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Building Brotherhood: SW Michigan Veteran Builds Custom Motorcycles for Wounded Warriors
There's a strong bike culture in the military community. Many have their own that they enjoy riding when they're home from deployment, and some find comradery with others to fill that void of brotherhood they felt while in the armed services. Sadly, though, some make sacrifices beyond their control -...
Is It Illegal to Flash Your High Beams in Michigan?
Flashing your brights at an oncoming driver is not just dangerous, it might be against the law. Let's shine some light on the Michigan law that many of us don't know exists. There are many different scenarios where this situation might come into play. Maybe an oncoming vehicle is approaching you with its high beams on, so you respond by flashing your high beams. Or, you could be flashing your high beams at an oncoming vehicle to alert them to an obstruction in the road or a speed trap ahead. Either way, this could get you in hot water with law enforcement.
This Michigan Driving Law Is Often Forgotten
Driving is one of those skills that once you learn how to do it you never really forget, like riding a bike. Of course, it may take you a little while to get back into the swing of things but you'll quickly be pushing those pedals like crazy, driving works in the same way but can have much more dire consequences. It's okay to forget small quirks like not driving in the left lane the entire time you're on the highway or not always using your blinker but forgetting laws is much more serious.
Down the Dome: Schoolcraft Sports Complex Will Deflate its Iconic Dome July 1st
Schoolcraft has been home to one of the most unique sports complexes in all of southwest Michigan for years. But soon, it's gonna get an upgrade, and in order to expand, the iconic, inflatable dome has to first be taken down. Like the iconic RCA Dome in Indianapolis, this larger-than-life...
2 Ohio Hospitals Continue To Earn ‘D’ Grade for Patient Safety
Find out what 2 hospitals in Ohio continue to have an issue with patient safety. Out of 177 hospitals in Ohio, only 2 earned the dreaded 'D' grade for patient safety according to HospitalSafetyGrade.org. There is both good news and bad news with this information. Let's get the bad news out of the way.
Drug More Deadly Than Fentanyl Has Been Found In Michigan, And Could Be Growing
The opioid crisis in North America is at an all-time high, and one of the worst drugs being abused is fentanyl. In 2020, more than 1,900 people died in Michigan of synthetic overdoses that included fentanyl, which accounts for more than 70% of overdose deaths in the state. But as...
This Is The Best Eatery For Comfort Food In Michigan
Everybody has their own idea of what comfort food is, personally I like chili, soul food, and breakfast sandwiches but other people like soup or pasta. Everyone thinks of different memories or places of the world when they want comfort which brings about the different options for comfort food as each state and country have different eating habits.
If You’re Retiring In Michigan, Don’t Consider ANY Other City But This
Although many people who are lifelong, Michiganders will end up retiring in a warmer state like Florida, many people continue to call Michigan home, even after they retire from work. It’s no surprise considering how many beautiful lakefront properties there are in Michigan for people to retire in. But...
This Michigan Ice Cream Parlor Has A Challenge That’s IMPOSSIBLE
Now that we are finally into summer in Michigan, many frozen yogurt, frozen, custard, and ice cream shops will be seeing the busiest time of the year as people look for yummy ice cream cones to treat themselves during the hot season. There are so many great places and locally...
Michigan’s Least-Populated Island Only Has 35 Residents
Sometimes it sounds like a great idea to pack everything up and move to one of the islands in the Great Lakes and live off the grid. Unfortunately, it's not that simple. However, there are islands in the Great Lakes within the Michigan border you could feasibly call home if you can land some property. In total, Michigan has 420 named islands out of the estimated 35,000 in the Great Lakes.
Michigan BEWARE: Tesla Recalls All Cybertrucks AGAIN!
Last year, Elon Musk and Tesla entered their electric vehicle model into the truck game. For years Tesla had been servicing the sedan and SUV markets with electric vehicles that were known to have long battery life while also reducing the carbon footprint of the drivers. This would grab the attention of many as we are trying to go green and save our world.
5 Myths About The Great Lakes Only Non-Michigan Residents Believe
In addition to local municipalities Michigan state parks use a color-coded flag warning system to advise potential swimmers of current water conditions.The system is meant to keep swimmers safe. Learn their colors, and in some cases, their consequences. 3 Michigan Gems You've Likely Never Been To Before. From historic to...
Why Was There a Tree on the Beam That Connected the Gordie Howe Bridge?
The Gordie Howe Bridge, just north of downtown Detroit has now been connected to Canada, officially. It's been an undertaking years in the making, and still won't open to travel until sometime next year. It's a huge feat, and was met with applause from workers on either side of the...
Popular Retailer With 46 Michigan Stores Contemplates Closures
Once again, another business is on the chopping block as it has been an almost nonstop fallout from the effects of the shutdown due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Many businesses were forced to shutter their doors after not receiving the same profits they had in the previous years as everyone was restricted to shopping online as they couldn't interact with one another. We have seen large department stores, mom-and-pop shops, and everything in between fall prey to the circumstances.
5 Best Companies to Work For in Kalamazoo
Looking for a career change? Here's a list of the best companies in Kalamazoo to work for and why. On average American adults change their careers 2-3 times in their lifetime. Making a big change isn't easy. One tool that may be helpful in a big life decision like a career change is a list of the best companies to work for in the area you live or want to live. Luckily, Zippia.com finds the best companies to work for in Kalamazoo every year,
RECALL: Michiganders, Get Rid of This Ice Cream in Your Freezer Right Now
I've always been a champion of the foods that don't try to kill me. And up until recently, ice cream has been my constant, my rock, and one of the most reliable foods in my fridge and freezer. Something that CAN'T be said about vegetables on a regular basis. However,...
Michigan & Ohio About To Have Dozens of 7-Eleven Locations Open & Close
The most famous convenience store in the world is facing tough financial times and unfortunately will be closing hundreds of locations in 2024. I’m talking about the infamous 7-Eleven. A total of 30 retailers will be closing 3200 locations in 2024 according to a recent survey done by CBS...
Amazon Making Massive Change To Packages Delivered In Michigan & Ohio
Amazon has come a long way since its humble beginnings to being, becoming one of the largest companies in the entire world, and a service that pretty much everybody uses. Although it may subsequently be responsible for the closing of many stores, the convenience of being able to order anything at the drop of a dime and getting it within 24 to 48 hours is all unheard of by any other company and something we never would’ve thought possible back in the 90s.
The Origins of The Barcode Design Belong To Ohio
Everywhere we go, we see barcodes as they have been incorporated into every part of our lives. From the things we buy at the store, membership cards, and other products to the packages that we find on our doorsteps, they all have barcodes. For as long as we can all remember, the barcode was a series of lines and numbers inside of a box that represented the product.
See Inside Derek Jeter’s Childhood Kalamazoo Home
Derek Jeter's childhood home in Kalamazoo recently went on the market for $300k and it doesn't look like it will stay on the market for long. The home, located at 2415 Cumberland St, was built in 1966. The 2,100 sqft house sits on a 9,583 sqft lot with five bedrooms and three bathrooms. It hit the market on June 21, 2024, and the Zillow listing already has a pending tag just four days later.
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