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South Haven: Mermaid Megafest – WCMU Public Media
The town of South Haven attempts to break the Guinness Book of World Records for the largest gathering of mermaids in one spot. People from all across Michigan donned flippers and fins to not only break a worlds record, but to also bring awareness to the dangers that are currently threatening the Great Lakes.
Man still missing in St. Joseph River – ABC57 News
On Sunday advanced aerial drones and underwater drones were used to search the water, but were unable to find Scott. The Great Lakes Drone Company volunteered their services, which it does for Public Safety when the crew is available.
Inside The Airventure Drone Show: Michigan Company Entertains, Integrates – Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association
Airplanes, fireworks, and drones will take turns in the night sky at EAA AirVenture in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, a carefully choreographed display that brings new technology to crowd-pleasing aerial entertainment for the first time.
Without fireworks, Aspen prepares for a one-of-a-kind drone light show on Ajax – The Aspen Times
In a perfect world, Matthew Quinn would pair his light show with fireworks. However, with fire danger as high as it is in the Aspen area right now, he’s hoping his drones will provide more than enough awe on their own.
Drone light-show over Aspen Mountain canceled, may go Thursday– The Aspen Times
Tonight’s Fourth of July drone light-show over Aspen Mountain has been canceled due to weather concerns caused by the Basalt fire, officials said.
Drone light show cancelled due to unfavorable weather conditions – Aspen Daily News
The Fourth of July drone light show in Aspen has been cancelled due to “rapidly deteriorating weather conditions” according to a press release from the Aspen Chamber Resort Association.
Aspen Hosts Drone Show Instead Of Fireworks – CBS Denver
The Great Lakes Drone Company is organizing the drone show in Aspen on the Fourth of July.
Fourth of July: Aspen, Colorado swaps fireworks for drones – BBC
The US town of Aspen is swapping its annual Fourth of July fireworks display for a drone show – because of a wildfire risk in the drought-hit area.
Intel postpones Fourth of July drone light show due to windy conditions – USA Today
A drone light show could be the future Fourth of July entertainment in wildfire-prone northern California — but not this year. Hundreds of drones, set to wow viewers with a patriotic display of flashing lights in the sky, were grounded Wednesday by windy conditions.
Facing Wildfire Threats, Cities Ditch Fireworks for Drones on July 4th – City Lab
As far as Independence Day festivities go, the one in Aspen, Colorado, is as old fashioned as it gets—it is, after all, called the “Old-Fashioned July 4th Celebration.” This year, a parade of vintage cars, American flags, and people dressed in patriotic gear will run through Main Street.
A July 4 Without Fireworks? Wildfire-Plagued Cities Turn to Drones – New York Times
Fireworks have become a wildfire liability in states and cities in the American West where persistent drought has turned lands into tinder. The alternative on July 4? In some places, drones.
Drones replace July 4th fireworks in western towns worried about wildfires. But where’s the ‘boom’? – WFMY News 2
Towns in California, Colorado and Arizona – facing another season of drought and wildfire – are turning to drone shows as a less dangerous alternative to organized fireworks, encouraged by the development of jaw-dropping, choreographed shows such as the one Intel prepared for the Winter Olympics broadcast.
ASPEN REPLACES FIREWORKS SHOW WITH DRONES – 98.3 x Frontrange
If you were planning on going to Aspen for the Fourth of July this year, you might be in for a bit of a shock if you are looking to see fireworks. Aspen has opted to replace the fireworks show with a drone show this year.
DRONE SHOWS COULD BE ALTERNATIVE TO FOURTH OF JULY FIREWORKS IN WILDFIRE-AFFECTED STATES – Newsweek
West Coast cities affected by the recent wildfires have found an alternative to fireworks for the Fourth of July: drones.
Fourth of July: drones to replace firework displays due to wildfire risk – The Guardian
The night sky above Aspen will light up with a patriotic display this Fourth of July as always – just not with the usual fireworks.
Communities Across The West Cancel Fireworks Because Of Wildfire Threats – NPR
Dry conditions are causing holiday fireworks celebrations to be canceled. A geography professor at the University of Colorado Boulder says the single biggest day for wildfires to start is July 4.
Aspen Celebrates Red, White, and Blue with a Patriotic Drone Show – Aspen SoJourner
With Stage II fire restrictions in effect since June 29 and the Christine lake fire in Basalt, there’ll be no fireworks exploding in Aspen’s night sky this Fourth of July.
