from Michigan Live (http://www.mlive.com/) -- reporter Dave Eggers at Detroit, Michigan
Michigan Gov. Rick Snyder and Canadian Transport Minister Denis Lebel on Friday June 15, 2012 signed an agreement to build a bridge over the Detroit River between Canada and the United States, as hundreds of dignitaries looked on in Detroit's Cobo Center.
Cobo is about 4 miles from the site of where the New International Trade Crossing is to be constructed. The existing options to cross between the two countries are the privately owned Ambassador Bridge and the Detroit-Windsor Tunnel.
"Today represents a major step in Michigan’s reinvention," Snyder, who has made the bridge a top priority in his year-and-a-half in office, said in a news release before the signing.
Speaking on behalf of the business community, Jim Nicholson, president and CEO of Detroit-based PVS Chemicals, said during the ceremony: "We are all in on this bridge. This will be a game changer for our state, for our city, for the people of Delray and for the people of Canada."
http://www.mlive.com/news/index.ssf/2012/06/michigan_gov_rick_snyder_canad.html#incart_river_default
Friday, June 15, 2012
Thursday, June 14, 2012
Flag Day -- measure on flags to be flown in state of Michigan (Gov. Snyder signs bill)
from M Live (Web posted stories - news - analysis) -- www.mlive.com/
Gov. Rick Snyder on Thursday June 14, 2012 signed legislation requiring that the state buy American when it comes to flags - and give homeowners and builders more time for their wetland and other permit requests to be processed.
American and Michigan flags flown at state buildings will have to be made in the United States under one bill, sponsored by Sen. Roger Kahn, R-Saginaw Township.
According to an analysis from the Senate Fiscal Agency, surveyed state agencies already report that the flags they buy are made in the U.S. But the new provision puts requirements for flag purchase into state law so they cannot be changed without further action by the Legislature.
Flags currently bought by the state range in price from $13.95 to $65.98, depending on the size.
The measure does not apply to local governments or schools.
http://www.mlive.com/news/index.ssf/2012/06/gov_rick_snyder_signs_bills_to.html#incart_river_default
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Gov. Rick Snyder on Thursday June 14, 2012 signed legislation requiring that the state buy American when it comes to flags - and give homeowners and builders more time for their wetland and other permit requests to be processed.
American and Michigan flags flown at state buildings will have to be made in the United States under one bill, sponsored by Sen. Roger Kahn, R-Saginaw Township.
According to an analysis from the Senate Fiscal Agency, surveyed state agencies already report that the flags they buy are made in the U.S. But the new provision puts requirements for flag purchase into state law so they cannot be changed without further action by the Legislature.
Flags currently bought by the state range in price from $13.95 to $65.98, depending on the size.
The measure does not apply to local governments or schools.
http://www.mlive.com/news/index.ssf/2012/06/gov_rick_snyder_signs_bills_to.html#incart_river_default
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Wednesday, June 13, 2012
Evolution of "Flag Day at Three Oaks, MI" -- 2012 observation on June 17
from South Bend Tribune reporting of Lou Mumford (www.southbendtribune.com/ )
Initially, Raising of the American Flag took place the evenings of the actual Flag Day (June 14 annually) observance, which this year falls on Thursday. Flick and his fellow legionnaires would gather afterwards at the legion, 204 W. Linden St., to conduct a flag-raising ceremony and serve sandwiches to parade participants.
Today, the general idea's the same even if the schedule isn't. Gail Freehling, chairwoman of the 2012 Flag Day Committee, said the flag-raising ceremony is back this year, with the Post 204 honor guard performing the ritual at 12:30 p.m. Sunday, June 17, 2012 at the Three Oaks, MI Legion Hall.
"It's a reminder of why we actually do it," Freehling said.
At 1:30 p.m., when spectators normally begin to line the downtown parade route, a fly-over will take place. Ninety minutes later, parade units, one a 100-plus drum and bugle corps from Milwaukee, Wisconsin will step off.
Among the other weekend activities will be lumberjack shows set for 6 and 8 p.m. Friday and 2, 4, 6 and 8 p.m. Saturday. Also on Saturday, from noon to 8 p.m., kids are bound to enjoy carnival rides and games and perhaps a free train ride on Linden Street. Mix in baseball, softball and volleyball games, live music, a beer garden at the Featherbone Restaurant, "Art in the (Carver) Park," such food as "Italian beef 'n stuff" and wine-tasting and it's clear there's something to like for everyone.
But the parade's the main attraction, with the evidence the 10,000 or more who turn out for it, Freehling said. Parade participants alone top 2,000. . .
Initially, Raising of the American Flag took place the evenings of the actual Flag Day (June 14 annually) observance, which this year falls on Thursday. Flick and his fellow legionnaires would gather afterwards at the legion, 204 W. Linden St., to conduct a flag-raising ceremony and serve sandwiches to parade participants.
Today, the general idea's the same even if the schedule isn't. Gail Freehling, chairwoman of the 2012 Flag Day Committee, said the flag-raising ceremony is back this year, with the Post 204 honor guard performing the ritual at 12:30 p.m. Sunday, June 17, 2012 at the Three Oaks, MI Legion Hall.
"It's a reminder of why we actually do it," Freehling said.
At 1:30 p.m., when spectators normally begin to line the downtown parade route, a fly-over will take place. Ninety minutes later, parade units, one a 100-plus drum and bugle corps from Milwaukee, Wisconsin will step off.
