JACKSON, Mich., Nov. 19, 2024 – Consumers Energy is reminding our Michigan friends and neighbors to be alert and take action to protect themselves from scams as we approach the holidays and with Utility Scam Awareness Day taking place this week.

Ann Arbor Area Becomes First Destination in Michigan to Achieve “Destination Verified” Status for Accessible Travel

Ann Arbor, MI – (November 18, 2024) The greater Ann Arbor area proudly announces its recognition as the first destination in Michigan to achieve the “Destination Verified” status with Wheel the World, a global accessibility platform.

This year’s extended holiday forecast exceeds pre-pandemic numbers, sets new record

DEARBORN, Mich., (November 18, 2024) — AAA expects record-setting travel numbers for Thanksgiving. Nearly 2.6 million Michigan residents are forecast to travel 50 miles or more for the holiday. That’s an all-time high for Thanksgiving and 65,000 more travelers than last year.

Five awards highlight success at Service Industry Advertising Awards 

OKEMOS, Mich. – Publicom, Inc., a full-service marketing communications firm, has won five national awards in the 21^st Annual Service Industry Advertising Awards competition, with three entries receiving Gold Award distinctions.

“We are proud to partner with clients who inspire us to produce meaningful, high-quality work,” said Lisa O’Connor, Publicom president. “Helping to amplify their missions is incredibly rewarding, and receiving national recognition for these efforts is a testament to the strength of these collaborations.”

Consumers Energy is postponing an upgrade of its power outage system (see original message below) due to the potential for high winds in parts of Michigan overnight and tomorrow morning.

A storm could bring wind gusts above 40 mph to West and Northern Michigan. Consumers Energy decided to postpone the upgrade to ensure customers remain fully informed in case of power outages.