Plus, see what the weather will be like this weekend
In today's newsletter, 8 road closures that could affect weekend travel in Michigan, outspoken Michigan election official won’t run for swing congressional seat, and some Michigan’s Best Local Eats. |
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Consumers, DTE peak summer hours rate increases have started |
A reminder: Consumers is increasing its price per kWh during the peak hours of 2-7 p.m. on weekdays; the increase is 1.5 times the rate of non-peak hours. Customers can calculate the impact on their bill here. A first for the company: DTE is increasing its price per kWh from 16.75 cents (peak hours rate from October-May) to 20.98 cents during the peak hours of 3-7 p.m. on weekdays from June 1 to Sept. 30. The non-peak hours and weekend rate is 15.45 cents per kWh. Find more information on DTE’s rates here. Speaking of Consumers: Consumers Energy is now operating a natural gas power plant it recently purchased for $815 million, the company said. |
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What's the weather like this weekend? |
Find a way to chill: This weekend will definitely feel like summer across the state. Saturday afternoon we have an area right along the Lake Michigan shoreline targeted for an isolated thundershower. Mark says it won't be as hot as last weekend, but still summery. Boat and beach forecast: There won’t be any widespread precipitation. However, the wind will increase some out of the northeast, and that’s the big influence on our boating and beach time this weekend. Weekend travel: If you’re looking to hit the road, be sure to check out the state’s new and ongoing road construction projects. |
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Outspoken Michigan election official won’t run for swing congressional seat |
Sitting out: Barb Byrum, a former state representative and current head of elections in one of Michigan’s largest counties, says she will not run for the crucial local congressional seat that saw America’s most expensive race last year. Former congresswoman Liz Cheney, a prominent Republican critic of former President Donald Trump, was met with standing ovations on Mackinac Island Thursday where she spoke frankly about the future of her party and the country. Also in politics: Declawing a cat in Michigan would be illegal under legislation recently reintroduced in the Michigan House. |
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Complaints from Grand Rapids students, teachers about extreme heat triggered school closings |
As temperatures soared past 90 degrees this week, some classrooms in Grand Rapids Public Schools were in the mid-80s or higher, prompting complaints about the extreme heat from students and teachers, officials say. The district announced the decision late Wednesday, May 31, to close all GRPS school buildings for the remainder of the week because of the heat. Similar situation: Muskegon Public Schools will dismiss students early on Friday, June 2, due to high temperatures in the district’s buildings. More in education: Ypsilanti Community Schools is asking families to weigh in on two proposals the district hopes will improve transportation issues for the coming school year. |
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Michigan’s Best Local Eats: Presidential Brewing beers include ‘Dill Clinton,’ ‘Oatbama’ |
Fun for everyone: Presidential Brewing Company in Portage is known for its beers with president-themed puns. But it also serves food and offers experiences like mini golf, karaoke and yoga. Check this out: A closed equestrian club overlooking Petoskey's Little Traverse Bay turned out to be the perfect spot to bring a community and vacationers together with Gypsy Distillery. Number one : Ma Lou’s Fried Chicken in Ypsilanti has the best chicken sandwich in Michigan according to food ranking website Love Food. |
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