Victor Skinner

Norton Shores

Freelance writer based in West Michigan. Likes: Hunting, fishing, scuba diving, wakeskating, and all things water-related. RT are not endorsements.

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Backlash pauses euthanasia of nuisance geese in Michigan

1 week ago | outdoornews.com | Victor Skinner

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources’ plan to euthanize nuisance geese is on pause following backlash from the public and lawmakers. “One of the Wildlife Division’s objectives is to develop, recommend, and implement policies and regulations to manage wildlife and human-wildlife interactions,” DNR Director Scott Bowen wrote in a May 9 letter to Sen Dayna Polehanki, D-Livonia.
Michigan holds 48 million square feet of office space - as employees work remotely! - The Midwesterner

1 week ago | themidwesterner.news | Victor Skinner

Michigan has about 48 million square feet of office space, but whether it’s being utilized is anyone’s guess.
Whitmer's Michigan: Households struggling to afford basics grow by 165,271 during tenure - The Midwesterner

1 week ago | themidwesterner.news | Victor Skinner

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Michigan study suggests promise for deer vaccine for bovine tuberculosis

2 weeks ago | outdoornews.com | Victor Skinner

A pilot project last year to vaccinate Michigan deer for bovine tuberculosis is showing promising results for developing another tool to control the spread of the bacterial disease.
Dr. Scott Larsen named new veterinarian at Michigan DNR

2 weeks ago | outdoornews.com | Victor Skinner

After 18 months without a veterinarian, the Michigan Department of Natural Resources earlier this year hired Dr. Scott Larsen to the Wildlife Health Section. Larsen, who most recently served as a veterinary liaison for the University of Pennsylvania’s Wildlife Futures program, came with decades of experience in veterinary medicine and wildlife disease transmission. This content is restricted to subscribers of OutdoorNews.com.
Michigan Democrats seek to impose $84.3 million ‘summer tax’ on all vehicle owners - The Midwesterner

2 weeks ago | themidwesterner.news | Victor Skinner

Michigan Democrats are pushing a $84.3 million “summer tax” in their budget for next fiscal year that some argue will drive up the cost of enjoying the state’s natural resources.
Running into Memorial Day Weekend

2 weeks ago | northernexpress.com | Jamie Kauffold |Abby McKiernan |Ren Brabenec |Victor Skinner

By Jamie Kauffold | May 17, 2025 Start Memorial Day weekend with beautiful views of Little Traverse Bay during the Top of Michigan Festival of Races, Saturday, May 24. Choose from a half marathon, 10K, or 5K, with the earliest start time at 7:30am from Bayfront Park in Petoskey. For more info and to register visit: runsignup.com/Race/MI/Petoskey/TopofMichiganFestivalofRaces. The races benefit the Top of Michigan Trails Council and the Petoskey High School track and cross country teams.
Adventuring Beyond the Tourist Trail on Mackinac Island

2 weeks ago | northernexpress.com | Matt Dursum |Abby McKiernan |Ren Brabenec |Victor Skinner

10+ ways to see the island through fresh eyes By Matt Dursum | May 17, 2025 Visitors may know Mackinac Island for its horses, paved bike trails, Grand Hotel, and the Revolutionary War era Fort Mackinac that overlooks the harbor. But beyond the crowded gift shops and popular hotels along Lake Shore Drive is a lesser-known side to the island. We got recommendations from two experts on how to explore Mackinac like a local.
The Landing’s Lobster Avocado Toast

2 weeks ago | northernexpress.com | Abby McKiernan |Ren Brabenec |Victor Skinner |Ross Boissoneau

Tastemaker May 17, 2025 Lobster and avocado toast? In this economy?! You bet. The Landing Restaurant in Charlevoix is gearing up for their summer reopening May 21, and we’re headed straight for our favorite pick from the appetizer “Sharing is Caring” side of the menu. This loaded toast is hearty enough to split with a friend (or hold up as its own meal), and at $18.99, won’t break the bank despite its bougie ingredients.
Wildwood Coffee Co.'s Latte

2 weeks ago | northernexpress.com | Anna Faller |Abby McKiernan |Ren Brabenec |Victor Skinner

Bottoms Up By Anna Faller | May 17, 2025 We get it: morning decisions are hard, especially when it comes to coffee. For our AM fix, find us at Wildwood Coffee Co. in Indian River, where everything from local art to light breakfast and pastries are on the menu. Our first order, though, is the Wildwood Latte.