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Jalen Williams

Detroit

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  • 4 days ago | freep.com | Jalen Williams

    An opossum was safely escorted off the Mackinac Bridge by authorities. Opossums, native to North America, are often confused with possums, which are found in Australia. Both animals are nocturnal, arboreal, and omnivorous. The Mackinac Bridge connects the upper and lower peninsulas of Michigan, carrying commuters, tourists and, on occasion, furry animals such as an opossum crossing the bridge on May 29, the Mackinac County Sheriff's office confirmed.

  • 5 days ago | freep.com | Jalen Williams

    Michigan is predicted to have a hot and humid summer, potentially causing smartphones to overheat. Smartphones have optimal operating temperatures, and exceeding them can damage battery life. If a phone overheats, turn it off, move it to a cooler location, and let it cool down.

  • 1 week ago | freep.com | Jalen Williams

    Teens 14-17 need parental permission, while 18- to 19-year-olds can sign up independently, either online or in person. The free membership grants access to one local Planet Fitness location, along with free fitness training and workout plans via the app. Planet Fitness is offering its free high school summer pass to teens again this year, giving them access to one Planet Fitness club across Michigan from June 1-Aug. 31.

  • 1 week ago | freep.com | Jalen Williams

    A 57-year-old Michigan woman, Kristin Bates, was found dead in an Ohio park. The cause of death is currently unknown pending an autopsy. A 57-year old Michigan woman from the Boyne City area was found dead May 27 in a Defiance, Ohio, park, authorities say. Kristin Bates, of Boyne City, who had been reported missing, was found dead around 8 p.m. on May 27, Detective Sgt. David J. Richards said in a news release from the Defiance Police Department.

  • 2 weeks ago | freep.com | Jalen Williams

    Swimmer's itch symptoms include tingling, burning, itching, reddish pimples, and small blisters. The rash usually clears up on its own within a week, but home treatments and prescriptions can offer relief. Michigan residents can check beach conditions and water quality via the EGLE map. With temperatures warming up in Michigan, residents might be tempted to take a dip in a lake, but there's a chance you could end up itching later.