House Advances Bill to End Twice-Yearly Clock Changes
WASHINGTON (DC) — Americans may be one step closer to ending the twice-a-year clock change. The U.S. House voted 308-117 Tuesday, July 14, to approve the Sunshine Protection Act of 2025, which would make daylight saving time permanent across the country. The bill now goes to the Senate where the future of the bill is more uncertain. Supporters say the proposal would give people more daylight in the evening and end the inconvenience of changing clocks every spring and fall. Th
Michael Walker
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Michiganders Urged to Protect Their Health as Smoke-Filled Air Become Hazardous
Michiganders woke up to a statewide air quality alert that began the evening of July 15th, as smoke continues to move in from Canadian wildfires. Officials say elevated levels of fine particle pollution, known as PM2.5, may make conditions unhealthy for many residents over the next several days. Wildfire smoke contains extremely small particles, including PM2.5, which are roughly 30 times thinner than a human hair. Because these particles are so tiny, they can be inhaled deep
Michael Walker
2 hours ago2 min read
What the Heck IS That Thing?!
CEDAR SPRINGS — If you’ve driven past the open lawn near the City Hall recently and found yourself doing a double take, you’re not alone. Perhaps you noticed it while riding down the White Pine Trail. Or maybe you saw it on the way to a recent city council or planning commission meeting. There’s no doubt that by now, nearly everybody has seen the wooden structure, a cluster of elevated beams balanced atop angled supports, that has sparked curiosity and conversation throughout
Jake Watson
4 hours ago2 min read
Truck Route Proposal Aims to Protect City Streets
CEDAR SPRINGS — City officials are taking steps toward regulating truck traffic within city limits, citing concerns over street integrity and safety.
Jake Watson
1 day ago1 min read
