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Winter is just around corner; try to make best of it

While fall weather seems to be hanging on this year, there is no denying that, to quote Game of Thrones, winter is coming. For many of us, that is unwelcome news but whether you like it or not, its coming. Take this as a reminder to give your snowblower a tune up and make sure its ready to go before you wake up with two feet of snow on your car. Head out to the garage, find your shovels, put your ice scraper in your car and make an offering to Heikki Lunta. It may be hard to believe but many of your neighbors are counting the days until the snow is falling and for those people, the ...

If election didn’t go your way, stop and take breath

The entire world changed on Tuesday after Donald Trump and the GOP secured a sweeping, decisive victory at the polls, taking the White House and the Senate. At the time of writing, the House of Representatives hangs in the balance but betting odds would suggest that the Republican party will control all three bodies of the United States government when all of the votes are counted. For many, this result is a dream come true. For others, it is a worst case scenario. For those who did not have the election go their way, there is considerable worry about the state of the country ...

Celebrate Michigan Craft Beverage Month

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer proclaimed November as Michigan Craft Beverage Month, encouraging Michiganders to support world-class, locally produced wine, beer, cider, and spirits throughout the holiday season. “Michigan’s multi-billion-dollar craft beverage industry supports thousands of good-paying jobs and strengthens local communities across the state,” said Governor Whitmer. “During Michigan Craft Beverage Month, I encourage Michiganders to join us in saying ‘Cheers’ to the excellent products we make right here at home. Let’s keep working together to support this iconic ...

It’s Winter Hazards Awareness Week

As temperatures drop and winter approaches, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has declared Nov. 3-9 as Winter Hazards Awareness Week. The Michigan State Police, Emergency Management and Homeland Security Division urges Michiganders to prioritize winter emergency preparedness to stay safe during the season. “It’s been a mild, warmer fall across the state this year, but we all know what is coming next,” said Capt. Kevin Sweeney, deputy state director of Emergency Management and Homeland Security and commander of the MSP/EMHSD. “We encourage everyone to take steps to ensure you and your ...

Election data available on Michigan Voting Dashboard

Are you curious about how many people have voted so far in Michigan and where? Daily election data is available through the Michigan Voting Dashboard. It’s an interactive tool that allows the public to access election data by county and jurisdiction with a focus on absentee and early voting. The dashboard is available online at Michigan.gov/VotingDashboard. Data is posted starting 45 days before each Election Day, reporting the number of absentee ballots requested by voters, the number of absentee ballots completed and returned to be tabulated, and the number of ballots cast at ...

Don’t let your voice go unheard

Voters here in Michigan have a significant decision to make today at the ballot box. Don’t let your voice go unheard as the state is a key battleground in the 2024 presidential election. Consider: Donald Trump finished his campaigning on Monday with a rally at Grand Rapids. His vice presidential candidate, JD Vance, was in Flint earlier Monday. And Kamala Harris’ running mate, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, closed his evening with supporters at Detroit. This much is clear: Michigan will be a difference-maker in this election. That means it’s imperative to vote. Don’t let your ...