This holiday weekend, gas prices are down and a record number of 45.1 million travelers are expected nationwide by AAA.
Quality of Life
Michigan is a great place to live. Bridge will report that fact often — and on potential threats to the assets that make it so.
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As news deserts spread in Michigan, Lenawee County an unexpected oasis
The shrinkage of the newspaper industry has hit Michigan harder than most states, but a southern Michigan county is amid a resurgence of local news thanks to some surprising investments.
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Detroit population gain fueled Michigan growth. See Census numbers for your town
Many Michigan cities, townships and villages added population from 2023 to 2024, especially in Detroit and in suburban communities that are still adding housing. Economic uncertainty could slow the gains though.
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Power company: God caused ice storm; we shouldn’t have to compensate customers
Alpena Power Co. wants to avoid paying customers $40 a day, arguing that the massive ice storm was an act of God, not the fault of the utility. More than 16,000 of their customers could be in line for compensation.
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30,000 gallons of maple syrup likely lost in historic Michigan ice storm
The historic ice storm that clobbered northern Michigan in late March destroyed at least 150,000 maple trees, meaning a loss of some as much as a third of the state’s output of the sweet stuff.
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Days after storms, thousands still without power. That’s the norm in Michigan
Michigan has some of the longest power outages in the US, but state officials and utility leaders say recent rate hikes will lead to investments that should help.
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Lunar eclipse 2025 in Michigan: What to know
A must-see total lunar eclipse will take place in the wee hours Friday.
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Michigan fishing licenses 2025: How much they cost and how to apply
Michigan residents can purchase or renew their fishing licenses ahead of the season, which starts April 1. Licenses can be bought online or at authorized locations.
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What time is it in Michigan? Daylight saving time 2025 arrives this weekend
It’s that time of year again to spring ahead for daylight saving time. The practice, though, is criticized for disrupting sleep and health.
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Iron Mountain eyes novel plan to cut iconic deer park: castration
Iron Mountain may castrate bucks to spur closure of its historic deer park, which has lost its luster as herds now roam local yards.