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Michigan: Among of the Best States for Young Homeowners
You've probably heard a young person say, "I'll have to live with my parents until I'm 40." But a new study finds that homeownership is attainable for people under 35, and Michigan fares well among states where young people are able to purchase houses. Best States for Young Homeowners. An...
Michigan: Avoid Scammers Trying to Rip You Off on Amazon Prime Day
Amazon Prime Day may mean an opportunity to save a bundle but it also presents an opportunity for scammers who are looking to steal your hard-earned money. The giant online retailer's annual Prime Day event is running now through July 17 (you didn't miss all the hype, did you?) and Michigan's Attorney General is giving Michigan residents the heads up on several possible scams.
Why Are Will Smith and Johnny Depp Yachting Together in Italy?
Did you know Will Smith and Johnny Depp are friends?. Apparently, they are, since they were spotted enjoying a yacht trip in Italy ahead of a special concert appearance together. The actors were pictured on the yacht with Egyptian singer Ahmed Saad, who posted a photo with the duo on...
‘Top Chef Masters’ Star Naomi Pomeroy Dead at 49 Following Tubing Accident
'Top Chef Masters' star Naomi Pomeroy has passed away at age 49 following a tubing accident in Oregon. According to Portland Monthly, the Portland-area chef's family believes she died from drowning in the Willamette River on July 13. On July 14, Benton County Patrol Lieutenant Toby Bottorff revealed that an...
Sneaky Reason Why Citrus Fruit is Sold in Mesh, Rubber Bags
Walking through the produce section of a grocery store is so invigorating. All the bright colors of various fruits, and even the smells sometime tickle our noses. I've even found myself weaving between the fruit displays even when fruit isn't on my shopping list. Sometimes we pick and choose our...
Michigan’s First Black Light Theater, Elk Rapids
Michigan’s first black light theater was the second theater in the town of Elk Rapids. The State Theater opened on September 20, 1940, not far from where the original Community Theater was located. Built by Ed Loomis and his wife, they began by showing the top films of the...
Recall Alert: Michigan Check Your Fridges Now!
There's another recall affecting Michigan, and it's one you should be aware of before you go to snack or make your next salad!. Before you go to snack on those cucumbers you bought, you should check out this latest recall hitting Michigan. Wiers Farm is currently issuing a voluntary recall...
Secret Tunnel & Room Found Underneath a Home in Marysville, Michigan
When I bought my house, I was told there may be secret compartments in the walls. After looking over every inch of every wall, I finally found one: way down at the bottom between the floor and the wall. I opened it up, hoping to find anything – money, valuables, maybe it was even a weed stash. But no. It was completely empty.
This Restaurant Just Got Named The Best For Seafood in Michigan
Anyone else love some delicious sea food? What if I told you we narrowed down one of the best sea food restaurants here in Michigan?. Look no further, and get in the car! It's time for dinner!. The Best Seafood Restaurant in Michigan:. Sure, you can grab seafood from just...
VIDEO: Detroit Lions Legend Finally Gets Ford Field Honors
When Transformers came out in theaters in 2007 and took the box office by storm, I was obsessed. My siblings and I bought the movie soundtrack and were blasting "What I've Done" by Linkin Park. Pun fully intended, it was a transformative period in my life. So in 2008 when...
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...
Residents Could Get Infected By Mosquito-Borne Virus Found In Michigan
With the summer time in full effect, getting bitten by a mosquito is inevitable. However, some mosquitoes are carrying a virus that can infect people. Spread by infected mosquitos, the Jamestown Canyon virus typically occurs from April through September. As for common symptoms of the Jamestown Canyon virus, you can...
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.
How Michiganders Can Get the Most Bang For Their EBT/SNAP Buck
With the ever-rising price of, well, everything these days, people across the country are looking for ways to help stretch their dollars. And there's one program in Michigan that will help those who receive EBT and SNAP benefits to get double their money. I didn't know that this program existed...
What Do Texas Roadhouse, Lansing, and One Couple Have in Common?
What do Texas Roadhouse, Lansing, and one couple have in common? I know that sounds like the set up to some crazy joke and you're waiting for the punchline, but this is a legitimate question, because there's actually a connection between the three. One Couple is Making History With Texas...
Michigan Man Pleads Guilty To mPerks Scam
MPerks is a loyalty program offered by Meijer that gives customers various ways to save money and earn rewards while shopping at Meijer stores. Last year Meijer customers started to noticed mPerks points were dispersing from their accounts. Michigan Man Pleads Guilty To mPerks Scam. A 22-year-old Michigan man, Nicholas...
Did You Know This Michigan Man Was President For Just A Day?
Thomas White Ferry, a distinguished politician from Michigan, holds a unique place in American history. Born on June 1, 1827, on Mackinac Island. And he holds the unique title of being one of the only people in American history to be president for just a single day. Thomas W. Ferry's...
Muskegon Man’s $100 Win Turns into Surprise $300,000 Jackpot
Everyone who takes the time to play the Michigan Lottery is dreaming of the day they'll (hopefully) win a jackpot, but one Muskegon man couldn't have dreamed of it happening the way it did for him. A 64-year-old anonymous man from Muskegon recently purchased a Michigan Lottery Fire and Ice...
Detroit Red Wings Fans, You Can Now Own Al The Octopus
I've been a Detroit Red Wings fan since I was a little kid. Some of my fondest memories are of my dad taking me and my brother to Joe Louis Arena for a game. I remember watching a playoff hockey game and a fan ran down the steps to toss an octopus onto the Ice.
There Is a Single Michigan County With Almost No Risk for a Tornado
Michigan has a significant history of tornados. While not quite like the states of Tornado Alley, there are been some doozies over the years like the 1953 twister in the Flint area that's considered one of the 10 deadliest in the nation's history to the recent Portage tornado in Southwest Michigan from 2024.
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