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WASHINGTON DC - A rare warning has been issued over a solar storm that could affect Earth’s power supplies and knock out the internet. A severe geomagnetic storm watch was put out by the US’s National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration yesterday – the first such warning since January 2005. At that time, the highest dose
LANSING - The Cannabis Regulatory Agency reported Wednesday that $278,546,443 in marijuana and marijuana products sold legally in April, down about $10 million from the record $288 million sold In March. Medical cannabis sales represent 0.8% of Michigan’s overall marketplace so far in 2024. To put that April decline in perspective, March included five Fridays
Earth’s surface has evolved dynamically over centuries of years. It has led to a change in the borders and boundaries that we see today. But have you ever wondered how our planet might look after millions of years? Interestingly, an animation shared by nonprofit scientific association AGU (Advancing Earth and Spaces Science) reveals that Earth’s continents are likely to undergo
GRAND RAPIDS - A survey of West Michigan businesses and managers conducted by a Grand Valley researcher shows a promising trend of modest economic growth for the region’s economy. Key metrics in the monthly survey conducted by Brian Long, director of supply management research at the Seidman College of Business, ticked upward for the third
LANSING - Michigan has a gas tax, and that funding is used toward road improvements, but as cars use less gas or go electric, lawmakers are considering other ways of funding the state's rough roads. "It creates a declining revenue source for how we fund and fix our roads. That challenge is coming to every
SEATTLE - Microsoft just released its 4th annual Work Trend Index report. And like last year, it focuses on generative AI, but with a focus on the technology's state at work. Last year's report shed light on the employees' and employer's perspectives on AI in the workplace. Two things stood out, a vast majority of the polled
BUCHANAN - The Michigan Cannabis Golfers Association is kicking of the 2024 summer season with a scramble June 3 at Orchard Hills Country Club in Buchanan. Founder Rick Anstiss provides details in this video interview. This year marks the 5th season for the CGA, and Rick already has lined up two other scrambles later in
TROY – Automation Alley’s fifth playbook of its 2024 Integr8 Roundtable Series shines a spotlight on the growing cybersecurity risks faced by manufacturers as they continue to adopt advanced technologies that operate on higher levels of information and operational technology. Today’s cyber criminals see the manufacturing industry and complex supply chains as a lucrative targets,
KALAMAZOO – Dokidokon, a celebration of anime, gaming, and all things nerd culture, returns to Kalamazoo July 19 to 21, and the promoters promise the 2024 event promises to be an electrifying extravaganza for fans of anime, gaming, cosplay, and everything in between. Dokidokon 2024 will transform Kalamazoo into a haven for enthusiasts, bringing together
ANN ARBOR, MI — Ann Arbor’s year-long celebration of the city’s bicentennial is shifting into high gear in May with more events planned to mark the city’s 200th anniversary. Ann Arborites who like live music, art, bicycling and local history will find reasons to attend a variety of events planned from May 17-25, including an art exhibition,
