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Arson Cause of Historic Bridge Fire in Michigan

Officials have determined arson to be the cause of a fire that destroyed one of Michigan’s oldest covered wooden bridges. The Ionia County sheriff’s office and the state police fire marshal made the announcement on Tuesday. Investigators found an accelerant …

Michigan Officials Say Covered Wooden Bridge Could Cost $850K to Rebuild

Officials say it could cost $850,000 or more to rebuild after a fire destroyed one of Michigan’s oldest covered wooden bridges. The Grand Rapids Press reports, however, there’s a slim chance that a replacement for the Whites Bridge would come …