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Human Bone Found on University of Michigan Marching Band’s Rehearsal Field
It's not uncommon to see "bones" on a marching band field. But those are typically Trombones. Earlier this week, though, the University of Michigan marching Band found an extra Bone on their field, and this one wasn't a musical instrument. At the moment, there is a pretty significant construction project...
Officials Warn Drivers To Avoid MI Gas Stations During Heatwave
Many Michigan residents have been looking forward to the warmer summer temperatures in Michigan and they are finally here. And that means being outside more and heading out for summertime road trips. But officials are warning residents to steer clear of stopping at gas stations to refuel in Michigan for some very concerning reasons.
Michigan’s Legendary Pirate’s Park Has Sadly Been Torn Down
It’s always tough having to see a part of your childhood being torn down and raised in order to make room for something new. For me in Rochester Hills, it was seeing the closing of the Four Bears Waterpark in the early 2000s that was a true heartbreaker. I...
Have You Tried Michigan’s State Cookie?
Did you know Michigan even had a state cookie? I sure didn't, but based on what the cookie is, I'm not surprised it's officially recognized as the state cookie of Michigan. In fact, the cookie just celebrated its 20th anniversary of holding the honor. That's right, in June 2004, the...
Michigan Restaurant Named State’s Best Under-The-Radar Steakhouse
A quality steak can be hard to come by at many restaurants across the country. A lot of the big national chains will sell you a steak that is often smaller than advertised and likely not cooked properly to order. It's the risk you run, but it's tough to justify...
National Weather Service Says No Tornado on Sunday, So Why Did We Get The Alert?
Sunday, June 16th, a lot of people might have been woken up by an alert from their phones, or other smart devices. A Tornado warning was issued for parts of Kalamazoo County. A line of storms was marching through the area, and there were wind gusts up to near 80 mph reported.
Forget the Meijer Family, Where Did Harding’s Friendly Markets Come From?
And was he even a real person or is this another Betty Crocker situation here? Inquiring minds want to know!. And by inquiring minds I mean, me. Sure, we know all about the Meijer family; you can't escape that name in Michigan if you tried! Certainly not here in west Michigan of all places. According to Forbes the Meijer family is ranked 27th on their list of "45 families worth at least $10 billion." Another Michigan family, Stryker, is also on that list.
5 Crazy Free Things on Craigslist in Southwest Michigan
From Vicksburg to Paw Paw, there are some very unusual items currently on Free Craigslist that you should check out. 5 Crazy Free Things on Craigslist in Southwest Michigan. It needs paint and you must remove it yourself. Sounds fun. Check out this Craigslist post, see more photos and contact...
Three Michigan Gems You’ve Likely Never Been To Before
What's on your Pure Michigan bucket list this summer?. I know we're only just getting started but my summer is practically already booked!. This season I'm looking forward to a camping trip to Petoskey, driving scenic M-22 and M-119 in northern Michigan, and of course plenty of Mackinac Island fudge and Traverse City wine to wash it down.
This Is Michigan’s Deepest and Clearest Lake In The Entire State
One of the best things about living in Michigan is summer on the lake. Swimming, boating, and fishing are just a few of our water-loving activities in one of the thousands of beautiful lakes across the state. The clearest and deepest lake in the entire state will have you feeling like you're floating in an island paradise in Michigan.
5 Ways To Stay Cool In This Michigan Summer Heatwave
Summer is here in full effect! This warmer-than-usual weather has been making it hard to stay cool. The CDC shared that roughly 1,220 people across the country are killed by extreme heat every year. Make sure you are having a great time during the summer while staying vigilant about your...
Detroit Lions Player Lie To Their Uber Drivers, And their Covers are Hilarious
It's gotta be hard when your job is a professional athlete, and you're trying to just live a normal life in the community. Simple things like going to the grocery store, or going out to a bar become such a hassle, you almost have to hide your identity just to feel a little normal.
Michigan Is Home To The Second Largest Mural In America
Murals are created for several different reasons including remembering, highlighting, and showcasing someone, something, or an event that took place. Most of the time murals are made because that person, place, thing, or event is significant to the area where the mural stands. Just like anything else, no two murals...
Indiana Man Wanted by Police for Attempted Exorcism on Co-Worker
Local law enforcement is on the hunt for a Chick-fil-A employee after he broke into a co-worker's house to perform an exorcism. There have been many jokes about Chick-fil-A being a cult. And it's no secret that the company leans conservative Christian, as they close on Sundays and have contributed to anti-lgbtq+ causes. However, this Indiana employee has taken things to the next level and police want him behind bars according to Fox 59,
These Five Largest Ships on the Great Lakes are UNBELIEVABLY HUGE!
I've seen big boats before. I've been on touring ships, and seen oil tankers tied up off shore when we visit Florida and Texas, but those are SO far away, it's almost impossible to comprehend how big they really are. That's one thing that makes the Great Lakes pretty incredible,...
Did This Michigan College Make a Mistake With Recent Logo Change?
Soon, college football fans will have a new video game in their hands to enjoy the pageantry of college football all year long. As we prepare to choose the teams we'll take from the basements of Group of 5 conferences to the penthouses of the College Football Playoffs, for whatever reason, we choose them for superficial reasons.
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