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AAA: Labor Day travelers face higher costs and heavier traffic

DEARBORN, Mich., (August 25, 2026) — Americans are closing out summer with Labor Day getaways despite higher travel costs and expected traffic delays. AAA booking data shows strong demand for destinations across the U.S., Canada, and Europe, with Seattle, Orlando, Rome, and London among the ...

Michigan Association of Retired School Personnel to meet

ALPENA — The Michigan Association of Retired School Personnel (MARSP) will hold its first meeting on Sept. 10 at the First United Methodist Church on Ripley Boulevard in Alpena at noon. A catered lunch, payable at the door, is available for $12.50 or you can bring your own lunch, if you wish. Lunch reservations need to be made no later than Sept. 7 to Ruth LeBarre by calling or texting 989-506-8876. The guest speakers will be Wynne Tezak, Cristi Johnson from Willow Tree Physical Therapy and they will speak on strength at any age/movement for seniors.

AG Nessel releases Flint water crisis report

LANSING – On Tuesday, Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel announced the release of a report detailing the Department of Attorney General’s yearslong criminal investigation into the Flint Water Crisis. The report offers an account of the decisions, evidence, and prosecutorial strategies ...