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ALERT: Hurricane Beryl’s Wrath Now Turns To Michigan And Ohio
Michigan and Ohio are fortunate to be far away from Hurricane Beryl which made landfall as a Category 1 hurricane in Texas bringing extreme rainfall, flooding, and 80 mph winds. While Michigan and Ohio dodged the brunt of the cyclone, the hurricane's wrath is now heading toward the Midwest. Hurricane...
Stealers Wheel’s Joe Egan Dead at 77
Joe Egan, the creative partner of Gerry Rafferty in Stealers Wheel, died aged 77 on July 6, it was announced. Egan co-wrote the band’s most popular song, “Stuck in the Middle With You,” which became a Top 10 hit in both the U.S. and the U.K. in 1973 – reaching No. 6 in the Billboard Hot 100 – before a resurgence as a result of its use in 1992 movie Reservoir Dogs.
Singapore Michigan: The Ghost Town That Literally Buried Itself in Sand
We've covered ghost towns before in Michigan, but for the most part, there are still some remnants of these cities that you can see, and walk through - Abandoned homes, city buildings, etc. But there's one former bustling port city on Lake Michigan that had the potential to be one...
The Beatles’ ‘Love’ Show Closes After 18-Year Run
Producers of the Beatles' Love stage show thanked fans for 18 years of success after the curtain came down for the final time in Las Vegas Sunday night. Originally conceived by George Harrison in 2000, the concept was developed in association with contemporary circus troupe Cirque du Soleil. It premiered at the Mirage in Las Vegas in 2006, with input from Paul McCartney, Ringo Starr, Olivia Harrison and Yoko Ono.
This Rare, Historic Home on Mackinac Island is for Sale
If you've been to Mackinac Island, you know what a trip it can be. If you've ever wanted to travel back in time to the Colonial era of the United States, this is where you need to be. It's a small community, with old-world appeal, and a charming, slow style of life.
Disgusting & Nasty Food Sold In Ohio That People Actually Eat
I think we can all agree that to some certain degree. We are a bit picky with the food that we like to eat. I myself can eat just about anything and can say that I’m not too picky of an eater. That being said there are some things...
This Is Where To Get The Best Chicago-Style Hot Dog In Michigan
One of the most beloved foods in America, that truly captures what it means to be American is the hot dog. Here in Michigan, the Coney dog has been called Michigan’s hotdog. There’s something inherently unique about the beanless chili sauce, mustard, onions, and personally, the shredded cheese, that makes the hotdog iconic in our state.
Michigan Inspired These 6 Sippable Summer Cocktails
Tis the season of backyard BBQs and splashing around at Lake Michigan. With all that fun in the sun, it's important to stay hydrated. After recently making a trip "Up North" visiting bucket list Michigan destinations like Torch Lake, the Tunnel of Trees, and Short's Brewing in Bellaire, I'm inspired now more than ever to celebrate my home state in all that I do-- and that includes when I imbibe.
New Korean Restaurant To Open In This Southwest Michigan City
K Pop, Manga, and Anime have continued to grow in the United States but Korean TV dramas and movies have garnered interest as well. As America continues to serve as a melting pot of the world, cultures will continue to grow in presence and desire, which is part of what makes America a great country. One of the most important parts of all cultures is cuisine and food is often one of the first things someone uses to share their culture with others.
Tom Fowler, Frank Zappa and Ray Charles Bassist, Dead at 73
Tom Fowler, the bassist best known for playing with Frank Zappa and the Mothers of Invention as well as Ray Charles, died this week at the age of 73. Engineer and producer Dennis Moody confirmed the loss in a Facebook post, noting that Fowler died on July 2 from complications of an aneurysm he suffered the previous week. Moody praised Fowler as "one of the most creative, intelligent and wackiest people I've ever met. Tom played bass on a half-dozen Frank Zappa albums, and as well of the last 10 years with Ray Charles. I met Tom and his brother Walt when I was 20 years old. He and I remained friends forever, touring the world and making lots of incredible music."
Michigan Street Home of First Paved Mile & 3-Color Traffic Light
For all of us, driving has been the same since we first started, well maybe there have been slight changes but nothing drastic like the early 1900s. We have had the traditional paved two-lane streets, multiple-lane highways, one-ways, 3-color traffic lights, and more the entire time to control the flow of traffic but this was not always the case.
