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Popular Michigan Metropark’s unofficial entry without tollbooth losing serious money
Detroit Free Press - Michigan
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There's a free, unofficial entrance leading into Kensington Metropark. One local resident who lives nearby says it's causing a safety problem. The park system says the road is public, so they can't set up a permanent tollbooth. But the county road...
Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Genesee County in week ending July 26?
Genesee News - Michigan
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July 30, 2025
Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Chairman Willie L. Phillips | www.ferc.govFederal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Chairman Willie L. Phillips | www.ferc.gov There was a single gas station in cities across Genesee County selling...
Museum of Illusions to bring interactive mind-bending exhibits to Downtown Sacramento
KXTV, ABC 10 - California
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Museum of Illusions plans to open its first Northern California location in Downtown Sacramento in spring 2026. SACRAMENTO, Calif. — A new interactive entertainment venue is coming to Downtown Sacramento. Museum of Illusions is opening its first...
Woman wins nearly $800K on lottery ticket she bought on camping trip
CBS 62 Detroit - Michigan
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CBS News Live CBS News Detroit Live An Oakland County woman turned a Fourth of July camping trip in northern Michigan into a massive payday when she won a nearly $800,000 Fantasy 5 jackpot from the Michigan Lottery. The 67-year-old woman, who...
Northern Michigan swim team announces schedule for upcoming season
North Michigan News
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July 17, 2025
The Northern Michigan University (NMU) swim and dive team has unveiled its schedule for the 2025-2026 season. The Wildcats will begin their campaign with the Green vs. Gold & Wildcat Alumni meet on September 19 and 20 at the PEIF Pool located on...
Douglas Short, 70, of Burlington – Obituary
Racine County Eye - Wisconsin
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July 30, 2025
BURLINGTON – Douglas Short, “Doug,” 70, passed away on July 22, 2025, following a brief battle with an aggressive cancer. He was surrounded by his family in his final moments. Born on February 7, 1955, in Gladwin, Michigan, Doug was the son of...
Daytona Beach native and NBA legend Vince Carter through the years
Daytona Beach News Journal - Florida
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ATLANTA, GA - DECEMBER 03: Vince Carter #15 of the Atlanta Hawks stands during player introductions prior to the game against the Golden State Warriors at State Farm Arena on December 3, 2018 in Atlanta, Georgia.Kevin C. Cox, Getty ImagesMainland...
Coast Guard rescues 5 people from sinking boat during Lake Michigan storm
Stars and Stripes - Washington D.C
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A Coast Guard Air Station Traverse City MH-60 helicopter practices formation flying over Grand Traverse Bay, June 28, 2024. (Christopher Yaw/U.S. Coast Guard) LAKE MICHIGAN (Tribune News Service) — The U.S. Coast Guard rescued five people...
Video: See Lake Michigan views from 112-foot lighthouse tower
MLive - Michigan
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July 17, 2025
HAMLIN TOWNSHIP, MI – This 112-foot Lake Michigan lighthouse is open for tower climbs, offering spectacular views. To see for yourself, you’ll have to climb the 130 steps to the balcony at the top of Big Sable Point Lighthouse in Ludington State...
Sally Barber: M-22 beyond tourism
Record Eagle - Michigan
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Summer beckons us to far away places in hopes of seizing adventure and inspiration. We travel to learn the secrets of heroes, trailblazers and extraordinary folks, to be exhilarated, connected to nature, to ourselves and each other. In our getaway...
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...
WXYZ Editorial: Prepare now for the important 2025 Michigan Primary Election
WXYZ - Michigan
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July 17, 2025
WXYZ DETROIT — The Michigan Primary Election is a little more than two weeks away. Mark your calendar for Tuesday, August 5th. The Primary is the first step in an important two-step voting process. Now is the time to have major input on which...
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...
Life-Threatening Conditions Prompt Beach Warnings In Chicago
Patch
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July 17, 2025
CHICAGO, IL — Forecasters are warning beach goers in Chicago headed to the water during hot weather not to get too close, as life-threatening swimming conditions and 7-foot-tall waves were expected Thursday. The National Weather Service issued a...
Free Backpack, Bike Helmet Giveaways For Youth
The Ticker - Michigan
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July 18, 2025
By Beth Milligan | July 18, 2025 Two separate organizations are giving away free supplies to local youth this month. Norte Youth Cycling will give away 500 bike helmets in sizes ranging from toddlers to teens in partnership with Cherry Capital...
Dump truck strikes Northern Michigan foot bridge, sends debris into nearby car
MLive - Michigan
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July 17, 2025
EAST BAY TOWNSHIP, MI – A commercial dump truck pulling a trailer with an excavator collided with a pedestrian foot bridge over U.S. 31 by Traverse City State Park Beach early Thursday, sending a piece of debris into a nearby passenger car....
American White Pelicans Are Nesting in Michigan Now
The Game 730AM - Michigan
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July 17, 2025
I was driving past a private lake recently, and I suddenly felt like I'd wandered onto the set of Finding Nemo. Seeing a flock of giant white birds and hearing the echo of "Mine!" ringing in my ears, I realized I was looking at an American White...
Passengers removed from plane, arrested for alleged vodka-induced drunk and disruptive behavior
Fox News
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July 31, 2025
Two men have been banned from flying on a British airline after police removed them from a plane for allegedly behaving inappropriately while they were intoxicated. (Credit: SWNS) NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Two men have been...
Amtrak's "Northern Wind" Proposal Aims for Michigan's UP
98.7 The Grand - Michigan
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July 17, 2025
Imagine taking a passenger train into Michigan's Upper Peninsula for a vacation. Currently it's simply not possible. The nation's rail service, Amtrak, doesn't run anywhere near the UP. But an intriguing proposal would take it there. And there's...
State shuts down Marquette Co. daycare center after kids found 'travelling to Disney'
My UP Now - Michigan
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MARQUETTE, Mich. (WBUP/WJMN) — A Marquette resident has had her group child care home license suspected for failing to provide appropriate care and supervision of the children. The resident, Andrea Richard, runs a home-based child care business...