FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 1, 2023 |
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In today's newsletter, Michigan's unemployment rates reach 23 year low, August rain totals across the state and the Mackinac Bridge will be closed to vehicles for annual Labor Day bridge walk. |
Staying safe this Labor Day weekend |
Travelers are hitting the roads this weekend as Labor Day marks the last summertime holiday. Before heading to your nearest trail or shore, here are a few safety tips. Before stepping into the water, be sure to observe the beach flag monitoring system and other safety measures. Here's a breakdown of what the flags mean and other tips to keep in mind while swimming in the Great Lakes. The Michigan Department of Natural Resources is reminding off-road vehicle operators to ride safely not just this holiday weekend but into the colder season, too. |
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Thousands participated in the 64th annual Mackinac Bridge Walk as walkers set foot in the Upper and Lower Peninsulas in Mackinaw City, Michigan and St. Ignace, Michigan on Monday, Sept. 5, 2022. (Photo provided by MDOT Media Services) |
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Where unemployment rates are lowest in Michigan as state hits 23-year low |
Hired: Michigan's unemployment rates reached 3.6% in July 2023, hitting a 23 year low. An increase of about 63,000 jobs from this time last year brought the latest jobs count to about 4.44 million, according to data from the governor’s office. Here's a map of Michigan’s unemployment rates by county. Feeling the strain: The forecast for Labor Day weekend looks red hot and small businesses are hoping their sales tabs will look the same. But employers are worried about staffing for the holiday weekend as young workers head back to college and high school. Pushing back: The UAW has filed unfair labor practices charges against General Motors and Stellantis for bad faith bargaining, president Shawn Fain told members on Thursday, Aug. 31. |
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Regulators ‘concerned’ after two Michigan doctors issue 23,000 medical marijuana cards |
Data says: Eighteen Michigan doctors were responsible for nearly 62% of 134,709 medical marijuana patient certifications cards issued in Michigan between April 1, 2021 and Sept. 29, 2022, according a performance review of Cannabis Regulatory Agency data. Based on advertised certification fees that start near $100, those two doctors likely generated more than $2 million over that timeframe. The disproportionately large number issued by a small number of doctors “concerned” CRA officials. More health news: Teens at Godwin Heights High School will soon be able to access a full range of medical care services just steps away from their classroom, thanks to a new school-based health center opening inside the school this fall. |
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August rain in Michigan ranged from droughty to a super-soaked 10 inches |
Rain totals: The southeast quarter of Lower Michigan received heavy thunderstorms and rain in August while other areas like far south-central and southwest Lower had somewhat less. Here are the exact rainfall totals for August and how they compare to historical long-term averages. Beach and boating report: The weather should be great for hitting all of Michigan’s beaches this holiday weekend. It should be fairly nice boating conditions, with just a brisk southwest wind to keep in mind. Up North: This weekend's weather in northern Michigan is expected to be sunny and warm. Remember the still-strong sunshine will make us feel hotter than the actual thermometer reads. |
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Michigan State releases full non-conference schedule featuring Duke, Arizona and more |
At Michigan State: The Spartans released their full non-conference schedule in full on Thursday, providing the beginning of the season roadmap for a team expected to be ranked in the top 10 in the country in the preseason. Getting ready: On Saturday, Sept. 2, the Wolverines kick off the 2023 season against the East Carolina Pirates in Michigan Stadium. This is your A to Z guide for the Michigan football home opener against ECU. Moving up: The Detroit Tigers will promote infielder Andre Lipcius and right-handed reliever Miguel Diaz from Triple-A Toledo on Friday. Lipcius will be making his Major League debut, while Diaz is a seasoned veteran. |
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Mackinac Bridge to be closed to vehicles for annual Labor Day bridge walk |
Annual tradition: If your holiday weekend travel plans include crossing the Mackinac Bridge, remember to plan around the bridge walk. The bridge will be closed to traffic from 6:30 a.m. to noon on Monday, Sept. 4. Other closures: Residents planning to travel around the state may be pleased to know the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) is suspending road work and lifting traffic restrictions for several projects. Here's where Michigan road closures will (and won’t) ease this Labor Day weekend. While you're outside: There’s a nonprofit nature center situated along the Pine and Chippewa rivers in Midland with 19 miles of trails, wildlife, a homestead farm, and a nature play area for children. |
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It's time for the weekend! |
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