Recently expired licenses, tabs OK in Michigan during pandemic   In case you missed it, we wanted to make sure you saw this info: For now, you don't have to worry about a recently expired drivers license or tabs on your license plate. Secretary of State offices are closed and Gov. Gretchen Whitmer said she wanted to give Michigan residents peace of mind during the closure, though residents are still urged to use online services. The grace period is for items that expire from March 1 through May 31. MORE ►Whitmer initiates liquor buyback program for Michigan bars impacted by coronavirus

  

Michigan dairy farms struggle as coronavirus hits milk prices   The dairy market has changed drastically in the last two months. It's hurting Michigan dairy farmers, who were just rebounding from a tough year when the coronavirus hit the industry hard. With schools closed and in-restaurant dining shut down, the demand for butter and cheese has taken a dive. In other states, dairy farmers have reported they have had to start dumping out milk. Michigan farmers say that might soon happen here. MORE ►Family dairy farm finds way to thrive while others struggle

Fsta Emoni Bates named Gatorade National Boys Basketball Player of 2020 hat  Emoni Bates is an exceptional athlete. Like other student athletes across Michigan, his season was cut short, but that didn't stop everyone from noticing his abilities on the court. The Ypsilanti Lincoln star made history Tuesday as the first sophomore ever to receive this national basketball award. Since Gatorade started giving the award to the nation's best player in 1986, four Michigan athletes have taken it home. MORE ►Emoni Bates 'shocked' and 'humbled' by national honor ►Video: Emoni Bates 2020 season highlights

  

Ticks are back in the Michigan woods, here's how to be safe outdoors     If there are woods close to your home, you might be using the outdoor space as an escape these days. One thing you should take into consideration, though, is that wooded areas can be home to ticks. Those ticks can carry Lyme disease. So, you'll want to take proper precautions when outdoors. These tips will help you stay safe while getting in your outdoor recreation time. MORE ►When traveling to Michigan outdoor destinations, how far is too far?