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Cal Thomas: And now a word from the other side
by Cal ThomasCalThomas.com President Trump and Vice President Vance spent most of last week trying to convince Americans the “Memo of Understanding” (MOU) with Iran is a good deal for the United States and world peace. That’s not what Iran believes. Hassan Khomeini, the grandson of the founder of the Islamic Republic, Ayatollah Ruhollah […]
DNR moose survey results show population in western UP statistically unchanged since 2019
Some survey indicators mark dynamics to watch going forward In survey results reported to the Michigan Natural Resources Commission in Roscommon June 8, the moose population estimate for the western Upper Peninsula was not statistically different from the last moose survey conducted in 2019. The Michigan Department of Natural Resources has been surveying the western […]
Fish kills may be more common during summer heat
Bluegill and Black Crappie victims of summer heat With increasing temperatures across Michigan, anglers, boaters and lakefront property owners may discover dead fish or other aquatic animals. While such sights can be startling, the Michigan Department of Natural Resources reminds everyone that it is common. Summer heat conditions can cause fish and other creatures such […]
First mosquito-borne virus of 2023 detected in Michigan: residents urged to protect against mosquito bites
LANSING, Mich. – Michiganders are being urged to take precautions against mosquito bites as mosquitos recently collected in Saginaw County have tested positive for Jamestown Canyon virus (JCV) at the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services Bureau of Laboratories (MDHHS BOL). These are the first infected mosquitos detected for any virus for 2023. Residents […]
Nominations open for MSU’s 2024 Dairy Farm of the Year Award
The Michigan State University Department of Animal Science is seeking nominations for the 2024 Dairy Farm of the Year Award. The Dairy Farm of the Year Award is presented to a farmer, farm partners or family that has distinguished themselves through excellence in dairy farming and outstanding involvement in the industry or their community. The […]
MSU AgBioResearch, Extension to host research center field days
The public is invited to learn about research and programming that impact Michigan food and natural resources EAST LANSING, Mich. — This summer, Michigan State University Extension and MSU AgBioResearch will be hosting field days at research centers around the state and on the MSU campus. The events are open to the public and will […]
First Michigan Railroad Enhancement Program Grants Awarded
Grants totaling $19 million awarded to 12 freight rail projects across the state will leverageapproximately $48 million in other investment in the rail system LANSING, Mich. – Governor Gretchen Whitmer and the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) have announced the first round of recipients for the new 2023 Michigan Rail Enhancement Grant Program (M-REP) that […]
EarthTalk®
From the Editors of E – The Environmental Magazine Dear EarthTalk: Is global warming creating the increase in turbulence on airplane flights?–Ginny C., Prescott, AZ Air turbulence is defined as a sudden change in the speed, direction or air pressure in the atmosphere. Turbulence can cause abrupt changes in the motion of an airplane, ranging […]
Home Arts Club to Meet
The Home Arts Club will meet, Wednesday, June 21, 2023, at the Hemlock Lake Campground. The meeting will begin at 6:00. The club is holding the annual picnic. Meat will be provided. Members are asked to bring a dish to pass.
Layman’s Corner
Q: Kim writes: I have some friends who use the excuse that if they do not know, or do not have knowledge of what the Bible teaches on different matters, then they will not be held accountable and I am not sure how to get back to them? A: Thank you Kim for your question. […]
