EAST LAKE

Apr 30 2026ENVIRONMENT

Students Help Earth and Get a Prom Boost

Lake City High School students set up a week‑long Earth celebration in the school hallway. The event ran while exams and student government elections were happening, giving everyone a break from studying. A committee led by senior Asa Sutton ran the booths. She sold zinnia flowers in composta

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Apr 27 2026BUSINESS

Haslett Road construction kicks off again with detours and delays

East Lansing begins another phase of road repairs starting April 27, but drivers should brace for slowdowns through mid-May. The city plans single-lane closures along Haslett Road between Saginaw Highway and Hagadorn Road. A bigger headache comes May 4–8 when the intersection of Haslett and Hagadorn

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Apr 25 2026WEATHER

Storms Hit Eastern Michigan, Then a Dry Weekend and Mild Spring Ahead

Eastern Michigan faces a small chance of strong winds this afternoon. Forecasts say that areas east of I‑75, including Saginaw, the Thumb, Flint, Detroit and Ann Arbor, could see gusts up to 60 mph. The worst of the storms will arrive when temperatures are highest, between 3 p. m. and 8 p. m. In nor

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Apr 15 2026POLITICS

New York tries out city-run grocery stores to help with high food prices

East Harlem was picked as the first location for a new city-run grocery store. The mayor wants to open five of these stores across New York City, with each in a different borough. This move is part of a bigger plan to make life more affordable for residents. The city will pay $70 million to start th

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Apr 08 2026LIFESTYLE

Hidden treasures and must-do stops in Lake Placid

Lake Placid isn’t just a winter wonderland—it’s a four-season playground tucked in the Adirondacks. The village carries the pride of hosting two Winter Olympics, but its charm goes beyond frozen tracks and ski jumps. In warmer months, the area transforms into a scenic escape with lakes, trails, and

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Apr 06 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Stars Share Their Easter Fun in 2026

Easter isn't just for egg hunts anymore. In 2026, celebrities showed how they celebrate the holiday, from family photo shoots to playful fashion choices. Some stars went for cute bunny ears while others shared cozy moments with their kids. Social media became the stage for these holiday snapshots, g

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Apr 04 2026RELIGION

Easter’s Love Challenge: More Than Just A Holiday

Easter arrives every year with a bold claim: love wins, no matter what the world says. In 2026, that claim feels just as surprising—and just as needed—as ever. The holiday marks a moment when a small group of scared, heartbroken people became so convinced by what they saw that they couldn’t stay qui

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Apr 03 2026ENVIRONMENT

Tahoe’s Busy Summer: How Better Travel Plans Can Save the Lake

Lake Tahoe draws crowds every summer, but the surge in visitors is testing the lake’s delicate balance. More people than ever want to explore its trails, beaches, and clear waters, yet the way they get there is doing real damage. Packed roads and illegal parking spots are making it harder for wildli

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Mar 16 2026WEATHER

Snow and Wind Surprise the Smokies

East Tennessee woke up to a sunny March day, but now a sharp cold front is set to arrive. A big winter storm could bring up to five inches of snow on the highest peaks of the Great Smoky Mountains. The National Weather Service has issued a winter weather advisory that lasts from 1 p. m. today until

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Mar 12 2026EDUCATION

Pathways to Grad School for Lake Erie Exercise Science Students

Lake Erie College has teamed up with Bowling Green State University to give students a smoother route into advanced study. The new deal sets up clear steps for those studying Exercise Science to move on to graduate programs at BGSU. The partnership focuses on three main areas: a master’s degree i

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