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Woman’s Stepmother, Brother Demand She Sign Away Inheritance Worth Millions
A woman on Reddit has detailed an experience where her stepmother and brother demand that she sign away her large inheritance. "'Family' members: Father M60, step-mom/dad’s wife of 1 year (6 months after the Jackpot) F55, her 2 adult daughters (mid-30s) and my brother m25. Brother grew up with dad, I grew up with our (bpd, as in borderline personality disorder) mother. My parents split when I was 3 so I have no memory of that time or prior. We’re all working class. Dad and I had started building a relationship in the past 4 years or so, talking at least every other week and meeting up sometimes," the woman begins her post.
Caledonia Man Allegedly Traded Teens Alcohol for Sex
UPDATE (7/19/24): The man has been identified as 42-year-old Scott Elam of Caledonia. He was arraigned in Kent County's 63rd District Court on July 18 when the judge set a $500,000 bond stating that he believed Elam was a flight risk. ORIGINAL STORY: The Kent County Sheriff's Department announced Thursday,...
Do You Live In One Of Michigan’s Most Boring Cities?
If you live in Genesee County, Saginaw County, or Oakland County, you might live in one of Michigan's most boring cities. The following counties are also home to some of Michigan's sleepiest cities,. Calhoun County. Washtenaw County. St. Clair County. Wayne County. Lenawee County. Road Snacks used Census data, population...
Two Michigan Cities Have the Lowest Quality of Life in the U.S.
It's always pretty cool to see your city or state at the top of a list that praises where you live. It's not so cool when that list refers to your city as being the worst place to live. The last thing you want to hear is that your city...
People Think This Controversial Politician Looks Just Like Jack Nicholson
Matt Gaetz is drawing comparisons to legendary actor Jack Nicholson. Gaetz appeared at the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee on July 17, where he shared that he would be supporting former President Donald Trump, who is the Republican nominee for president, while also criticizing current President Joe Biden. During his...
Jolly Pumpkin Permanently Closes in Grand Rapids, New Restaurant Set to Move In
Sad news for fans of Jolly Pumpkin on Bridge St. in Grand Rapids - but there is a silver lining!. Jolly Pumpkin Artisan Ales, which is the first all wild, oak-aged brewery in the United States, was founded in Dexter, Michigan in 2004. Five years later, Jolly Pumpkin opened in Traverse City. Since then, multiple locations have opened throughout the state - but Jolly Pumpkin Grand Rapids is no longer.
Did You Know? This Poisonous Bird Calls Michigan Home
I love living in Michigan, we have lakes, great people, and amazing food. Another thing I love about the state? It's safe from ultra-dangerous critters, there's no fear of sharks, poisonous dart frogs, or alligators. So, when Bio Explorer released a list of the top 10 most poisonous birds, I...
Why Tiger Woods Is Heading To Michigan…to Watch Golf
Next week, the legendary Tiger Woods will be making a special trip to Michigan, but this time, it's not to showcase his own incredible golf skills. Instead, he'll be there to support his rising star son, Charlie Woods, as he competes in the prestigious 2024 U.S. Junior Amateur at the iconic Oakland Hills Country Club in Bloomfield Hills.
Money Tight? No State’s Worse For That Than Michigan
If you're in Michigan and struggling to make ends meet, know that you're not alone. A new study finds that Michigan leads the nation with the greatest percentage of people in financial distress. The personal finance website WalletHub recently dug into the data to determine the "States with the Most...
Michiganders on Reddit Offer Their Two Cents on Lansing
Reddit is an online forum consisting of tens of thousands of subreddits where like-minded people can gather to discuss, share, and ask questions. And it's on the Lansing subreddit where we recently learned how Michiganders really feel about Lansing. User Bigsauce710 took to r/Lansing to pose a question to Lansing...
This Dish Was Just Named Michigan’s Strangest
Anyone else enjoy some good old stadium food? There's something about heading to a Detroit Red Wings, Tigers, even Lions game and grabbing some delicious concession stand food. It's just something you have to prepare yourself to do when you head to the stadiums. This Dish Was Just Named Michigan's...
The Only Town Located in the Michigan Thumb’s Lower Knuckle: Marysville
Here's a little town I found accidentally: Marysville, located in the county of St. Clair, on the shores of the St. Clair River, at the bottom knuckle of Michigan's Thumb. It's the only town in that lower knuckle...sure, others are close, like Smiths Creek and Kimball, but Marysville has 'em beat.
Was There a Place Called ‘Purgatory’ in Michigan? Oh, Yeah…
Did Michigan ever have a town or village named Purgatory? It makes for good bedtime stories, but...well...there is an area that was given that name. And who do you think would be in the middle of naming a place 'Purgatory'? Yeah, that's right …..Al Capone. Oohhh, I just heard a collective groan from readers - “not another ridiculous Al Capone location”...”Al Capone: sure it is”.....”I'm not gonna reads this claptrap”.....
Dream Hunting Property With Log Cabin For Sale In Newaygo
A gorgeous log cabin is sitting on just over 422 acres in Newaygo. This is a hunter and fisherman's paradise and could be yours because it's for sale. I do not know an outdoorsman who doesn't dream of having a hunting cabin on hundreds of acres with places to fish.
President Joe Biden Tests Positive for COVID-19
This is a developing story. President Joe Biden tested positive for COVID-19, the White House announced in a press release on Wednesday. Biden experienced respiratory symptoms that included a runny nose, a cough and fatigue, according to the statement. He was tested in Las Vegas following his first scheduled event for the day.
Lock ‘Em Up, Michigan! Thieves Love Stealing These 10 Cars
Let's face it: We live in Michigan, which is full of adults who grew up playing Grand Theft Auto, which gamified the act of stealing cars. Don't get me wrong; I've put my fair share of hours into GTA and honestly had a ton of fun committing fake crimes. However, it wasn't until after I began lifting cars in the digital world that the thought crept into the real world.
Hot Dog! Grand Rapids Free Dog Swim Event Returns Next Month
Sometimes we all need a pool day - even our dogs! For the 7th year, the City of Grand Rapids is hosting a free dog swim event at a local pool. The City of Grand Rapids will be wrapping up the 2024 season with Wag 'n' Wade August 18th, starting at noon.
2024 Emmy Nominations Announced: See the Full List
If it feels like we just did the whole Emmy Awards things, that’s because last year’s annual ceremony was delayed from the fall to the winter because of the multiple Hollywood strikes of 2023. With those thankfully behind us, the awards are returning to their more traditional position — with the full list of nominations for 2024 just announced.
20 Copycat Snacks Being Investigated by Feds for Containing THC
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration and Federal Trade Commission are cracking down on companies that are creating copycat versions of popular snacks and infusing them with delta-8 THC. In a joint press release, the two organizations said it has issued warning letters to five different companies across the U.S....
Laugh at These Moments That I’m sure Other Michigan Parents Can Relate To
If you need a laugh today, I've totally got you. Please, laugh with me and at me as I regale you with stories that really illustrate what you go through as a parent to a toddler. Hilariously Relatable Parent Stories. Just a little warning before we dive in here... if...
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