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Lyme disease cases jump to 3, 379 in 2025 as ticks thrive in milder winters
1+ hour, 45+ min ago (429+ words) NORTHERN MICHIGAN. , (WPBN/WGTU) -- Spring is a time when an increase in ticks can start being seen. Experts say they've seen an increase in ticks in recent years. "I expect it to be extremely bad," said K. C. Van Fleet, owner of…...
FERC seeks full structural review of Cheboygan Dam hydro plant after April flooding
5+ hour, 50+ min ago (201+ words) CHEBOYGAN COUNTY, Mich. , (WPBN/WGTU) -- The Hydroelectric Power Plant at the Cheboygan Dam has been getting a lot of attention since the historic flooding that hit in April. Roy Davis, with the project development of Hydro Mine, said the hydroelectric…...
Bill 304 gives Mackinac Island authority to regulate Shepler's and Arnold ferry prices
6+ hour, 31+ min ago (122+ words) MACKINAC COUNTY, Mich. , (WPBN/WGTU) -- State Senate Bill 304 passed late Thursday night. It will have an impact on the regulation of ferry prices. This bill allows Mackinac Island to regulate ferry prices for Shepler's Mackinac Island Ferry and the Arnold…...
Nearly all Cadillac roads reopen after April flooding; a few trouble spots remain closed
5+ hour, 41+ min ago (114+ words) WPBN WEXFORD COUNTY, Mich. , (WPBN/WGTU) -- Nearly all roads in Cadillac have now reopened following historic flooding in April, but city officials said a few trouble spots still need more time to dry out. The city said streets still closed…...
Sheriff's office seeks help identifying two people in Grand Traverse County
7+ hour, 59+ min ago (64+ words) WPBN Sheriff's office seeks help identifying two people in Grand Traverse County GRAND TRAVERSE COUNTY, Mich. , (WPBN/WGTU) -- The Grand Traverse Sheriff's Office is asking for help in identifying two people. If you recognize them, contact the sheriff's office at…...
Michigan health officials urge residents to avoid contact with foam on surface waters
5+ hour, 58+ min ago (478+ words) NORTHERN MICHIGAN, (WPBN/WGTU) -- The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services released a warning to avoid the foam found in water on Friday. This comes as people start to get out on lakes, streams and rivers for the summer…...
Traverse City man arrested after U. S. 31 chase ends with crash into sheriff vehicle
7+ hour, 30+ min ago (237+ words) GRAND TRAVERSE COUNTY, Mich. , (WPBN/WGTU) -- A Traverse City man was arrested Friday, May 22, after a sheriff's office pursuit ended with the suspect running into a sheriff's office vehicle. The Grand Traverse Sheriff's Office said that at 10: 50 p. m. in East Bay…...
White House North Lawn evacuated after alleged gunshot sounds, Secret Service clears area
22+ hour, 13+ min ago (314+ words) The Secret Service is investigating shots fired near the White House. WASHINGTON (TNND) " Secret Service agents shot, and killed a gunman near the White House on Saturday, the agency said. Two people were shot, including a possible suspect, in an…...
Watch Live: Over 8, 000 race at Bayshore Marathon
2+ day, 8+ hour ago (96+ words) WPBN Watch Live: Over 8, 000 race at Bayshore Marathon The Bayshore Marathon is happening on May 23. The marathon, half-marathon and 10 K are all sold out. That's about 8, 000 runners competing between the three events. (WPBN) All profit the marathon makes is donated…...
Duncan Bay Preserve near Cheboygan up in flames
1+ day, 20+ hour ago (118+ words) Duncan Bay Nature Preserve near Cheboygan up in flames WPBN Duncan Bay Nature Preserve near Cheboygan up in flames A large fire broke out Friday evening at the Duncan Bay Nature Preserve just east of Cheboygan. Details are limited as…...