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Shipwreck from 1880s revealed by shifting Lake Michigan water levels

A change in Lake Michigan water levels has revealed a shipwreck from the 1880s that is visible in western Michigan for the first time since 2018. Experts believe it's the wooden spine of the Contest, said Craig Rich, director of the Michigan Shipwreck Research Association. The wreckage is along the shore in Muskegon County, near where the White Lake channel meets Lake Michigan. Drone image of the White Lake shipwreck by Kevin Ailes Michigan Shipwreck Research Association. According to the Michigan Shipwreck Research Association, the Contest had a streak of bad luck even before its demise.

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Election 2020 updates: Here’s what happened on Nov. 6

The race between Ossoff and Perdue, a close ally of President Donald Trump, has been characterized by sharp attack ads but relatively moderate political positions. In Detroit, dozens of Trump supporters returned to the streets outside the city’s convention center, where election workers counted ballots. — The New York Times8:13 p.m.: Biden’s lead grows in battleground PennsylvaniaDemocrat Joe Biden’s lead over President Donald Trump is growing in battleground Pennsylvania. Biden is on the cusp of victory as he opened narrow leads over President Donald Trump in Georgia and Pennsylvania. CISA principally helps local and state election departments protect themselves against cyberattacks.

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Here’s how Houston-area artists can earn a $1,000 grant through Red Bull

HOUSTON – Calling all artists in the Houston-area! Red Bull wants to help the art community with direct funding to save the arts. The Red Bull Arts Microgrant Program, first established in Detroit, is an unrestricted grant aimed to help encourage artists to continue their work. Two artists in each participating city will be given a monthly lump sum of $1,000 to kick-start their projects in an effort “to support them to continue their work during this difficult moment.”Winning artists can also showcase their work on Red Bull Art’s social media channels. To be eligible, artists must be 18 years or older and have a CV or resume.

Click2Win: Wing It Photo Contest

We’re here for you and want to see how you’re Winging It at home! Because we’re not all experts...scroll down to show us how you’re Winging It while social distancing! Round 2 of the contest begins at 9:00 A.M. and deadline to enter is May 14, 2020 at 11:59 P.M. Round 3 of the contest begins at 9:00 A.M. on May 15, 2020 and deadline to enter is May 21, 2020 at 11:59 P.M.Click here for the Official Contest Rules. Submit a photo of how you’re Winging It below:

Calling all food and beverage creators! H-E-B is on a ‘quest for Texas Best’

HOUSTON – Houston, do you have what it takes to bring your product on H-E-B’s shelves? Creators can enter this year’s H-E-B Primo Picks Quest For Texas Best. This year’s grand prize will win $25,000 and an opportunity to pitch their product to H-E-B’s top leaders. Last year’s winner, 3 Sons Foods, LLC, won the grand prize for Diablo Verde, a creamy cilantro sauce without the preservatives. H-E-B leaders will have community meetings in the Houston area later this month and up until April 1.

CLICK2WIN: Scramble for boots giveaway

Houston Life is proud to partner with Justin Boots again this year for our Scramble for Boots contest. Three lucky Houston Life viewers will each win a certificate good for one pair of non-exotic bent rail collection Justin Boots with a retail value up to $300. The Scramble for Boots contest begins at 3:00 p.m. on February 28, 2020. Round Two (one winner to be selected): Enter March 9, 2020 at 12:00 a.m. through March 15, 2020 at 11:59 p.m. KPRC 2 and Justin Boots are proud sponsors of the Calf Scramble at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo.

Everything you need to know about the 2020 Hot Wheels Legends Tour coming to Houston

HOUSTON – Houston has been chosen as one of the 18 nation-wide stops for the 2020 Hot Wheels Legends Tour. According to a news release, the Hot Wheels Legends Tour is the world’s largest traveling car show where people can see all kinds of custom cars. According to the Houston event page, there will be a fleet of Hot Wheels-esque custom cars, photo ops, a die-cast vending truck, a Hot Wheels kid zone and more. You can read the contest rules and judging criteria on the Hot Wheels website. When is the Houston stop?

If you’re a Houston couple that’s in a serious relationship and active on social media, you could win an all-expense-paid trip to Europe

HOUSTON – If you’re in a serious relationship and active on social media, you and your partner have the chance to win a free European getaway. Robbins Brothers is searching for “a pair of travel-loving, photo-taking, highlight-documenting love birds” to send to Europe. If you win, all you have to do is document your trip on social media. To qualify, couples must be in a serious relationship, active on social media and be willing to contribute content about their experiences. Qualifying couples can sign up at Robbins Brothers on Saturday, Feb. 8 from 8 – 10 a.m. in Houston.