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Michigan Man Didn’t Remove Cap During National Anthem At Tigers Game & All Hell Broke Loose
Recently at a Detroit Tigers game, a man who went to enjoy the game was harrassed for doing something he insists was unintentional, and it has the internet in an uproar, if you'll mind the pun. The interaction took place almost right away after entering Comerica Park over the weekend....
The Plague Has Been Reported In The U.S., So Will Michigan & Ohio Be Infected?
Some bad news straight out of the Black Death era has appeared, as CNN has reported that a resident in Colorado has contracted the Plague. Although in a 5 year span from 2010 to 2015, only 3200+ cases were reported worldwide, it's still crucial that if you experience symptoms you get checked, as they break down exactly what the disease is:
Caution: This Tick Bite Can Give You a Meat Allergy
There is an aggressive Texas tick that has spread to Michigan that can give you a long-term meat allergy. The Lone Star Tick has been called the most aggressive of its kind by experts. A bite from the Lone Star Tick a.k.a. Amblyomma americanum, can be potentially deadly. The allergic reactions vary for each person. However, within 4-6 hours of a bit from this tick, most people start feeling very sick according to Dr. Rubin, MD in the video below.
Purple Cow Ice Cream Is Pure Michigan and ONLY Available at Meijer
One thing I've noticed after moving to Michigan are some of the unique brands of food and drink that you can ONLY find here, or at the very least, only in this region of the country. One of the most interesting to me was an ice cream company that only...
Win Tickets To See The Ultimate Kid Rock Tribute In Michigan
Returning to the stomping grounds where it all started for the real guy, Kid Kentucky and the American Badass Band return to Michigan, bringing the Kid Rock tunes to The Base Bar & Grill!. Sign up below, & The Rocker will call you if you're one of 5 winners who...
How Yes Set a Course for the ‘80s With ‘Drama’
When Yes released Drama in 1980, it took some fans by surprise. Vocalist Jon Anderson and keyboard legend Rick Wakeman were gone. In their place, Trevor Horn and Geoff Downes of the Buggles stepped in on vocals and keyboards respectively. As jarring as it might have been at the time,...
Sammy Hagar 2024 Tour Roundtable: Is This the Best of All Worlds?
Sammy Hagar kicked off his Best of All Worlds tour on Saturday with Joe Satriani, Michael Anthony, Jason Bonham and Rai Thistlethwayte in tow, focusing on his Van Halen tenure while sprinkling in a handful of other hits from his five-decade career. Van Halen fans have eagerly awaited this trek...
See The Last Images From Inside Joe Louis Arena in Detroit Before It Was Demolished
We all remember what "The Joe" was like when the Red Wings were playing, or when the Pistons were actually good... the environment was electric, and people literally stacked on top of each other to support their favorite Detroit Teams. Even attending concerts and other events at Joe Louis Arena could result in a special moment.
The Black Crowes Announce New Tour Dates
The Black Crowes have announced more tour dates for their Happiness Bastards Tour. The new shows - titled Happiness Bastards Tour (The Reprise) - follow a run of dates that concluded last month after starting in April, a month after the release of their latest album, Happiness Bastards. The upcoming...
Lee’s Famous Chicken Expanding To Another Michigan City
One of the most saturated businesses in America is the food industry. There are enough chain restaurants, luxury restaurants, and mom-and-pop establishments to make the world go around a thousand times over. Making a living in the restaurant industry is one of the toughest things someone can do but for the most part chain restaurants have an upper hand as people know what to expect.
Eagles Add Four More Shows to Las Vegas Sphere Residency
Due to overwhelming demand, Eagles have added four more dates to their upcoming residency at the Sphere in Las Vegas. The new dates are scheduled for Jan. 17, 18, 24 and 25 of 2025. Presales will begin July 23, followed by regular sales on July 26. Tickets will start at $175 and will reflect all-in pricing.
What Does a Purple Front Door Mean in Michigan?
I've seen quite a few purple front doors in Southwest Michigan. It turns out, there are a couple of meanings behind the purple front door. As a lifelong Prince fan, when I see a Purple door I think that the person in that house must be a big fan of the Purple Yoda just like me. Having a purple front door on your home has a long history that could be based on royalty or witchcraft. Not Prince the musician.
You’ve Likely Never Heard of Michigan’s Signature Sandwich
Just like the pasty this Michigan staple is also considered a Yooper delicacy. Apart from not knowing how to pronounce this food staple of the Upper Peninsula, I'm also not exactly sure what it even is! If you are also unfamiliar with this U.P. favorite, let's learn together. I recently...
Ohio’s Oldest Town Is Amongst America’s Most Difficult To Pronounce
Every state in the United States has those towns, streets, buildings, landmarks, and other significant things with weird names. Each region of the country speaks in a different way than the others but also each state may have different slang than the others. And it doesn't stop there, there are often different diction and rhetorics used in different cities inside each state.
When Van Halen Opening Act Saw Eddie Assault Sammy Hagar Onstage
Shinedown drummer Barry Kerch, whose band opened for Van Halen during their bad-tempered reunion tour with Sammy Hagar in 2004, recalled how the dream-come-true experience also had a downside. While Kerch said he had a great time with Hagar, Eddie Van Halen and Michael Anthony, plus Wolfgang Van Halen and...
Bob Dylan Reveals European and UK Tour Dates
Bob Dylan has revealed tour dates in Europe and the U.K. for the fall of 2024. The first scheduled show will take place Oct. 4 in Prague, Czech Republic. From there, he'll make stops in cities like Berlin, Paris, Edinburgh and more. The tour will conclude with three concerts at the Royal Albert Hall in London.
Beatles Live Albums Ranked
Beatles live albums didn't really used to be a thing. They came off the road in August 1966 and the group's first official concert recording, The Beatles at the Hollywood Bowl, wasn't released until 11 years later. Three Beatles had issued live LPs in the meantime: John Lennon with 1969's...
Why is Mosquito Season Worse in Michigan This Year?
Mosquito season in Michigan is longer and more intense than in past years. Here's why. If you feel like mosquitos are worse this year, it is not your imagination. Over time mosquito season from the Ohio Valley up to Michigan has increased quite a bit. Mosquitoes are thriving in our area for up to 21 days longer this year. We are seeing more mosquitos and for longer periods. SSP Innovations created maps showing areas of high humidity, wetlands, average rain, and heat at night. When those maps are layered together, they perfectly reflect the areas of bad mosquito areas. The same website created the map below to show how bad the mosquitos are in the U.S.
Michigan Radio Station Giving Away 2-Year Lease on 2024 Ford or Chevy From Tapper Auto
Over the years The Rocker has given you the chance to win everything from classic cars to classic bikes, but this year we're giving it a bit of an upgrade. It's The Rocker Rides, and we're teaming up with Tapper Auto & Warner Vineyards in Paw Paw giving you the chance to win a 2-year lease on a brand new vehicle. But which will YOU choose?
This Is The Fastest Growing Venue In Michigan, But Are Its Residents Trying To Shut It Down?
No, nobody is trying to shut them down, but some issues need to be cleared up regarding their concert series. It's important to note that before the start of the 2024 concert series, Warner had been working diligently with the village of Paw Paw to provide solutions for parking, contingency plans, adding additional entry/exit points, and fencing just to name a few items, to ensure the growth would be sustainable for their land.
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