The Michigan Department of Natural Resources gets right to the point, when it comes to fire safety. It is everyone's responsibility. Nine out of ten wildfires in Michigan and across the nation are caused by humans, according to the agency. That's shocking. Here's a handful of common sense DNR ...
To the Journal editor: The U.S. Forest Service needs to keep its Roadless Rule, which protects millions of acres of wild public lands. In 2001, after hundreds of public hearings and input from more than a million stakeholders, the Forest Service established the Roadless Area Conservation Rule ...
What does it mean to be an American in 2026? Two distinctly and significantly different visions showed themselves in recent days. On the South Side of Chicago, there was the long-awaited opening of the Obama Presidential Center. In the presence of three past presidents and an assembly of ...
With the arrival Sunday of the summer solstice, the hottest temperatures of the year are likely ahead for the region. With that in mind, it’s worth keeping in mind AAA’s tips to help motorists keep their children, pets and vehicles safe during the warmer months. Excessive heat can pose ...
To the Journal editor: In (the) Upper Peninsula, we have a proud legacy of agriculture carried on by farmers across our region. Sadly, access to this fresh, nutritious Michigan-grown food remains out of reach for many of our own residents. The Chippewa-Luce-Mackinac Community Action Agency ...
History is filled with political movements born from noble promises. Few have been more appealing in theory than socialism. At its heart, socialism promises greater equality, economic fairness and protection for those who struggle in a competitive marketplace. It speaks to the desire for ...