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Michigan’s Favorite Shark From Shark Week is a Brute
I grew up near the Gulf of Mexico, so avoiding sharks has always been a back-of-mind priority of mine. Thankfully, now that I'm in Michigan, that underlying fear goes away when I take a trip to the Great Lakes. I know I'm in the minority here, though, because America loves...
Michigan Has 516 Islands – More than Half are in Just 2 Counties
Michigan is the Great Lakes State. We border 4 of the 5 big lakes. So it shouldn't be surprising that there are hundreds of islands within the state's borders. According to one count, that total is 516 islands. Some of them are well known like Mackinac Island, Belle Isle in...
Michigan Community Named ‘Best Beach Town’ Perfect For A Day Trip
Summertime in Michigan calls for soaking up the sunshine with a day at the beach. Fortunately, we don't have to drive to another state for the best beaches in the nation as Michigan was just named America's 'beach champ' with one community named the best beach town to visit for a perfect day trip.
European Style Restaurant Named Best Comfort Food in Michigan
I don't care who you are, there's a place in your world for comfort food. There's something truly magical about comfort food. It's more than the act of eating, it takes us on a nostalgic journey, evoking cherished memories and a sense of home. Whether it's the familiar aroma of a favorite dish or the warmth it brings on a cold day, comfort food has a special place in our hearts.
Allegiant Airlines Announces $59 Flights to Florida from Flint
Allegiant Airlines announced eight new nonstop routes to 13 cities around the country at extremely low rates. One of those new routes includes a nonstop flight to Florida from Flint Bishop International Airport for just $59. Before you get overly excited, keep in mind that the low fare of $59...
Moby Grape Guitarist Jerry Miller Dies at 81
Founding Moby Grape guitarist Jerry Miller has died of unspecified causes at the age of 81. According to Deadline, the news was first posted on the Moby Grape Facebook fan page and by journalist Eric Brenner. Born July 10, 1943 in Tacoma, Miller played on an early version of the...
Two Michigan Cities Have the Lowest Quality of Life in the U.S.
It's always pretty cool to see your city or state at the top of a list that praises where you live. It's not so cool when that list refers to your city as being the worst place to live. The last thing you want to hear is that your city...
Michigan Native Explains Subpar Home Run Derby National Anthem
Just a few days ago we all witnessed one of the most unforgettable moments as the national anthem was absolutely slaughtered during the Major League Baseball (MLB) Home Run Derby in Arlington, Texas. Shortly after the questionable performance the jokes and memes began to swirl around the internet, and this is how we all became aware of the singer's origins in the Mitten state.
Michigan Making Money: Salaries Of The State’s Top 1% Earners
Most people have a desire to make as much money as they possibly can to not just take care of themselves and their families but also to have bragging rights as one of the richest people alive or to ever live. I can't lie, it's nice motivation to have in life and money does make life easier and happier but is not the end all be all since we don't get to take it with us after life. Nonetheless, most of us are competing for the best paying jobs for different reasons.
Off to a Great Start: Peek Inside This Michigan Home Where Derek Jeter Grew Up
Maybe West Michigan doesn't get all the credit, but baseball hall-of-famer Derek Jeter certainly got a great start in life, growing up in this modest Mitten-State bungalow. Derek Jeter's family had high expectations for him as he was growing up in Kalamazoo, Michigan. His parents insisted that he sign a 'good behavior contract' every year. That code of ethics carried him through his longtime career with the New York Yankees and followed him into the Baseball Hall of Fame. (Sure, there was that little incident in 2010 that put a chink in Jeter's reputation, but nobody's perfect, right?)
Michigan’s Upper Peninsula is Not ‘Yoopie’ – Please Don’t Make it A Thing
Michigan's Upper Peninsula is a world apart from the rest of the state - and really the rest of America. It's colloquially the U.P. and the people who live there are Yoopers. However, the place is not now, nor will it ever be "Yooppie." The disturbing term came up on...
Why Tiger Woods Is Heading To Michigan…to Watch Golf
Next week, the legendary Tiger Woods will be making a special trip to Michigan, but this time, it's not to showcase his own incredible golf skills. Instead, he'll be there to support his rising star son, Charlie Woods, as he competes in the prestigious 2024 U.S. Junior Amateur at the iconic Oakland Hills Country Club in Bloomfield Hills.
Joe Biden Drops Out of Presidential Race: Rockers React
Rock stars are reacting to the news that President Joe Biden has dropped out of the race for re-election. The 81-year-old President has been under increasing pressure to call off his campaign after a disastrous performance in a debate against Republican nominee and former President Donald Trump last month. Polls show Biden behind Trump in many key battleground states, with voters stating that the President's age and declining coherence during public appearances has made them less likely to re-elect him.
Joe Biden drops out of 2024 presidential race
President Joe Biden is dropping out of the 2024 presidential election but will remain in office to complete his first term. The 81-year-old Democrat made the announcement in a statement on X just before 2 p.m. on Sunday. "It has been the greatest honor of my life to serve as...
Sammy Hagar Can’t Meet Cop Who Wrote ‘I Can’t Drive 55′ Ticket
Sammy Hagar’s hopes of meeting the state trooper who wrote his “I Can’t Drive 55” speeding ticket appear to be dashed following an ex-cop’s attempt to solve the mystery. The singer will bring his Van Halen-focused Best of All Worlds tour to Saratoga Springs, New...
Bruce Kulick on People Who Call Kiss Simple: ‘They’re Idiots’
Kiss has always taken its share of knocks from the critics and sometimes, even fellow musicians. Former guitarist Bruce Kulick will be the first to tell you that's unfair. "Nobody could play it better than those guys the way they performed it," he explains, using the solo in "Detroit Rock City" as one particular example. "Anyone that considers Kiss simple or easy music to play, they’re idiots. This stuff is hard. It’s just that the band never got credit that way and it always should."
Iron Maiden Will Drop Songs Nicko McBrain Can’t Play Anymore
Iron Maiden drummer Nicko McBrain says the band had instituted a new rule to address the fact that he can’t play as well as he used to. He suffered a stroke in January 2023 that left him partially paralyzed, although he returned to action after months of intensive physical therapy.
This Michigan Cocktail Bar Has Been Picked As The Best In The State
I love meeting up with friends and coworkers to unwind and catch up at the bar. My favorite bar to grab a cold beer is Bob's Bar on Michigan Street. The staff is super nice, my miller lite is always served in a frosty cold glass and they have perogies on the menu.
Did You Know? This Poisonous Bird Calls Michigan Home
I love living in Michigan, we have lakes, great people, and amazing food. Another thing I love about the state? It's safe from ultra-dangerous critters, there's no fear of sharks, poisonous dart frogs, or alligators. So, when Bio Explorer released a list of the top 10 most poisonous birds, I...
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