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FBI Warns Michigan Parents: Beware of SWATTING and DOXING
When I was growing up in Michigan, we had our fair share of "Boogey Men" we were warned about. After-school specials would spin tales of young kids who made really bad decisions, like getting in a van with a stranger or letting a stranger in the house. My parents were...
After California Bans Red #3, Is Michigan’s Halloween Going To Be Without Skittles?
One of the greatest candies of all time and no doubt, one of the factors that has led to so many of my well-deserved cavities in my life is Skittles. These little bite-sized sugary morsels were the source of so much energy back when I worked in restaurants. While some people relied on nose candy to get them through the day, all I needed to do was taste the rainbow to get me through.
It’s Illegal For Businesses To Charge A Hidden Credit Card Fee In Michigan
As time goes on, more people are starting to make payments from their Debit, Visa or Mastercard a regular thing. But this can lead to issues when it comes to shopping at certain stores. Some Michigan businesses may implement a minimum to use your card, while others make it public that they charge a processing fee.
The First Electric Car Was A Model-D Made By Anderson In 1907
These days, old-school car people are up in arms about the idea that we may have to move away from fossil fuels and make a shift to electric vehicles. This concept isn't even new, as the first electric vehicle that was ever made wasn't a matter of years ago, but over 100. That's right, the first ever electric vehicle was made in Detroit by the Anderson Motor Company and was a Model-D.
See Why a Beautiful Wildflower in Michigan Grows in Just One Place
Michigan has so much natural beauty with amazing Great Lakes, crazy-tall sand-dunes, forests and more freshwater shoreline than anywhere else in the world, but there's a small, pretty flower struggling to survive. This flower is only found in one part of Michigan -- no other place around the world. A...
LEGENDARY MICHIGAN HAUNT: Re-visiting the Ada Witch
The Legend of the Ada Witch still spooks people to this day as she continues to roam and haunt the Findlay Cemetery. Sometime during the 1800’s, a woman was being unfaithful to her husband, meeting her lover at night while her husband slept. She would quietly sneak out of bed, creep out the door and keep her illicit rendezvous.
Which Michigan City Has the Lowest Cost of Living?
Everything is so stinkin' expensive these days. It's hard to find any relief from the rising costs of groceries, gasoline, entertainment, bills and housing. Almost makes me want to move off the grid. But that's not exactly a cheap endeavor either. One positive for Michiganders despite it all is that...
Worth $40 Million, Michigan is Home to the World’s Largest Log Cabin
There isn't a piece of real estate that's more uniquely Pure Michigan than this. Granot Loma is everything that "up north" Michigan is about. Listed as a National Historic site, its also the largest log cabin in the world. Built between 1919 and 1923 by financier Louis G. Kaufman, Granot...
The Best Men’s Formal Wear Businesses In Kalamazoo
As much as people would like to say that they don't judge anyone based on their appearance it's not the truth. Appearance is the first chance anyone has to gather any kind of information on someone as an individual. Whether people want to acknowledge it or not, they ask and/or answer a bunch of questions about someone in the first few minutes of looking at them.
Culver’s Celebrates 100 Years of Olive Burgers in Michigan
There's a lot of beef between Michigan and Wisconsin. No, I'm not talking about football rivalries or anything, I'm referencing the egregious incident where Wisconsin tried to steal our thunder and claim the state is also shaped like a hand-- which it's NOT. That all being said, it's nice to...
Western Michigan University Professor Gives Important Advice For New Students
Vickie Edwards, an assistant professor at WMU did not hold back recently when it came to sending an open message to the new students entering Western Michigan University in Kalamazoo, as she encouraged them to get the most out of their college years, especially after the last 4 years we've had in this country.
The Loneliest Place In North America Is In Michigan
It’s 24 miles from the nearest land, and the only reason it is there is because of a shallow reef in the midst of Lake Superior. The lone building is called the Stannard Rock Lighthouse and had the nickname “The Loneliest Place in the World”. The “crib”...
Grand Rapids Owners of Tempo Vino Winery In Downtown Kalamazoo Announce Closure
Really unfortunate news to share, as apparently Tempo Vino Winery at 260 E. Michigan Ave. in Downtown Kalamazoo has announced they will most likely be closing by the end of the year, according to a press release sent out. Tempo Vino has been a staple part of our annual Kalamazoo...
Michigan’s Biggest Earthquake Happened in Coldwater
Did you know that the 2 strongest earthquakes in Michigan history happened right here in Southwest Michigan?. Morocco, a country in Northern Africa, experienced a devastating 6.8-magnitude earthquake last week. Nearly 3,000 people are reported dead. Our thoughts go out to everyone following this devastation. Thankfully, Michigan has never experienced an earthquake nearly that strong. However, the Mitten State has been hit with a couple of doozies in recent history. Below are the 6 earthquakes that registered a 3 or higher on the Richter scale. You may be surprised to learn that 2 of these earthquakes happened as recently as 2015 and the two most intense Michigan quakes had epicenters in Southwest Michigan.
These Are The Best #PureMichigan Social Media Posts This Year
For the time being, Michigan's slogan remains "Pure Michigan," despite rumors that the state is considering alternatives. It might have something to do with how residents have turned it into a way of saying your from Michigan... without actually saying you're from Michigan. As such, #PureMichigan has become some of...
Celebration Cinema is Apparently Abandoning Their Mobile App
The dominant Movie Theater chain in southwest Michigan just happens to be Celebration Cinema, and until recently, it's been a great experience booking tickets for showings, and even reserving my refreshments before I even walk in the door. But now, in a largely digital environment, with nearly every person on...
Battle Creek Episode of Under The Radar Being Celebrated With Premiere Event
My first experience with Tom Daldin was when he was a drummer for a band called Free Beer, and my first band was booked to play along side them in Ferndale at the New Way. We were booked with them for quite a few shows and got to know the guys pretty well. Fast forward a few years later and I’m watching a show called under the radar and here is Tom traveling the state highlighting all the unique places it has to offer.
Battle Creek Residents ‘Buzzing’ Over New Urban Livestock Ordinance
As prices of groceries, and basic needs goes up, the want (and need) to grow, and produce items at home has increased. Many people have put in herb and vegetable gardens in their window sills and backyards, and some people have even begun to raise small animals at home. But...
This is the Most Overrated ‘Must See’ Michigan Destination
When you move to a new place, obviously people are going to list off a ton of places "you have to go see." Most of the ones for me were local restaurants and bars, trips to South Haven and Benton Harbor to see Lake Michigan, area concert venues, and a NUMBER of places "Up North" to vacation.
Food Experts Say This Is Who Makes The Best Chicken Wings In Michigan
When it comes to delicious chicken wings, Michigan has no shortage of options. From classic flavors to unique twists, there are plenty of restaurants in the state that serve up mouthwatering wings. One Michigan restaurant, in particular, has gained a reputation for serving the best chicken wings in the entire...
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