Among the other weekend activities will be lumberjack shows set for 6 and 8 p.m. Friday and 2, 4, 6 and 8 p.m. Saturday. Also on Saturday, from noon to 8 p.m., kids are bound to enjoy carnival rides and games and perhaps a free train ride on Linden Street. Mix in baseball, softball and volleyball games, live music, a beer garden at the Featherbone Restaurant, "Art in the (Carver) Park," such food as "Italian beef 'n stuff" and wine-tasting and it's clear there's something to like for everyone.
But the parade's the main attraction, with the evidence the 10,000 or more who turn out for it, Freehling said. Parade participants alone top 2,000. . .
1812 Anniversary (British capture Michigan Fort Mackinac) - July
from official website -
Fort Mackinac (1780-1895) was captured by the British on July 17, 1812.
Two years later, August 4, 1814, the Americans attempted but failed to retake Fort Mackinac. Following the battle the British also captured two American vessels blockading the harbor.
Visit this important site that hightlights decades of colonial American history.
Mackinac Island, Michigan, United States.
www.visit1812.org/
Interested in visiting a War of 1812 heritage site? Click on the weblinked sites to find out more about the roles these heritage sites played during the War of 1812. You will also find several museums with War of 1812 collections and websites that include War of 1812 background information.
Fort Mackinac (1780-1895) was captured by the British on July 17, 1812.
Two years later, August 4, 1814, the Americans attempted but failed to retake Fort Mackinac. Following the battle the British also captured two American vessels blockading the harbor.
Visit this important site that hightlights decades of colonial American history.
Mackinac Island, Michigan, United States.
www.visit1812.org/
Interested in visiting a War of 1812 heritage site? Click on the weblinked sites to find out more about the roles these heritage sites played during the War of 1812. You will also find several museums with War of 1812 collections and websites that include War of 1812 background information.
Saturday, June 9, 2012
June 9 Washington Mall "World's Largest Gathering" of Girl Scouts (near Wash. Monument)
from WASHINGTONPOST dot-com (local AP coverage of event, 6 p.m. Eastern, June 9, 2012):
Girl Scouts from across the country gathered on the National Mall to celebrate the organization’s 100th anniversary with celebrities including Mandy Moore.
Organizers say they expected 200,000 participants Saturday for the largest gathering of Girl Scouts in history. They were hoping to set a Guinness World Record. Girls from every state are expected to attend.
The crowd was also contending with high temperatures. Authorities say dozens were treated for heat-related illnesses, and at least 15 people were transported to hospitals.
Girl Scouts from across the country gathered on the National Mall to celebrate the organization’s 100th anniversary with celebrities including Mandy Moore.
Organizers say they expected 200,000 participants Saturday for the largest gathering of Girl Scouts in history. They were hoping to set a Guinness World Record. Girls from every state are expected to attend.
3 p.m. June 17, 2012 -- Flag Day PARADE - Berrien County's Three Oaks, Michigan
from www. threeoaksflagday . com
The nation's Largest Flag Day Parade started in 1953 in Three Oaks, Michigan. In 2012, you won’t want to miss the excitement of celebrating 60 years of the Three Oaks Flag Day Parade! The parade honors the American Flag, Veterans, Service Men and Women, The United States and Freedom. The parade averages over 100 units of Veterans, Color Guards, Musical Marching Units, Clowns, Equestrian Groups, Drill Teams, Antique Cars & Trucks, Drum & Bugle Corps, and Antique Tractors all display and honor the American Flag in the grandest tradition that only this iconic parade has been exhibiting for six decades.
Parade Day Information:
Check In: Will be on the corner of Elm and Walnut Street
Line-up: 1:30 p.m. (Elm Street will be closed at this time)
Start: The 2012 parade will begin at 3 p.m. at the corner of Buckeye & Elm St.
Direction: The parade will go South on Elm Street and turn East on Linden Street, ending at the American Legion.
Media Coverage: The Parade will be broadcasted live on 106.7- LP WRHC Radio Harbor Country.
Judges: Will be located in front of the Three Oaks Library.
Want more information about any of our events or to donate?
Contact us at threeoaksflagdaycommittee@gmail.com
For immediate help please contact
Gail Freehling, Flag Day Chairman, at (269) 612-0441
Live Video Feed available June 10 -- Upton - Hoogendyk debate -- WMUK 102.1 dot-org website
WMUK 102.1 FM and Mlive/Kalamazoo Gazette are hosting the 6th Congressional District Republican debate this Sunday June 10th from 7:00 until 8:00 p.m. The one-hour debate between Congressman Fred Upton, and his challenger in the Republican primary, former State Representative Jack Hoogendyk will be held in the Schneider Hall Auditorium on the Western Michigan University campus. The event is free, there are about 300 seats available to the public on a first-come first-serve basis.
We ask that you be in the auditorium by 7:00. We will be closing the doors at that time and no one will be allowed in while the debate is in progress.
Audience members will have an opportunity to submit questions for the candidates. Suggested questions will also be accepted before the debate on through our Facebook page and Twitter feed.
A link to the live video feed of the debate will be available on our website on Sunday. The audio will be available on our website later Sunday evening and will be broadcast on WMUK Monday night at 8:00.
http://wmuk.org/news/select/290143/Sixth_Congressional_District_Republican_debate_on_Sunday
We ask that you be in the auditorium by 7:00. We will be closing the doors at that time and no one will be allowed in while the debate is in progress.
Audience members will have an opportunity to submit questions for the candidates. Suggested questions will also be accepted before the debate on through our Facebook page and Twitter feed.
A link to the live video feed of the debate will be available on our website on Sunday. The audio will be available on our website later Sunday evening and will be broadcast on WMUK Monday night at 8:00.
http://wmuk.org/news/select/290143/Sixth_Congressional_District_Republican_debate_on_Sunday
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