Cameron Chinn

Meteorologist and Multimedia Journalist at WLUC-TV (Negaunee, MI)

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Snow chances move in for Sunday night in the Upper Peninsula

2 weeks ago | uppermichiganssource.com | Cameron Chinn

As we close out the weekend, those near the Lake Superior shoreline will see higher chances of snow Sunday night into Monday morning. Those in the western counties will see more accumulation as the air starts off cool for the week. While temps go down at first, by Wednesday temperatures will steadily rise. Some areas could see temperatures in the 50s by the end of the week which could melt a lot of the snow if the clouds part.
Snow chances and warmer air is in the forecast for the Upper Peninsula

2 weeks ago | uppermichiganssource.com | Cameron Chinn

Small rounds of snow are expected for the next few days in the morning hours as temperatures look to go up and down. Light lake-effect snow along the NW wind belts moves in Sunday morning but moves out in the afternoon. Cooler air moves in as well for Monday and Tuesday. However, as we get to the mid-week, temperatures climb upwards again into the 40s by Wednesday and in the 50s by Thursday and Friday.
‘Purses with a Purpose’ returns for another year in the UP

2 weeks ago | uppermichiganssource.com | Cameron Chinn

MARQUETTE, Mich. (WLUC) - April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month, and an annual campaign for the cause returns. For the entire month of April, you can donate new or gently used purses with various items for survivors of domestic violence or sexual assault. ‘Purses with a Purpose’ is a partnership between the Women’s Center in Marquette and the Michigan State Police. Public Information Officer Lt. Ben Eckola said these items can go a long way for survivors.
A warmer trend is looking to move into the Upper Peninsula

3 weeks ago | uppermichiganssource.com | Cameron Chinn

A mostly quiet pattern is in the forecast for the next few days with a warming trend and a few brushes of snow. Temperatures look to rise into the 40s for Friday and Saturday which could melt the bulk of the snow and ice we just received. But there are chances of scattered snow in the forecast for some Friday night going into Saturday morning.
Sun expected to cap off weekend with more of it this week

Aug 18, 2024 | uppermichiganssource.com | Cameron Chinn

Be ready for the sun as we are expecting a bountiful amount of it to start off this week with temperatures mostly mild, but some could see below average temps. Chances of rain will remain minimal for most of this week so be sure to get out and enjoy the nice conditions. We are expecting some chances as we get closer to Thursday and Friday but the good news is that it is looking to be mostly scattered showers.
Bayshore Veterinary Clinic offers special therpay like a water treadmill

Aug 15, 2024 | uppermichiganssource.com | Cameron Chinn

HARVEY, Mich. (WLUC)—A veterinary clinic in Marquette County is offering rehabilitation services to pets and teaching pet owners how to keep them fit. Yogi, the dog, started up the treadmill Thursday and went through a session of hydrotherapy. A service like this is available at Bayshore Veterinary Clinic in Harvey to help dogs recover after surgery. Rehabilitation Practitioner Laura Chosa said the weeks after surgery are just as important as the procedure itself.
Contractors will learn and eventually be certified to mitigate radon

Aug 15, 2024 | uppermichiganssource.com | Cameron Chinn

MARQUETTE, Mich. (WLUC) - The state of Michigan is hosting a first-ever radon mitigation training next month for contractors. A certification training hosted by the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) and Kansas State University’s National Radon Services will be at the Ramada Inn from Sept. 4 through Sept. 6. EGLE Indoor Radon Specialist Les Smith says the purpose is to increase the number of contractors certified in radon mitigation in the central and eastern counties.
Showers cap off the weekend with warmer air ahead

Aug 10, 2024 | uppermichiganssource.com | Cameron Chinn

Cloudy skies and rain showers are looking to stick around for the weekend so have the umbrella nearby. The good news is those rain chances are looking to dwindle by the time we get to Monday as temperatures are looking to rise. Some areas will see more 70s by the time we get to Wednesday with chances of 80s by Friday.
Businesses prep for upcoming Ore to Shore race

Aug 9, 2024 | uppermichiganssource.com | Cameron Chinn

MARQUETTE, Mich. (WLUC) - The Ore to Shore bike race kicks off Saturday and businesses have been reaping the rewards throughout the week. From hotels to restaurants, the Ore to Shore bike race has a positive impact on many local businesses. Hotels from the Base Hospitality Group typically see many people book ahead of time. Co-owners of the group Josh Paquette and Charlie Holsworth said they provide specific amenities to bikers for events like the upcoming race.
Fall Phantasm event looking for volunteers

Aug 9, 2024 | uppermichiganssource.com | Cameron Chinn

CHOCOLAY TOWNSHIP, Mich. (WLUC) - A fall event in Marquette County is looking for volunteers. The Marquette Fringe is seeking volunteers for its Fall Phantasm event at Lakenenland. You can help set up the event, work certain stations or help take down the event. The President of the organization Mike Bradford said this is an event to showcase the unique art of the area.