Michael Livingston
Reporter, Interlochen Public RadioMichael Livingston reports for IPR from the tip-of-the-mitt – mainly covering Cheboygan, Charlevoix, Emmet and Otsego counties.
His position is a partnership with Report for America, a national service project that helps staff newsrooms across the country. His stories also appear in the Traverse City Record-Eagle.
A recent graduate from Central Michigan University where he earned a degree in journalism and international relations, Michael brings experience in both print and broadcast reporting.
Send story ideas to Michael at michael.livingston@interlochen.org
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The complaint says the proposed expansion will, “result in various pollutants raining down on the headwaters of the Au Sable, one of the most famous trout streams in the United States.” -
One measles case has been confirmed in Michigan already, but officials in northern Michigan say low vaccination rates in some counties are causing real concern for a potential outbreak.
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“He didn't try biting anybody or anything. But ... he hissed at me and that was probably pretty much to say, 'Leave me alone.'” -
In northern Michigan, where much of higher education is offered at community colleges, officials say that will take investment in programs that meet workforce needs and doing away with tuition burdens. -
This is the first “organization-led” land purchase in the conservancy’s more than 30-year history. -
A U.S. subsidiary of the Swedish defense company announced the project last year which has stirred debate between residents and officials with some calling for additional review. -
According to data from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, the outdoor industry brought in nearly $14 billion in economic activity. That’s an 8 percent increase compared to 2022. -
The event comes after bishops from around the U.S. wrote a letter apologizing for the church’s role in abusing children and suppressing Native American culture. -
Both VP candidates hope to appeal to working-class voters in states like Michigan. Harbor Springs voters told us specifics will be key in Tuesday’s debate. -
It's a $75 million investment. The decision comes with support from officials but concern from some residents who expressed distrust with the military presence in the area.
