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Taking a trip on the SS Badger? Here's our list of things to do in Manitowoc and Ludington
MANITOWOC – Taking the S.S. Badger car and passenger ferry from Manitowoc to Ludington, Michigan, or from Ludington to Manitowoc, and looking for a few things to do while on shore? Look no further! Here's our list of activities to do once you exit the ferry. Passengers can bring cars onto the ferry, which, of course, will give them many more options of where and what to do in each city. We'll keep our list to things folks can do on foot, after taking the four-hour cruise across Lake Michigan. This is not an inclusive list, but should be a good start! The S.S. Badger's season runs through Oct. 12, and its overnight cruises run through Sept. 1. Learn more or make a reservation at Dine outdoors: These are our picks for great outdoor dining in Manitowoc and Two Rivers Things to do in Ludington, Michigan Here are some things to do in Ludington, Michigan, a city with a population of 7,597 that's a nearly four-hour drive from Detroit: Check out Waterfront Park — Nestled between two marinas and the car ferry dock, this family-friendly park has a playground and picnic tables near the small Pere Marquette Lake. Take a walk along the pathways to see nine bronzed sculptures and come back at night for summer concerts. Walk to a variety of restaurants — These include Blu Moon Bistro, Brenda's Harbor Café, Jamesport Brewing Company, Ludington Bay Brewing Company or the Q Smokehouse on South James Street. Relax on the 2,500-foot sandy beach at Sterns Park — Swim, build a sandcastle, swim and enjoy the view of the North Breakwater Light. The park also has a mini-golf course. Visit the North Breakwater Light — The North Breakwater Light is open for tours this season through Sept. 28. You can walk up the 53 steps in the light's building to the top for great lake views. Step back in time at the Port of Ludington Maritime Museum — Learn about the area's rich history with Lake Michigan. Located in the former U.S. Coast Guard station, visitors can 'pilot' the famed ferry Pere Marquette 22, meet holograms of captains Nels Palmer and Wallace Van Dyke, and experience other interactive exhibits. Walk a few blocks to Ludington's downtown — Shop, dine and enjoy summertime events in the city's downtown. You can find gift shops, jewelry shops, and consignment and vintage shops, art and photo galleries, and more. Most Treasured View: Mariners Trail in Manitowoc County is the region's Most Treasured View, reader poll finds Things to do in Manitowoc Here are some things to do in Manitowoc, a city with a population of 34,568 that's an approximately hour-and-a-half drive from Milwaukee: Visit the Wisconsin Maritime Museum — Learn about the maritime history of Wisconsin and the Great Lakes region. Learn about sailors, shipbuilders and submariners who made history. And take a tour through the World War II submarine the USS Cobia. Check out the Rahr-West Museum — About half mile away from the Badger dock, located inside a beautiful 19th-century Victorian mansion that extends into a 20th-century exhibition wing, works in the museum include a Picasso, a Georgia O'Keeffe, Andy Warhol and Mary Cassatt. Visitors can see a replica of a Sputnik fragment, which mysteriously fell to Earth and landed in Manitowoc just outside the museum. Exhibits rotate about eight times per year. Visit one of the restaurants in downtown Manitowoc — These include Bricks Downtown Bar and Grill, Pizza Garden, Courthouse Pub and the Fat Seagull. Listen to live music at The Wharf — The waterfront bar and restaurant has a large patio and bands playing throughout the summer. Browse the downtown shops — These include Beerntsen's Confectionary, Basil's Sustainable Goods, graced, Heart & Homestead, Phenomenal Love and The Wild Iris Gifts & Botanicals. Join a Manitowoc Shore Segway Tour — Open for two to nine guests and reservations are required ahead of time. On your glide you'll enjoy scenic views of the long coastline and explore the historic downtown district. Find more details at Contact reporter Patti Zarling at pzarling@ or call 920-606-2575. Follow her on X @PGPattiZarling, on Instagram @PGPatti and on Bluesky @PGPatti. This article originally appeared on Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter: Taking the SS Badger? Here's what you can do in Manitowoc & Ludington. Solve the daily Crossword
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Broad Street Wolverhampton closed due to early-hours fire
A busy city centre road has been closed after a fire broke out in the early hours. Broad Street in Wolverhampton has been shut in both directions from A4150 Ring Road St Patricks to Princes Square as firefighters tackle the blaze. Cres were called to the scene at around 4.30am on Monday, July 28. READ MORE: Great Bridge fire update as crews remain at scene almost 24-hours on A Staffordshire and West Midlands Fire Control spokesperson said the fire was "outside" and three crews remained at the scene at around 8.50am. West Midlands Fire Service has been approached for more information. National Express West Midlands took to X at 6.30am to warn passengers of "service disruption". The post read: "Ongoing incident closing Broad Street, Wolverhampton. "Services will be using Lichfield Street and Fryer Street in both directions "Apologies for any disruption to your journey." An update on traffic monitoring site Inrix just after 7.30am said: "Broad Street both ways closed due to police incident from A4150 Ring Road St Patricks to Princes Square. "Traffic is coping well. Diversion for local bus services." Stay up-to-date by following our Twitter feed @birmingham_live or liking our Facebook page.
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Mechanical problem shuts down Via Rail train en route from Halifax to Montreal
One-hundred seventy-five passengers on a Via Rail train travelling from Halifax to Montreal were forced to disembark in a central Nova Scotia community on Sunday after The Ocean experienced mechanical issues. The train departed Halifax late this morning, but had a mechanical issue outside of Truro, N.S., early this afternoon. Truro is roughly 100 kilometres north of Halifax. Passenger Luke Thompson and his wife were heading to Amherst, N.S., with their six children after a weekend visit to see family in Halifax. He said passengers first realized there was a problem when the train stopped for about 30 minutes outside of Truro. The rail car he was in lost air conditioning. "They made sure we were well taken care of," Thompson said, noting they were given sandwiches free of charge. After the delay, the train managed to get to Truro, where passengers got off. Thompson said he was impressed with the crew's focus on safety. What Via Rail is saying In a statement, Via Rail said it arranging for passengers who embarked in Halifax to get to their destinations by bus. It said other passengers who were set to board the train after Truro have been told it is cancelled and will receive a full refund and a travel credit. Thompson said his family was told they could get a full refund and arrange their own transportation. Via's website also says that customers who await a transportation option from Via get a 50 per cent refund as well. Thompson said after a four-hour wait, a bus was set to arrive to take his family to Truro. "You can't pull buses out of thin air," he said. Thompson said other passengers were frustrated, especially those awaiting transportation to locations farther along the route. MORE TOP STORIES
