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Weather: High 83°, low 67° ⛅ 🌩️
It sure feels like August around town, doesn't it? Stormy, humid, hot weather -- a Michigan August tradition.
Storm chances and humidity will stick around on Wednesday, but cooler air is on the way for this weekend. We're talking 70s!
Check the latest forecast at ClickOnDetroit.com/WeatherCenter.
Traffic: Planning for the week ahead 🚧
A few projects to note for the week and planning ahead to the weekend:
- NB M-39 from Lafayette Blvd to Porter Ave left two lanes closed for construction starting on Wednesday. This will last about two weeks.
- SB M-5 from Pontiac Trail to Maple Rd left two lanes closed for construction starting Wednesday. This will last about 10 days.
- SB US-24 (Telegraph Rd) from Pennsylvania Road to West Road closed for construction starting Thursday. This will last just a few days.
- WB I-94 from I-96 to Michigan Ave closed for construction starting Friday, lasting through the weekend.
Check the live Traffic Map here.
Michigan Primary Election Day: Check the results 🗳️
The Primary Election is over and we're tracking all of the results. No, it wasn't a "major" election, but there were still important races, including tightly contested mayoral races in Warren and Livonia.
'Flex Route' coming to I-96 🚦
MDOT is hosting a public meeting to share plans to convert a segment of I-96 between Kent Lake Road and I-275 into a "flex route" using the median shoulders part-time during periods of heavy congestion, typically during morning and evening commutes, for more capacity. This was implemented on US-23 near Ann Arbor in 2017.
Michigan launches EV-mobility campaign 🔌🚗
An event on Wednesday in Dearborn will mark the launch of a state-wide campaign to provide Michigan cities with better and more afforadable access to electric vehicles and charging stations.
David Duchovny turns 59 🎂
You may think this belongs in the "4 Fun" section below. But we disagree. David Duchovny is a national treasure! From roles as Fox Mulder on "The X-Files," to Hank Moody on "Californication," the legendary actor has stood the test of time. The guy went to Princeton and Yale! "I Want to Believe" he'll enjoy his special day. 👽
🗓️ Here's what's on the calendar:
- Aug. 8 -- Lions open preseason against New England 🏈
- Aug. 8 -- National Book Lovers Day 📚 ❤️
- Aug. 9 -- Ribs RnB Music Festival Weekend in Hart Plaza
- Aug. 12 -- Backstreet Boys at Little Caesars Arena 🕺🏻
- Aug. 13 -- Left Hander's Day
- Aug. 15 -- Boyz II Men at MGM Grand Detroit
- Aug. 16 -- National Tell a Joke Day
- Aug. 17 -- ⚔️♞ Renaissance Festival begins!
- Aug. 17 -- Woodward Dream Cruise 🚗
- Aug. 23 -- Daryl Hall and John Oates at Michigan Lottery Amphitheatre 🎹
- Aug. 29 -- Michigan State Fair begins 🎡
- Aug. 30 -- Arts, Beats and Eats weekend 🖼️ 🎶 🍔
- Aug. 30 -- Detroit Jazz Festival kicks off 🎷
Check the Live Guide calendar for more local events, and post your own.
National Lighthouse Day 💡
Michigan is one of the best places to see lighthouses. Our lighthouses are filled with history, formerly used to guide ships around the Great Lakes. To celebrate, go inside the hidden lighthouse on Detroit's Belle Isle.
Concerts in town 🎙️
- Bryan Adams and Billy Idol at DTE Energy Music Theatre at 8 p.m.
- Bad Religion and Lawrence Arms at Royal Oak Music Theatre at 7 p.m.
- Rose Royce at The Aretha Franklin Amphitheatre at 7 p.m.
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If you haven't gotten in on this Renaissance Festival tickets discount, do it now! Seriously, you can't lose here, and it's a GREAT time over at the festival. It's available for a limited-time -- you can only buy these tickets for a 50% discount through Aug. 17.
Here's a link to learn more about the 2019 Renaissance Festival. This year's festival runs weekends and Labor Day, Aug. 17 to Sept. 29. The fun all happens at 12600 Dixie Hwy, Holly, MI 48442.
Adventure awaits! Purchase your half-off tickets here!
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