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Governor Whitmer’s Statement on President Trump’s July 16 Speech
LANSING, Mich. — Governor Gretchen Whitmer released the following statement on President Trump’s speech of July 16, 2026: “Michigan elections are safe and secure – any suggestion otherwise is designed to undermine our voters’ basic rights. For decades, our voting systems have been rigorously tested, certified, and subject to strict standards before they are […]
Which Playoff Format Do You Prefer?
The MLB Postseason is underway and with that comes some discussion. Well let’s be honest, for every postseason in any of the four major sports there is always discussion around the playoff format that each league currently has. For the sake of argument, we will be looking at the MLB, NFL, NBA, and NHL. I […]
EarthTalk®
From the Editors of E – The Environmental Magazine Dear EarthTalk: What’s the connection, if any, between the onset of global warming and an increase in violent human behavior? — Robert C., Southampton, MA It’s not uncommon to hear talk about the dire consequences of […]
Jim Hightower: America’s #1 Populist
by Jim Hightowerjimhightower.com Let’s Send Hearing Aids to All Right-Wing Officials Here’s my suggestion for stopping the ultra-right-wing loopiness coming out of the mouths of Republican officials: Hearing aids. I’m convinced that the wacko blatherings of Matt Gaetz, the ravings of the Q-anon cult, Trump’s tantrums, and so many others are the result […]
Bits & Pieces: Swimming with the Animals
by Paula Johnson Getting up close and personal with wild animals has its draw for many people. For some reason all sense leaves when the adrenaline surges and people take no precautions or seem to forget that these are wild and not pets. That is how people get injured or killed trying take pictures. […]
The True Book of Mostly Unrelated Stories
Young Fellow at Rightby John Mooy Check out this photo. I have no idea who took it but I’m sure you may agree, it appears it was taken during an era other than today. The young fellow on the right, holding the ball was named Dave, but his mother referred to him as David […]
AG Nessel Warns Residents about USPS Scam
LANSING – Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel is warning residents about fraudulent smishing text messages with an alleged delivery notification and tracking link, purporting to be from the United States Postal Service (USPS). “It is critically important for people to recognize a scam like this and avoid giving out their personal information,” said Nessel. […]
Wakelee Bible Church Celebrates their “New Start”
On February 6, 1870, Rev. Whitney Hough organized a class known as Victory Class held at Star school house near Wakelee, Michigan. The Victory Class had 14 charter members from the McKee, Walker, Stevens, Rudd, Cox, and Manior families. Membership kept growing and in 1891 there were 72 members. They then moved their divine worship […]
Feeding America Truck in Marcellus
The Feeding America Food Truck is in MarcellusFriday, October 13, 2023, from 11:00 am – 12 Noon Distribution takes place at Marcellus VFW Post #4054 (53550 M-40) If you are picking up for another family, please have their complete address; household size; # of children (17 and under); Seniors (65 and over); and # of […]
Fishing Lake Superior this fall? DNR asks anglers to report marked splake
Many anglers say fall fishing for splake on Lake Superior is an experience unparalleled anywhere else in Michigan. When temperatures begin to drop and leaves start to turn, the splake bite picks up as the fish move nearshore. Splake – a hybrid cross between lake trout and brook trout – have been stocked in […]
