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
Forest Wagner and a companion pushed their bikes up a snowy slope onto Front Street after nine days of riding 265 miles across Alaska’s biggest frozen river. They finally left the icy water behind, feeling a mix of relief and affection for the long stretch they had conquered. The last day on the
Hillsdale College has added a brand‑new facility to its Halter Shooting Sports Center. The Nimrod Complex welcomes visitors during a two‑day open house on March 6 and 7. The event runs from 4 to 8 p. m. on Friday and 10 a. m. to 5 p. m. on Saturday at the center’s address on Bankers Road, just so
Eastern Ontario, including Kingston, is in for a rough ride this weekend. A harsh Arctic air mass is moving in, bringing heavy snow and bitter cold. The weather service is urging everyone to get ready. Snow bands will form around Lake Ontario, dumping a lot of snow, especially to the east and north
Forests are more than just trees. They are the backbone of many industries, especially agriculture. When forests disappear, so do the benefits they provide, like clean water and healthy soil. This is not just an environmental issue; it is a business problem. Take coffee, for example. In Brazil, cut
Forests in eastern North America are facing a silent crisis. Invasive plants, like the Amur honeysuckle, are taking over. They're pushing out native plants, changing the forest floor. This change might seem small, but it has big effects. It's not just about the plants. It's about the tiny creatures
Eastern Congo is in the midst of a serious crisis. Over 400 innocent people have lost their lives in recent clashes. The M23 group, backed by Rwanda, has intensified its attacks in South Kivu. This is happening despite a recent peace deal between Congo and Rwanda, which didn't include the M23 group.
Eastern Missouri is gearing up for its first snowfall of the season, with a weather alert in place for Friday night and Saturday. The region could see 2 to 4 inches of snow, with some areas potentially getting even more. But why is this happening? It all comes down to some cool physics. Clouds are
Forest Acres is getting a major upgrade to Citadel Park. The park will be closed from December 1, 2025, to March 31, 2026. This is to fix the damage caused by Hurricane Helene. The storm took down many trees and left the park in bad shape. The city chose to close the park in winter. This way, fewer
Forests are always changing. They grow, they shrink, and they adapt. This is especially true in tropical areas where human activity puts a lot of pressure on these green spaces. To keep an eye on these changes, scientists are turning to drones. These flying gadgets can take pictures from above and h
