As impressive at the rainfall totals were in Genesee County from the storms this past Monday, the greater Detroit area just to our southeast was slammed with the second wettest day in the city's history.
With all the horrible things happening in the world today, it's easy to have a negative outlook on where we are and where we're going as humans. But these morning commuters from the land down under have restored my faith in humanity!
The reconstruction of M-24 is in it's third full week and it seems that most drivers are either adapting to the roadwork, or searching out alternate routes. How much has that hurt businesses who face M-24 and deal with it directly? How will it affect their future?
Motorists and business owners are feeling the frustration as the M-24 construction process finishes it's second week. The nearly two-mile construction zone has been turned into one lane each way, with strictly enforced no left turn signs all along the route. Only turns at intersections are allowable and that is a flashpoint with some drivers who are just trying to stop and get gas.
Lapeer High School Class of 1966 is offering up a tasty Pure Michigan day trip. You don't have to be a member of the Lapeer High School Class of '66, everyone is invited to join them for a visit to a classmate's winery in Rose City on Saturday, May 10th.
The Michigan Department of Transportation has scheduled an informational meeting regarding proposed improvements on M-24, from south of I-69 to Nepessing Street in the city of Lapeer, and Lapeer Township. It is scheduled in two sessions for Monday, April 7th at 4pm, and again at 5:30pm at the Lapeer City Hall Commission Chambers.
I've heard so many people say that this has been the toughest winter that they can ever remember. We've had ice storms, bitter cold temperatures, and tons of snow! Now, here is your chance to escape, compliments of US1031! Check out the five trips that the winner of the "Boarding Pass" contest will have to choose from. That could be you! Get registered today in the "Ultimate V.I.P.