Def Leppard and Journey Launch 2024 Tour: Set Lists and Video
Def Leppard and Journey kicked off their co-headlining North American tour on Saturday at St. Louis' Busch Stadium, with support from Cheap Trick. You can see all three set lists and video from the show below. The lion's share of Def Leppard's set came from their two biggest albums, Pyromania...
Minor League Baseball Fans in Ohio Can Watch the Game on a Toilet
An Eastlake, Ohio baseball team has just come up with the strangest promotion ever. Will this work or will ticket sales circle the drain?. I'm not sure if it was the promotion team of Lake County Captains or Roto-Rooter that plunged into this idea. Whoever thought this up, no doubt cracked themselves up and thought they were on a roll. The team that put this together needs to wipe the grin off of their faces. Who is going to pay for a ticket to sit on a toilet and watch a minor-league baseball game? Their big idea is called Roto-Rooter Toilet Row at Classic Auto Group Park in Eastlake, Ohio according to a press release from the MILB,
Steve Perry Imposter Steals $122,000 From 75-Year-Old Journey Fan
A 75-year-old Journey fan in Cleveland, Ohio was reportedly scammed out of $122,000 by an online imposter posing as Steve Perry. According to WKYC, in January the woman responded to a Facebook message from someone claiming to be the band's former lead singer. According to Westlake police, "The fake Mr. Perry had a business opportunity and of course 'needed a woman in his life.'"
Meet 20 Other Cast Members From the Beatles’ ‘A Hard Day’s Night’
July 6 holds an extra special place in Beatles history. For starters, it was on that date in 1956 that a 16-year-old John Lennon met a 15-year-old Paul McCartney in a church auditorium in Liverpool, where Lennon was performing as a member of his school skiffle band, the Quarrymen. Had the two never crossed paths on that day, it's impossible to say what may have become of the Beatles, if anything at all.
Watch Rolling Stones’ Tour Premiere of ‘Beggars Banquet’ Classic
The Rolling Stones delivered another tour premiere in Vancouver, Canada on Friday night as their Hackney Diamonds road trip reached its fifth-last stop. Mick Jagger and Co performed “Street Fighting Man” from the 1968 album Beggars Banquet. It was the winning choice from the regular fan vote, which also included “Doo Doo Doo Doo Doo (Heartbreaker),” “Out of Control” and “All Down the Line” as options.
Video: 2 Illinois Dogs Tied the Knot
On the South Side of Chicago, two dogs proved that it's more than puppy love as they got married on Saturday. About a year ago Comedian Gabriel Iglesias threw a $100,000 Quinceañera for his chihuahua. As a dog lover, I am no stranger to spoiling dogs. However, I think we can all agree that shelling out $100,000 for a dog party is too far. But hey, if you have the money, how you spend it is your business. Back in 2018 actress Sofia Vergara put together a huge birthday party for her son's dog. So, I guess this is a thing and anything is paws-ible.
Michigan Pizzeria Ranked Top 10 Best Slice Of Pizza In The Nation
While you can find plenty of chain restaurants serving pizza in Michigan, there's nothing like a pizzeria that can only be found in the Great Lakes State. Serving up the classic round or thin pizza and the often-imitated Detroit-style pizza, many locally-owned businesses are serving up our favorite pie. One pizza joint in Michigan was recently named the best place for a slice of pizza in America.
Bon Jovi’s New Album Sets Unwanted Chart Record
Bon Jovi's new album Forever certainly didn't live up to its name on the charts. As noted by Forbes, after debuting at No. 5 in its first week of release, the album fell all the way out of the Billboard 200 album sales chart the following week. Unless it returns in the future, Forever will be the first Bon Jovi studio album to only last one week in the Top 200.
Target Enforces New Rule For Shoppers At All MI And OH Locations
There are many reasons why Michigan and Ohio shoppers stop at their local Target store. Most Target locations are a convenient one-stop shop for clothing, personal items, and groceries. But soon Target will enforce a new rule that may inconvenience shoppers at all Michigan and Ohio locations. Target Enforces New...
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