Wexford County
Coverage of Wexford County in the Nexus archive.
- Whale remains have been washing up in Michigan for years -- here’s why
Whale remains, including baleen, sperm, bowhead, and finback species, have been discovered across Michigan. Experts attribute this to the state's geological history, where melting glaciers and ancient waterways allowed marine life to inhabit inland regions thousands of years ago.
- Why whale remains have been found in Michigan several times
Whale remains, including baleen, sperm, bowhead, and finback species, have been found in multiple locations across Michigan. These discoveries are attributed to the state's geological history, where melting glaciers and ancient waterways allowed marine life to inhabit inland areas thousands of years ago.
- Farmers, residents push back against proposed solar array in Wexford County
Farmers and residents in Wexford County oppose a proposed 1,500-acre solar array by Ranger Power, citing concerns over farmland loss, environmental impact, and property values. The project requires zoning changes, and a new Michigan law (Public Act 233) allows developers to bypass local control for state approval. Ranger Power plans to conduct studies and propose a community benefits agreement.
- Former couple sentenced for abusing adopted children in Michigan and Tennessee cases
A former couple, Jessica and Jason Klimp, were sentenced in Michigan for abusing two adopted children, with their sentences running concurrently to 10-year terms in Tennessee. The abuse included severe dehydration, malnutrition, and confinement using straitjackets and dog cages.