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Young Woman In Kalamazoo Out Of Surgery After Hit & Run On Her Bike
A young lady is in serious condition after being hit by a van while riding her bike in Kalamazoo and the family is now looking for anybody who can positively identify the vehicle that struck her and left her in the road with her injuries. The woman’s future mother in...
OOPS! Michigan’s Paper Straws May Be Worse For Earth Than Plastic
This is news that really won't disappoint anyone other than those who enjoy sipping beverages from cardboard but, it turns out those paper straws that were supposed to be better for the environment are actually worse than the original plastic. According to Newsweek, there was an estimated 500 million plastic straws being used every single day in the U.S. alone.
Surprise! This Michigan City is One of the Rudest in America
No one is more rude than someone in a hurry and no one is in more of a hurry than someone who lives in a massive city in the United States. Okay, some of that is conjecture, but there shouldn't be much surprise when it comes to the top of a list from Insider detailing the 50 rudest cities in America. The state of Michigan appears on the list just once. But before you rub that in Ohio's face (which showed up three times by the way), Michigan's biggest city came in higher than any other Midwest city on the list except Chicago.
Nine Michigan-Born NASCAR Drivers With Notable Wins
NASCAR may be a bit more popular in the South, but that doesn't mean Michigan doesn't have some claim to fame in the sport. After all, the Mitten State is home to the Motor City. Numerous automotive inventions were born here, including, well, the automotive itself. On top of that,...
WMU Legend Retiring From NFL at 28
A former Western Michigan Bronco legend is retiring at just 28 years old. New York Jets wide receiver Corey Davis announced Wednesday afternoon that he is retiring from the NFL for personal reasons. Davis set seemingly unsurpassable records at Western Michigan from 2013 to 2016 catching 332 passes for 5,285...
Plainwell Residents Honor Former Community of “Cookieville” With New Signage
I promise you I was born and raised in West Michigan, but even in my 30+ years of living here I swear I learn something new every day! And quite often it's been hiding in plain sight all along. That was recently the case when I was driving through downtown...
Major Pharmacy Chain Closing Stores Across the U.S., But What About Michigan?
In this post-Covid world it's something we hear of all too often, but that still doesn't make news of major layoffs and business closings any easier to handle. Sadly, the effects of the pandemic have hit small mom and pop businesses the hardest; just in the last 2 years we've lost local establishments like Food Dance in Kalamazoo, Rock n' Roll Donuts in Battle Creek, Brewster's in Portage, and even Amish Oak Treasures in Otsego-- just to name a few!
Michigan DNR Warns Of Two New Invasive Species
The threats against Michigan’s native ecosystem continue to grow, with the Michigan Department of Natural Resources announcing two new invasive species that have been added to the watch list. The Water-primrose has invaded Michigan’s waterways, and the Mountain pine beetle is steadily creeping toward the Great Lakes State.
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Kalamazoo Needs A Billiards Pool Hall
I swear I was born in the wrong generation because I'm just into the old-school lifestyle. Roller skating, R&B music, 90's colorways, and cartoons, you name it and I'm most likely into it. Speaking of old-school lifestyle playing billiards pool is something I've been doing since I was 5 years old at the Boys and Girls Club.
Do Michiganders Call it a Hoagie, Grinder, Submarine, or Hero Sandwich?
Colloquialism. That's just a fancy word for saying that people have different ways of talking based on the region they're from. Or, an even simpler term... slang. For example, what do you call that sweet, carbonated beverage served cold from the fountain, or bottle or can?. Michigan Slang Terms. If...
Can You Help This Blind Dog in Kalamazoo Find a New Home?
Today, we met a very special dog named Fiona. Fiona is a senior dog (about 11-12 years old) and looks to be some kind of Spaniel. She's a little overweight but, is incredibly nice. One thing to know, she's also blind. I'm not sure what her full backstory is but,...
Stylish and Practical: Dow Designed Home in Mid-Michigan is a MCM Dream Come True
Where do the outdoors end and this home's interior begin?. This beautifully crafted, Alden B. Dow designed home is tucked away on nearly 2 wooded acres in the heart of Midland, MI. Located minutes away from downtown shopping and restaurants the home's Zillow listing states,. This exceptional home is not...
Wait, How Did Bad Axe, Michigan REALLY Get Its Name?
Having grown up visiting family on the east side of the state in the region we Michiganders so lovingly refer to as "The Thumb", I frequently passed through the town of Bad Axe, Michigan without giving it a second thought. Sure, the name is a little out of the ordinary...
Detroit Named the Worst City for Cats
The home of the Lions and the Tigers, Detroit is apparently the worst city in the country for cats and their owners. Those big cat franchises usually bring themselves and their fans nothing but misery anyway, so maybe it checks out. Lawnstarter compiled a list of the 200 biggest cities...
Kalamazoo Residents Share Their Favorite Memories of Ribfest
This weekend will be the 35th annual Kalamazoo Ribfest in its entire history. They have been some incredible bands that have graced the stage at Arcadia Creek, festival place bands like Great White, Everclear, Styx, motley, Crue, survivor, and so many more have rocked out to end the festival in years past.
Warning: Deadly Brain-Eating Amoeba May Be Lurking In Michigan Lakes
Just when you thought things couldn’t get worse, a new threat may be lurking in Michigan’s freshwater lakes and streams. In fact, public health officials say the “brain-eating amoeba” may be found in any warm freshwater pond, lake, river or stream within the United States. The...
10 Motion Pictures from 2000s-2010s That Were Filmed in Michigan
Have you ever been casually watching a movie when you suddenly spot a street corner or building that looks familiar? You're not crazy. There's a long list of movies that have been filmed around the state of Michigan. From comedies to films full of action, here are at least 10...
What Ever Happened To The Kalamazoo Toughman Competition?
Combat sports are a big deal these days, and Michigan certainly has a history with some of the greats. In MMA you have names like Jeremy "Bad Combination" Henry, Devin Brown, Christos "The Mad Greek" Piiafas, Marcus "The Mauler" Maulding, and "Pretty Boy" Troy Lamson. For boxing, dozens of greats that include James Toney, Chris Byrd, Tony Tucker, George "The Saginaw Kid" Lavigne, Roger Mayweather, and his nephew, the undefeated, and Grand Rapids' own Floyd "Money" Mayweather Jr.
Kalamazoo’s Downtown Construction is a Nightmare For Residents and Businesses
I don't know how often most of us drive through downtown Kalamazoo, but right now, it's a nightmare. At the time of writing this, Michigan Avenue is being resurfaced and paved, which typically is fine. But there's a problem... THEY DID IT ALL AT ONCE!!!! All of it. The entirety...
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