Fourth Of July Fireworks Go Hi-Tech In Fire-Prone Areas, As Drone Shows Are Planned In Western States – Inquisitr
Drone shows wowed audiences at the Winter Olympics and the Super Bowl, and they’ll be making a big comeback this Fourth of July in select cities in Arizona, California, and Colorado.
ASPEN REPLACES FIREWORKS SHOW WITH DRONES – K99
If you were planning on going to Aspen for the Fourth of July this year, you might be in for a bit of a shock if you are looking to see fireworks. Aspen has opted to replace the fireworks show with a drone show this year.
Extreme Drought, Fire Danger Push Mountain Resorts To Douse July 4 Fireworks – Colorado Public Radio
Breckenridge is the latest Colorado town to cancel its traditional July 4 fireworks show due to extreme drought and wildfire danger.
Droning on: Machines to replace fireworks on Fourth – Aspen Daily News
The city of Aspen will forgo traditional Fourth of July fireworks this year in favor of a drone light show.
Amid high fire danger, the Aspen Chamber Resort Association is working with the Great Lakes Drone Co. to bring a light show to the town, said ACRA’s Melissa Wisenbaker on Monday. Read More>>
The Drone Light Show a Drone Aerial Light Show – sUAS News
“The Drone Light Show, a division of Great Lakes Drone Company (GLDC), debuted their 25 drone aerial light show LIVE on March 20 and 21 of 2017, to an invite-only crowd. Amongst the audience of 60 people combined The Drone Light Show put on an aerial show spectacular! These multiple drones created designs with bright colours, such as a heart, 3-dimensional shapes, and even the “M” from Pure Michigan campaign.” Read More >>
Pure Michigan Moment for Great Lakes Drone Co. – Moody on the Market
“The workload at the National UFO Reporting Center may see a sharp increase now that the amazing team at Great Lakes Drone Company have mastered the art of The Drone Light Show. The mesmerizing look and spectacular array of more than two dozen lighted drones chasing in synchronized patterns across the night sky will rapidly become a huge hit, or at least the Great Lakes Drone pilots certainly hope so.” Read More >>
Drone services company flying high – GRBJ
“Great Lakes Drone Company’s viral aerial video of a frozen lighthouse in St. Joseph in December put the new company on the map. The footage, picked up by The Washington Post, NBC, the Chicago Tribune and several news outlets in the U.K., attracted so much attention that the Watervliet-based unmanned aerial videography, photography and survey company founded in September has expanded its operations to Grand Rapids and Lansing.” Read More >>
Mermaids spotted in Lake Michigan – Fox 17
“The Great Lakes Drone Company was flying above the lake off of South Haven when they spotted a ‘school’ of mermaids frolicking in the unseasonably warm Lake Michigan water.” Read More >>
New sport on target to zip through Van Andel Arena – GRBJ
“The growing sport of drone racing, which has been featured on national broadcast networks like ESPN, is coming to Grand Rapids on Sept. 22-24. “Unforeseen circumstances” necessitated the Great Lakes Cup Drone Racing Championship & Expo be pushed back from its original July 21-23 date, but event officials are hard at work crafting an event the likes of which are new to West Michigan.” Read More >>
Drone racing championship at Van Andel Arena rescheduled – mLive
“The Great Lakes Cup Drone Racing Championship and Expo, originally planned for July 21-23, will now be hosted at Grand Rapids’ Van Andel Arena from Sept. 22-24.” Read More >>
Drones Race Into Grand Rapids for Championship – GRMag
“The Great Lakes Drone Racing Championships are being held at Van Andel Arena Sept. 22 – 24. The event was created through a partnership between Van Andel Arena and Great Lakes Drone Company.” Read More >>
Drones help search for missing dog in Troy – Detroit Free Press
“The desperate search for a missing dog in Troy went high-tech Sunday. Drone pilots from west Michigan joined forces with about 25 local volunteers to find the dog, McKenzie, who has been missing since June.” Read More >>
Frozen Lake Michigan lighthouse looks out of this world in drone video – Chicago Tribune
“In the grips of a punishing Arctic air mass, an ordinary lighthouse on Lake Michigan’s eastern shore was transformed into a majestic ice palace late last week.” Read More >>Elephant ears with extra butter: 10 questions with Michigan State Fair’s Steve Masters – Hometown Life
“On Wednesday, Michigan State Fair officials held a press conference to unveil a huge expansion of the Suburban Collection Showplace and announce new initiatives for the 2018 fair.” Read More >>
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