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How Long Can a Train Legally Hold You Up in Michigan?
Have you ever waited for a train so long that you thought to yourself, 'Is this even legal?'. There’s nothing more frustrating than being in a hurry to get somewhere, only to be stopped by a train. In some cases, you’re there for a couple of minutes, and then you’re back on the road to your destination. But I’m sure you’ve had a time where you just sit, and sit, and sit—for what feels like an eternity.
Michigan Prisoner In Transit To Prison Escaped Out Of Moving Vehicle
A Michigan man who was being transported to a correctional facility escaped when he jumped out of the moving vehicle but that may have been his second biggest mistake. My best friend I grew up with and recently bear hunting with worked for the Michigan Corrections Department. He has since retired but still has some wild stories to tell.
These Halloween Costumes Are Pure Michigan!
Why be a ghost or a witch for Halloween when there are so many other unique costume ideas to choose from?. We came up with some "Pure Michigan" Halloween costume ideas, just in time for you to go trick-or-treating. (If you're easily offended, maybe these aren't for you.) The Perfect...
Michigan City Crowned One of The Dirties Cities In The Entire Country
Another day, and another publication saying that there is yet again something wrong with one of the cities in Michigan for the um-tenth time. There are so many online publications that do ranking polls and claim that there are tons of Michigan cities that are doing great things and other Michigan cities that are on the verge of total economic and social collapse.
Everyone’s Favorite ‘Simpsons’ Meme is Becoming an Adorable Chia Pet
If you've never used the meme, you've surely been in at least one online conversation where someone has dropped an image of Homer Simpson slowly backing into a hedge. Now, the popular clip is reportedly being turned into a Chia Pet. What Is A Chia Pet?. There was a time...
Michigan City Is One Of The Best Places To Trick-Or-Treat In US
One Michigan city has made the 2024 list of best places to trick-or-treat in America. To determine this list, Instacart reviewed the following statistics,. Total amount (ounces) of candy sold per person in October last year. Total Halloween costumes and costume items sold per person. Total Halloween decorations and Halloween...
Thank Goodness! You Can See the New Wicked Movie Early in Michigan
Wicked is projected to have one of the best opening weekends at the domestic box office in 2024. Based on the Broadway musical inspired by the 1995 novel and characters from The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, the film follows the complex friendship turned rivalry between Elphaba, the green-skinned Wicked Witch of the West, and Glinda, known as Glinda the Good. Starring Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande, the cast also features Michelle Yeoh, Jeff Goldblum, Jonathan Bailey, and Peter Dinklage.
9 Different Species of Bats That Can Be Found in Michigan
Whether you love them or fear them, it's Bat Week in Michigan. While International Bat Appreciation Day is celebrated each April 17th, Michigan dedicates an entire week to highlight our 9 native bat species and all they do for the ecosystem here in the Mitten. Michigan Bat Week is celebrated...
Why Do Gas Pumps Slow Down In Michigan Winters?
We've all been there: It's a cold frigid Michigan morning, and you're standing at the gas pump, shivering, as the fuel painfully trickles into your tank like molasses. You're convinced the pump is punishing you. Why does this happen when Michigan is at its coldest and most brutal?. No, the...
DNR Issues Urgent Warning for Hunters and Fall Color Seekers
As you head north for your getaway, whether you're ready to chase deer or soak in the unreal pallet of fall colors only Michigan can offer, the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has a serious reminder: Be wildfire aware. On the morning of Friday, October 26, DNR firefighters were facing...
Popular Breakfast Spot With a Dozen Michigan Locations to Close 150 Restaurants
You may have to say goodbye to the Grand Slam Breakfast as 150 Denny's restaurants across the United States will be closing by the end of 2025. Denny's - which currently has 12 locations in Michigan - announced during an earnings call on Tuesday (10/22) that 50 restaurants will be shuttered by the end of 2024 and an additional 100 locations will be closed in 2025.
Michigan: Is it Time to Say Goodbye to Daylight Saving Time?
Soon after the candy is gone and the Halloween costumes are back in the closet, it's time to set your clocks back one hour, as we say goodbye to Daylight Saving Time. The bi-annual ritual happens at 2:00 AM on Sunday, November 3, 2024, here in Michigan and with the exceptions of just a few states, all across the US. Thanks to technology, your cellphone, computer, and maybe even the clock in your car's dashboard will change automatically.
Michigan Man Now A Millionaire Thanks To Elon Musk
A West Michigan man is $1 million dollars richer thanks to Elon Musk. Jason Cochran of Holland, Michigan entered a contest where everyday people across the U.S. are receiving $1 million dollars for signing a petition. ⬇️ 30 Famous Celebrities You Might Not Know Are From Michigan ⬇️
Rare Cougar Sighting Near Popular Walking Trail in Tuscola County
Most Michiganders have never seen a cougar in person, but that doesn’t mean they aren’t out there. Just ask an 18-year-old Millington woman who spotted one this past Sunday while walking near a public trail. Cougar sightings are rare in Michigan and even rarer in the state's Lower...
Here’s How You Can Win a $500 Prepaid Target Gift Card
It's the most wonderful time of the year-- for everything except your budget. How would you like a little help during the holidays?. We're giving you a chance to win a $500 prepaid Target gift card that you can use to deck your halls, get some gifts, or just treat yourself to some much-needed self-care this season.
Recall Alert: 721,000 US Vehicles Face Potential Fire Risk
Nearly 721,000 vehicles are being recalled because of a faulty fuel pump that could crack, causing the vehicle to leak gas and potentially burst into flames. Honda issued the recall - the second major recall this month by the automaker - after discovering the defect affecting model years 2022 through 2025.
Will Kroger’s New Facial Recognition Software Lead to Surge Pricing?
As Kroger plans to implement facial recognition software throughout its grocery stores, one Michigan lawmaker is raising a red flag, saying that the use of such technology could lead to surge pricing. The warning comes just months after we learned that Kroger officials admitted that the grocery chain had raised...
Michigan Man Wins Lottery For A Second Time
A Michigan man has won the lottery yet again. Yes, you read that right. Marc Finkbiner of Ionia County's Michigan Lottery win is twice as nice. I do believe the 'c' in Marc is for cash. WOOD-TV reports that Mr. Finkbiner won $29,048 playing Club Keno in 2015. Fast forward...
Michigan Airports Could Soon Stop Line Skipping During Boarding
There’s nothing more frustrating than waiting at Detroit Metro Airport—or any airport, for that matter—for boarding to begin, only to have everyone stand up and get in line before their group is called. I’ll never understand why some people are in such a hurry to get to their seats—they're just going to end up sitting and waiting like they were already doing at the gate.
Ignoring Michigan’s Leaf Law Could Result in Fines Up to $5,000
Dealing with leaves is one of the biggest challenges for Michigan homeowners. Whether you rake them, blow them, or let them pile up, it can be a real hassle. However, ignoring proper disposal methods could lead to serious and costly consequences. This time of year, Michigan's neighborhoods look like a...
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