7/23/2024

WASHINGTON (AP) — Even before President Joe Biden’s withdrawal from the 2024 presidential race, allies of former President Donald Trump floated the possibility of suing to block Democrats from having anyone other than Biden on the ballot in November. But election administration experts say the timing of Biden’s exit makes it unlikely that any Republican ballot access challenges will succeed, with some calling the idea “ridiculous” and “frivolous.”

7/23/2024

UPPER MICHIGAN - Michigan’s nationally recognized student safety program, OK2SAY, is reporting an increase in the number of tips it responded to in 2023.  In its annual report, the program says it saw more than 9,600 tips last year. That’s a 31% increase from the year before.  The tips span 30 categories. The top five are bullying, suicide, drugs, sexual assault or misconduct, and threats.  OK2SAY is available 24-7 and tips can be submitted through call, text, email, online or using the mobile app.

7/23/2024

UPPER MICHIGAN - There's a lot on the line in the next few months…the title of the best snack in Michigan is at stake, and the competition could use competitors from the U.P.

The Michigan Snack Competition will see companies facing off in categories like crunchy cravings…and there’s about $30K in cash prizes on the line. The mission of the competition is to boost awareness of Michigan-based businesses. which could help someone move their “best snack” into the national eye. The Michigan Snack Competition takes place in Port Huron on September 14. Entries are due by August 12th. For more information go to bluewaterchamber.com.