Janelle James

2 weeks ago | bridgemi.com | Janelle James

Border crossings from Canada to Michigan are down 11% from last year, with an 18% drop in car travel Border scrutiny has increased, with several hundred detained at the Ambassador Bridge connecting Detroit and Windsor A decline in tourism could hurt US border towns and lead to major economic losses Crossings from Canada to Michigan have plummeted this year amid a trade war that prompted Canadian officials to discourage travel to the US and tighter border enforcement that one lawmaker says is...

3 weeks ago | bridgemi.com | Janelle James

Michigan lawmaker Brad Paquette, R-Niles, introduced a bill to ban soda from being purchased using SNAP benefitsThe proposal is part of a broader push to limit sugary items in federal assistance programsCritics warn the policy could increase administrative costs and stigmatize low-income familiesIs it “pop” or “soda”? No matter what you call it, there is a growing concern about whether people should be allowed to use SNAP benefits to purchase the fizzy drink. State Rep.

1 month ago | bridgemi.com | Janelle James

The Michigan tax filing deadline is Tuesday You can apply for an extension but any owed taxes must still be paid by the deadline Residents affected by the recent ice storms can request more time to fileProcrastinators, time’s almost up. The deadline to file federal and state individual income taxes is quickly approaching: Tuesday, April 15. To avoid penalties, taxpayers must ensure their returns are either submitted electronically or postmarked by midnight on that date.

1 month ago | bridgemi.com | Janelle James

Fluctuating temperatures and mild winters in recent years put crops at risk for early buds and frost damageThis year's colder winter weather offers hope for a smoother springOverproduction of crops could lower prices and hurt farmer profitsDennis Strahle is not a professional farmer but grows apples, pawpaws, apricots, persimmons and several types of cherries and nuts.

1 month ago | bridgedetroit.com | Janelle James |Christine Ferretti

Hay fever, or allergic rhinitis, affects up to 60 million people in the US each year, causing symptoms like sneezing and itchy eyesAllergy season is becoming longer and with more intense pollen release, leading to worsened symptomsEarly use of allergy medications can help manage symptoms and make the allergy season more manageableAs the weather warms up and the seasons shift, people tend to enjoy outdoor activities they couldn’t partake in during the colder months.