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Duggan running for Mich. governor as independent

DETROIT (AP) — Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan spent his political career as a Democrat, leading Michigan's largest Democratic stronghold. But now, he's become a target of his former party, whose leaders are furious about his decision to run for Michigan governor next year as an independent. Detroit is a power base for Democrats in the battleground state, and some fear Duggan will draw support from their nominee and potentially help the Republican candidate. Democrats have launched attacks against Duggan, accusing him of being bankrolled by allies of President Donald Trump. But Duggan — ...

Monthly train group meeting set

GLADSTONE — The Gladstone Michigan Soo Line Steam Engine #730 Authority will hold its regular Monthly meeting on August 11 at 4:30 p.m.at 819 Delta Ave. Solid Rock Church. As we celebrate our Rich Soo Line Historical legacy and the Community that supports it. Reflection on our successful Golf Fundraiser held this past May and as we plan for the 2026 event scheduled for May 28th. Update will be given on the current status of work done at the locomotive sight. Ideas for long-term future objectives will be sought for the Historical Museum and Welcome center. Planning will be ...

How to deal with pests without using harmful chemicals

I've seen a rash of social media posts recommending the application of sticky-tape bands around tree trunks to prevent spotted lanternflies and other garden pests from accessing tree canopies and munching on foliage. But those bands also catch caterpillars, butterflies, bees and birds, which ...

Menominee County Police Log

Activities of the Menominee County Sheriff’s Department July 13 01:47 am a Deputy along with fire and rescue were dispatched to a one vehicle traffic crash on G-12 in the City of Stephenson. The driver had left the scene before Deputies arrived. Contact was made with the 22-year-old Menominee driver a few days later and he was arrested for failure to report an accident as well as no security on a motor vehicle. He was released and advised the court would notify. 5:04 am Deputies were dispatched to an address on US 41 in Stephenson Township for a domestic disturbance. An ...

Fillable power of attorney forms available on state website

LANSING – Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel announced today that free, fillable Power of Attorney forms are now available for download on the Elder Abuse Task Force’s webpage. These user-friendly forms were prepared by the Kimble Center for Legal Drafting at Cooley Law School. The forms make it easier for Michigan residents and their family members to appoint a trusted individual to make important financial and medical decisions on their behalf if they become unable to do so. “These forms will help people exercise their rights and protect themselves and their family members ...

Norway mural supports the Armed Services

NORWAY — A new mural in downtown Norway pays tribute to the men and women who served in the U.S. Armed Forces — past, present and future. The 119-square-foot artwork adorns the exterior wall of the American Legion building that faces the Veterans Square Pocket Park on Main ...