Ways to beat the heat when summer temps soar
The region could have a scorching start to next week as the National Weather Service predicts temperatures could climb into the mid-90s Monday and Tuesday. With that in mind, we’re repeating the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services guidelines to protect against risks related to hot weather. MDHHS routinely reviews emergency department data for heat-related illness. When daily temperatures rise above 80 degrees — which the region has seen in recent weeks — ED visits for heat-related illness increase because the body cannot cool itself enough, the MDHHS stated in a ...
State Adopt-A-Highway crews to do roadside cleanup this month
It’s again time for groups of volunteers to walk along Michigan’s highways, graciously picking up the trash and other discarded items thoughtlessly left behind by others. Beginning Saturday, motorists should be on the lookout for bright yellow-green vests as Adopt-A-Highway volunteers fan out across Michigan for the second of three scheduled collections in 2026. The statewide pickup will continue through Sunday, July 19. Adopt-A-Highway is a Michigan Department of Transportation program designed to help keep the state’s roadsides and ditches clean and attractive. Participants ...
