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River Rock Festival returns to Hersey

1 week ago | 9and10news.com | Jodi Miesen |Jacob Johnson

River Rock Festival returns to HerseyHERSEY — People in Hersey will be rocking it out this weekend at the River Rock Festival. This will be the 4th year of the event. This year it’s been expanded from one day to two and includes 16 different musical acts. River Rock Festival promoter Chris Gregerson, with Iris Entertainment, said bands from all over the state will be playing this Saturday and Sunday at the River Junction Stage, with several from Northern Michigan.
Movie theater coming back to Big Rapids

1 week ago | 9and10news.com | Jodi Miesen |Jacob Johnson

BIG RAPIDS — After years without a movie theater, plans are in the works to bring one back to Big Rapids. It’s something people there have been wanting for years. The old AMC movie theater shut down during Covid and has been sitting empty until now. The owner of a movie theater in Grayling has stepped up and bought it, with big plans to renovate. Jordan Stancil knows a thing or two about movie theaters.
Idlewild celebrates Juneteenth and its legacy

1 week ago | 9and10news.com | Jodi Miesen |Jacob Johnson

IDLEWILD — Juneteenth celebrations are happening across the country, and here in Northern Michigan Thursday, including Idlewild in Lake County. Idlewild is just east of Baldwin and was once a summer vacation spot for African Americans before desegregation. It was known as a safe haven, attracting many well-known African American entertainers like Louis Armstrong, Aretha Franklin, BB King and many, many others.
Cadillac group offers tools to help landowners preserve natural spaces

1 week ago | 9and10news.com | Jacob Johnson

Cadillac group offers tools to help landowners preserve natural spacesCADILLAC — The Cadillac Area Land Conservancy is working with landowners to preserve Northern Michigan’s natural beauty by offering options to protect property from future development. The nonprofit says while landowners can sell or donate property, one of the most flexible tools is a conservation easement — a legal agreement that keeps land under private ownership while permanently limiting its development.
Local leaders and area businesses cautiously optimistic about economic impact of the ICE Detention Center set to open

1 week ago | 9and10news.com | Jodi Miesen |Jacob Johnson

LAKE COUNTY — Area leaders and businesses are reacting as a US Immigration and Customs Enforcement or ICE detention center is set to open soon at a private prison here in Northern michigan. The North Lake Correctional Facility, located just outside of Baldwin, is a private prison owned by the GEO Group and is expected to open up later this summer. They are trying to fill some 500 jobs.
Lake County Kids Safety Days draws in the crowds

1 week ago | 9and10news.com | Jodi Miesen |Jacob Johnson

Lake County Kids Safety Days draws in the crowdsBALDWIN — It was all about safety in one northern Michigan community. The annual Lake County Kids Safety Day was held earlier Tuesday afternoon at the Baldwin Municipal Airport. Organizer Hayley Jones said the event focuses on how to keep your family safe this summer. Various local groups were offering things like car seat checks and bike checks and offering lots of safety related information.
Firehouse's Mentor Monday: A Different Outlook on Retirement

1 week ago | firehouse.com | Ryan Baker |Jacob Johnson

Firehouse's Mentor Monday: A Different Outlook on RetirementJacob Johnson talks about retirement from the fire service, and focuses on a shift in perspective about how retirement ceremonies are also for the families of the first responder. Jacob Johnson talks about retirement from the fire service, and focuses on a shift in perspective about how retirement ceremonies are also for the families of the first responder.
Firehouse's Mentor Monday: Experiences vs. Certifications

2 weeks ago | firehouse.com | Ryan Baker |Jacob Johnson

Firehouse's Mentor Monday: Experiences vs. CertificationsThis week Chief Johnson discusses the importance and difference of having experience vs certifications for promotional requirements. This week Chief Johnson discusses the importance and difference of having experience vs certifications for promotional requirements. He defines the difference between years of tenure and how it correlates to experience based on another viewer question.
Affordable housing project coming to Frankfort

3 weeks ago | 9and10news.com | Jacob Johnson

Benzie County affordable housing projectBENZIE COUNTY — New, affordable homes are coming to Frankfort aimed to help the area’s workforce. Formerly known as the Frankfort Area Community Land Trust, Housing Trust of Benzie is gearing up to build four new homes. Each home, just under 1,000 square feet, will include an attached garage and shared green space to support a sense of community.
Blessing of the Boats this weekend in Ludington

3 weeks ago | 9and10news.com | Jacob Johnson

Ludington Blessing of the Boats previewLUDINGTON — The 7th annual Blessing of the Boats is happening this weekend. This family-friendly event kicks off the boating season and brings the community together to celebrate maritime heritage. Everyone is welcome and boat owners are encouraged to bring an item from their boat to be blessed seeking protection of vessels and those on board. There will be plenty to do with live music as well as food and beverage trucks on site.