Governor Whitmer has declared a statewide energy emergency, temporarily allowing vehicles with farm or wood harvester plates to use dyed diesel on Michigan roads without state penalties. The fuel is normally reserved for off-road use and sold without highway fuel taxes. Whitmer cites soaring diesel prices tied to […]
Beaver Island’s fourth annual Harvest on the Harbor festival drew what may have been its largest crowd yet this weekend. Organizers report strong mainland attendance, with about 120 ferry passengers and another 100 arriving by air—many of them visiting the Island for the first time. Saturday’s sunshine brought […]
Michigan’s U-S Senate candidates clashed over health care, immigration and President Trump’s policies last night in Grand Rapids, while finding some agreement on lowering fuel costs. Democrat Abdul El-Sayed backed Medicare for All. Republican Mike Rogers argued it would raise taxes and threaten private coverage. El-Sayed also reaffirmed […]
Democrat Jocelyn Benson and Republican John James clashed over affordability, tariffs and data centers in last night’s governor’s debate in Grand Rapids. Benson tied James to President Trump’s policies, while James blamed Democratic leadership for Michigan’s struggles. Bridge Michigan reports two shifts: Benson is now open to suspending […]
With the November election just weeks away, this week will see plenty of candidate debates. First, candidates for governor, Democrat Jocelyn Benson and Republican John James, will debate tonight at 7:00. Watch on Northern Michigan’s 9 and 10 News or stream at wood TV dot com. Thursday […]
Michigan’s dam safety overhaul is one vote from Governor Whitmer’s desk after Senate action last Thursday. The bills would strengthen flood standards, increase inspections and require owners to prove they can maintain their dams. The House must approve a final change by the Senate before the package goes to the Governor. The reforms follow years […]
Community Calendar Report for Friday, October 2nd, 2026. First some news… Protar Home interior photo by Greg Doig Cybersecurity Awareness Month 2026 began yesterday and it encourages everyone to “make life difficult for cybercriminals” by adopting four habits: […]
First, some news… Two weeks after an F-16 crashed near Traverse City, at least one resident remains displaced. Officials are testing soil and groundwater for contamination, removing remaining aircraft debris, and planning to excavate affected soil. Test results […]
First some news… Petoskey City Council rejected a proposed settlement that could have resulted in the public losing access to a popular lakeside trail that collapsed in 2020. -Nearby Cheboygan County: A missing man with dementia has been found, […]
Community Calendar Report for Tuesday, September 29th, 2026is is the W-V-B-I. First, some news… The Boyne Area Free Clinic and Good Neighbors Food Pantry are raising over $500,000 to renovate their shared Charlevoix County building. Improvements include a new […]