICHIGAN - The U.S. Coast Guard rescued five people suffering from hypothermia and seasickness after a boat was reported to be taking on water in Lake Michigan Wednesday night. The rescue effort began about 9:30 p.m. when the Coast Guard...
Sleeping Bear historian explores the Indigenous history of Michigan’s islands
MLive - Michigan
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July 17, 2025
GLEN HAVEN, MI -- Many Michiganders are familiar with the Anishinaabe story of a mother bear who swam across Lake Michigan with her two cubs. But not as many are familiar with the daily lives of the Indigenous people of the Great Lakes and the...
I've traveled solo to every US national park. These 7 are my favorite hidden gems.
AOL
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In my opinion, New River Gorge is one of the best lesser-known US national parks.Emily Hart When hearing the term national park, many think of places like Yosemite, Great Smoky Mountains, Acadia, and the Grand Canyon. They're iconic for a reason,...
Prominent Detroit pastor sentenced for sex assault of teen
The Detroit News - Michigan
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A prominent Detroit pastor was sentenced Thursday to four to 15 years in prison for sexually assaulting a teen in 2023. The Rev. Kenneth Flowers, pastor of Detroit’s Greater New Mount Moriah Missionary Baptist Church, was taken into custody at the...
How to Plan a Day Trip to a Nearby Beach or Lake
EdGlenToday - Illinois
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July 17, 2025
Did you know that spending just two hours in natural settings like beaches or lakes can significantly reduce stress and improve mental clarity? Yet, many overlook the simplicity and benefits of a spontaneous day trip to these serene environments....
Cinema Chat: The Michigan Theater celebrates the Ann Arbor Art Fair, plus 'Eddington' and 'Don't Let's Go to the Dogs Tonight' open downtown
WEMU - Michigan
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ANN ARBOR ART FAIR BEGINS As the Art Fair takes over downtown Ann Arbor, the Michigan Theater will be open to those that wish to cool off and experience entertainment that built the reputation of the theater. Tonight, Friday and Saturday, the...
Northern Michigan health agencies axe programs amid federal cuts
Up North Voice - Michigan
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July 17, 2025
Primary writer for this story is Ricardo Martin of the Cadillac Evening News. Contributing were Mark Constance of UpNorthVoice.com; Michael Livingston of Interlochen Public Radio, and Rick Brewer of WCMU. ### NORTHERN MICHIGAN – A cloud of...
How much did Diego Morales spend on travel? A new report has details
Indianapolis Star - Indiana
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Indiana Secretary of State Diego Morales often catches flak for his jet-setting. His latest campaign finance report provides some insight into how much of that he considers for campaign purposes ― and how much it costs. The largest of his...
What To Do If You Spot a Bear in Michigan
103.3 WKFR - Michigan
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July 17, 2025
Bears are making their way south, and it’s not just a story from the woods. This year has seen a surprising spike in encounters. With over 13,000 Black Bears in Michigan and over 100 bear sightings in the state according to the DNR so far this...
Things to do in Metro Detroit, July 18 and beyond
Daily Tribune - Michigan
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July 17, 2025
On sale now • John Mulaney: Added 3rd Detroit show, Oct. 18, (in addition to Oct. 16 and Oct. 17), The Fillmore, Detroit, ticket prices vary. • MasterChef All-Stars Live: Oct. 10, Fox Theatre, Detroit, www.mastercheflivetour.com, ticket prices...
7 Morning Digest: Teens learn to sail, flash flooding hits metro Detroit & more
WXYZ - Michigan
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July 17, 2025
(WXYZ) — Here at 7 News Detroit, we want to make sure you start your day off on the right foot, informed about weather, traffic, the latest news and more. That's why we have the 7 Morning Digest, where we'll get you out the door informed and ready...
Beach closures, advisories across Michigan. How to check…
Ionia Sentinel Standard - Michigan
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Seven Michigan beaches are closed or under advisories due to high bacteria levels. Closures and advisories affect beaches in Oakland, Roscommon, Charlevoix, Allegan, Iosco, Macomb and Grand Traverse counties. E. coli counts exceeding 300 per 100...
Beach closures, advisories across Michigan. How to check if your beach is safe
Daily Telegram Lenconnect - Michigan
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Seven Michigan beaches are closed or under advisories due to high bacteria levels. Closures and advisories affect beaches in Oakland, Roscommon, Charlevoix, Allegan, Iosco, Macomb and Grand Traverse counties. E. coli counts exceeding 300 per 100...
Dangerous swimming, boating conditions at Lake Michigan beaches; 7-foot waves possible: NWS
NBC 5 Chicago - Illinois
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July 17, 2025
Dangerous swimming and boating conditions were expected Thursday and Friday at all Lake Michigan beaches across Illinois, Indiana and Michigan, with winds up to 20 miles-per-hour and waves as high as seven feet, the National Weather Service...
Cooler, drier weather brings relief to Michigan - but it’s temporary
MLive - Michigan
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July 17, 2025
Hear that silence? That’s air conditioners finally shutting off all across Michigan. This morning’s cold front is bringing relief from the sticky heat of the last few days. It comes after Wednesday’s lines of thunderstorms brought a sweeping rain...
Stellantis Sterling Stamping worker buried as questions remain over work-related death
World Socialist Web Site
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July 29, 2025
Thomas Eugene Cornman Jr. [Photo: Graemer Funeral Chapel]Thomas Eugene Cornman Jr., a 58-year old veteran autoworker at Stellantis Sterling Stamping in suburban Detroit, was laid to rest July 25 in Shelby Township. He passed away July 21 after...
Ohio Amtrak Expansion Plans Move Forward, But Travelers Aren't Holding Their Breath
The Travel
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July 15, 2025
Ohio legislators have been talking about bringing passenger rail back for over a decade. While Amtrak trains run through Ohio along the Cardinal and Lake Shore Limited routes, there are no active corridors connecting major cities within the state....
State Park camping and lodging fees to increase next month
WKZO - Michigan
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LANSING, MI (WKZO AM/FM) To keep up with long-term sustainability of park operations across the state, the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is increasing fees for overnight lodging at campsites. New nightly rates are set to take effect...