Sault Ste. Marie, MI, October 11, 2024 — Chippewa Luce Mackinac Community Action Agency(CLMCAA) is excited to kick off Homelessness Awareness Month this November by inviting thecommunity to come together in support of those experiencing or facing homelessness. Thefocus of this year’s initiative is to increase awareness and engagement, with […]
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Get Ready for Autumn Charm at the St. Ignace Fall Festival & Great Pumpkin Roll!
St. Ignace, MI – September 28, 2024 – Immerse yourself in the spirit of the season at the St. Ignace Fall Festival & Great Pumpkin Roll! This community event will take place on Saturday, September 28th, from Noon to 3:30 PM at the Little Bear East Arena, located at 275 […]
The intriguing life of a “Pinecone”
When walking along a forest path, one might notice “pinecones” crunching underfoot orscattered along the ground. However, upon closer inspection, these cones reveal hidden worldswithin their spiraled scales. Cones play a crucial and fascinating role in nature and humanculture, serving specific functions in the plant world. Each cone is unique, […]
Soo Theatre & CCHS Joint Benefit – Finding the Wreck of The Russia
On September 20th at 7 PM, Great Lakes Historical Shipwreck Society Director Emeritus Tom Farnquist will present a talk about his quest to locate the final resting place of the package freighter “Russia,” which sank in northern Lake Huron during a violent storm in April, 1909. Many other shipwreck hunters […]
Upper Peninsula Arts and Culture Alliance Annual Conference: Advocating for Arts and Culture
Marquette, MI — The Upper Peninsula Arts and Culture Alliance is set to present its Second Annual Conference, taking place on September 28. This year’s event, themed “Advocating for Arts and Culture,” will spotlight innovative strategies and collaborative models that enhance arts and culture in the Upper Peninsula through effective […]
Stalwart Fair Kicks off Next Week!
Stalwart, MI – the annual Stalwart Agricultural Fair kicks off September 4th with a QueenPageant. This is the 119th year of “Michigan’s Biggest Little Fair.” Schedule of EventsWednesday, September 4NEW TIME & LOCATION6:00 PM Queen Pageant @ Stalwart Exhibit Hall Thursday, September 51-8 PM-Entry DayNEW Livestock Entry Information & TimesCheck-in/Inspection […]
Benefits of Planting Fall Plug Trees and Bulbs: A Boost for Spring in Yooper Country!
“Beleaf” it, or not, fall is only a month away! Warm temperatures we saw in July and Augustwill begin to drop and our comfortable, cool temperatures Yoopers love will arrive with what wehope to be a long fall. Fall also brings weather that is well suited for planting trees and […]
Learn about wild mushroom foraging with Outdoor Skills Academy classes
Mesmerized by Michigan’s mushrooms? Check out one of the Outdoor Skills Academy’s upcoming wild mushroom clinics, perfect for first-time foragers or anyone looking to learn more about mushroom hunting. Discover how to identify seasonal wild mushrooms, get some tips on where to start looking for them and learn about proper […]
Restoration of Beavertail Creek in Chippewa County scheduled to begin in August
Conservation nonprofit Huron Pines will replace undersized culverts at three road/stream crossings of Beavertail Creek beginning Aug. 1, restoring fish habitat and improving road safety while enhancing the water quality of Lake Huron. A temporary road closure will be in place during construction and access to the creek will be […]
Protect against mosquito, tick bites
This year’s warm, wet spring was prime time for some of Michigan’s nuisance insect species. The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services recently issued tips to avoid bites by ticks and mosquitoes. Bug bites can be more than just an annoyance – they can have future health implications, so it’s important to […]