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What’s the Real Reason WMU’s Mascot is a Bronco?
Western Michigan wasn't always the Broncos. When and why did they change their mascot?. WMU has an incredibly long and rich history. The university was established in May 1903. The university did not use the Broncos as its moniker in the first nearly four decades of its existence. They were the Hilltoppers until they became the Broncos in 1939 according to CollegeFootballHistory.com,
Three Rivers 2nd Annual Pride Event Promises Weekend of Fun
Three Rivers will wrap up Pride month with a weekend packed full of family fun. With less than 8,000 residents, Three Rivers is one of the smallest Michigan towns to host a Pride event in 2024. Last year Three Rivers had their first ever Pride event pulling in an estimated 3,000 people. This year could be larger with the event's busy schedule. The founder of Three Rivers Pride Andrew George had this to say about the event,
Michigan Chocolate Shop Named Among Best in the Country
There's something about the summertime that makes desserts just a little bit sweeter. Maybe it's a deserved treat after weathering some brutal heat all day. Regardless, there are plenty of desserts to choose from and everyone's sweet tooth is satisfied a bit differently. But for my money, nothing is better than chocolate.
Michigan’s Latest Tickets Won’t Even Require Police to be Present
It just seems like there are more and more ways to get yourself in trouble on the road. Before, you could keep an eye out for the cops hiding on the side of the road, or even turn on your radar detector to catch them, trying to catch you. But...
Restaurants in This Michigan City to Pilot Reusable Takeout Containers
Takeout containers are all over the world as they often are not disposed of correctly, causing harm to our environment in multiple ways. The plastic and styrofoam containers are harming animals, being burned and releasing emissions into the air, or simply just lying around, making them a large contributor to harming the Earth.
More Storms Set To Roll Through Michigan After Heat Wave
The last two weeks have been some of the hottest weeks in recent history as many of those days saw the heat index get over 100 degrees. The heat wave that came through the Mitten state was well-needed after having a cold winter but it was too hot and almost miserable to be outside. The warm weather was nice to have after the storms and tornados we have experienced recently, but now more storms are on the way.
The Best and Worst Run Cities in Michigan
An annual study was released that showed a couple of Michigan cities ranking among the worst-run cities in America. A couple of Michigan cities did very well in this recent study while a couple of Michigan cities failed miserably. It's simple. What cities are properly serving its residents according to Cassandra Happ, a WalletHub analyst,
Southwest Michigan Seafood Restaurant Closes Abruptly, Cites High Operating Costs
Inflation and high operating costs caused another Michigan restaurant to close its doors for good, this time a local business in Southwest Michigan. Fisher Lake Inn, a seafood restaurant in Park Township near Three Rivers, announced Saturday on their Facebook page they would be closing for good. “Fisher Lake Inn...
Michigan’s Electric Forest Festival Looks Insane From the Air
The Electric Forest Festival was this weekend, just outside of Rothbury, Michigan, and aside from a late-night evacuation due to a line of storms, everything went off without a hitch. It's easy to identify the crowd as they roll into west Michigan with their body paint, bright colors, and general...
Roadside Attraction Celebrates Indiana’s Most Famous Resident, Garfield
You may be wondering, "Why?" And honestly, that's a fair question! Turns out there's actually a logical reason for this unique "art tour" across Indiana's Grant County. Here it is:. Jim Davis is from there!. The creator of Garfield, everyone's favorite Monday-hating, lasagna-loving cat, was born in Marion, Indiana and...
“It’s Like That!” Kalamazoo Decathlete Headed to 2024 Olympics in Paris
The peak of most athletic events is to represent your country in the Olympics. Basically, you're SO good at what you do, that your home country is like, "Hey, you're so good, we wanna show literally every other human on the planet how good you are at this thing." In...
Michigan Man Goes Viral Busting Illegal Trash Dumper
A fed-up Michigan man went viral hilariously busting illegal trash dumpers. Andy Didorosi is a Detroit resident who goes by @thatdetroitandy on TikTok where he has over 617 thousand followers. Back in February Andy started a TikTok series called "Garbage Wars." He did this because people were dumping garbage on city-owned land across the street from his business. This playlist currently consists of 16 videos showing people dumping everything from household trash to stolen cars and toxic waste. These videos have been watched millions of times.
Watch Michigan Youtuber Take 500mg of Edibles, Then Play 18 Holes of Golf
First thing's first, we do not condone the activities or actions of the people within this story, or the video that accompanies it. We understand that cannabis is only to be consumed by adults, responsibly, and the actions of "Road Trip Rolls" are not considered safe, or acceptable. That being...
Michigan, Ohio and Illinois are Among Most Selfie-Obsessed States
A recent study dropped exposing the most selfie-obsessed states in America. You might find the top 2 spots hilarious. It's important to note that this is far from a scientific study. SpinBet recently crunched the numbers on how often each state mentioned the word selfie online. With that in mind, selfie-obsessed include people who take too many selfies and the people complaining about them. I expected California to be number 1 and New York to be number 2. However, Florida and Texas had other plans. I think the real news here is Illinois, Ohio, and Michigan. Below you'll find the 10 most selfie-obsessed states in America along with the number of times the word selfie was mentioned online.
This Nightmare With Legs, Called The Toe Biter, Is Invading Michigan Waters
It’s common knowledge that many people are not a fan of bugs. I myself nearly broke my hand when I freaked out when a giant moth touched my arm earlier this morning. But many people are creeped out by bugs and it’s a pretty common fear. Then there are the bugs out there that are so big and nasty that literally everybody is afraid of them and one such bug is the giant water bug.
Michigan Has A New Fine Dining Experience You HAVE To Partake IN
New businesses coming to the Kalamazoo area are always a good thing as this community has shown since the pandemic arrived that supporting local businesses is more important now than ever before. It’s always good to celebrate when a business comes to town which is exciting to hear about something...
Ohio’s Best Kept Secret Is An Adorable Village Hidden In The Woods
During my travels on the east side of the country, I visited just about every kind of town you can think of. I was able to visit the big city when going to Washington DC and Philadelphia. On the other side of the spectrum I was able to visit some...
Located Along Michigan’s US-31 This Roadside Memorial Is More Than A Star
The next time you're headed Up North keep an eye out for this remarkable group of trees. Technically it's Star Hill 2, but "Star Hill" as its referred to is located along US-31 near Silver Lake and is often used as a landmark for thrill seekers heading to the nearby Silver Lake Dunes. However, this notable collection of trees is actually a touching tribute.
Michigan Dealership First In US To Sell E-Bikes
Going to the dealership and buying a car fresh off the lot is something that few people have experienced but most of us have dreamt of it. Thinking about what it would feel like to sign that bottom line, receive those keys, and drive off the lot in your dream car, is a feeling we can all imagine. Each dealership has something different about it that draws customers in, this dealership is trying something new.
The Biggest and Best Firework Displays in Michigan
The summer season is officially here in Michigan and soon it will be July 4, Independence Day. As we celebrate the birth of the United States, there will be fireworks big and small lit throughout the state. Most communities will have their own displays that will be great family fun in their own right.
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