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Heinz Ketchup Creates Sneaky Ways to Know if Restaurants are Faking it
You grab a Heinz ketchup bottle off the table at the restaurant, pour or squirt the red condiment onto your plate to dip your French fries, and with one bite you know you're eating a cheap brand of ketchup. If this hasn't ever happened to you I'm sure you've heard...
NFL Icon Brett Favre Reveals Parkinson’s Diagnosis
NFL legend Brett Favre has been diagnosed with Parkinson's disease. The famed quarterback revealed his diagnosis during his testimony to Congress about his alleged misuse of taxpayer money Tuesday (Sept. 24). “Sadly, I also lost an investment in a company that I believed was developing a breakthrough concussion drug I...
Julianne Hough Had ‘Beautiful’ Revelation After Running Into Her Ex and His New Girlfriend
Julianne Hough reflected on how far she's come since her divorce after spotting her ex-husband, Brooks Laich, with his new girlfriend. Speaking on The Jamie Kern Lima Show, the 36-year-old explained she was perfectly fine after running into her NHL star ex and his new girlfriend, Katrín Tanja Davíðsdóttir, at a wedding.
Michigan Woman Publishes Book On The Weird, Wonderful & Obscure Michigan Attractions
We've talked in the past about all of the really cool and little well-known attractions in Michigan, and how whether you're in the Upper Peninsula or the Lower Peninsula, there's always something really cool to check out. One woman has recently published a book about 84 of these must-see roadside and hidden attractions and is excited to share them with you, as this lifelong Michigander dives deep into the odd side of Michigan.
WARNING: Dangerous Invasive Pest Now Threatens More Ohio Counties
As the fall season begins in Ohio, many residents look forward to cooler temperatures. And with the temps cooling down, some may think that means we'll start to see fewer pests invading our space like pesky insects. However, officials warn residents to beware of an invasive insect spreading rapidly and causing major concerns in the Buckeye state.
10 Years Ago You Could See Michigan Football For 2 Coca-Colas
The Michigan Wolverines Football Program stands tall as one of the best programs in all of college football. They have the largest stadium of any team in sports, its (former) coach is one of the most successful coaches in both the NCAA and NFL, the most wins of all programs, and, oh yeah, they won the College Football Championship last year. No big deal.
These Hiking Trails Are Certified As ‘Pure Michigan’
It's almost become comedic at this point to try and keep track of all the trails around Michigan. My friends and I try to make a conscious effort to visit different trails around the state, and while it's nice to have a healthy exposure of what Michigan has to offer, it's created an unfortunate problem:
What Happened At The Disgraced Detroit Bridgerton Ball Experience
Imagine getting all dolled up in ball gown, paying money for a ball event, just to be royally let down. A plethora of TikTok and social media reviews have come out about this Bridgerton Ball experience. Let's get the rundown. Detroit Bridgerton Ball Experience. Based on the popular book series...
The University of Michigan Is Opening a Physical Campus in Los Angeles – Wolverines are Conflicted
The University of Michigan is a world-renown institute of higher learning. A U of M degree can open doors. The Ann Arbor campus is of course, the flagship with the university system also hosting campus locations in Flint and Dearborn. This week the school announced they are opening a physical campus for their Ross School of Business in Los Angeles, California.
Burton Dog Goes Viral On TikTok
A Burton dog is going viral on TikTok after its owner posted a video of the tricky and brilliant way she gets the dog to take his medicine. Stuffing pills inside of food to trick your dog into taking medicine is common practice. However, when the pills look like teeth on a chicken nugget, that garners attention, and in this case - lots of it.
Lady Gaga Will Drop New Album ‘Harlequin’ Alongside ‘Joker: Folie a Deux’
Lady Gaga has been teasing a new album, but turns out fans are getting two albums!. The "Poker Face" singer announced on Tuesday (Sept. 24) that she will be releasing a companion album, Harlequin, alongside her upcoming film Joker: Folie à Deux. Harlequin is in addition to her still...
True or False: Check Toilet Paper in Public Restrooms For Dark Spots Before Using
Have you heard that startling claim that intravenous drug users, after using a needle to inject themselves, will often stick the needle into a toilet paper roll to clean off the blood and skin before packing it away for later. Apparent photo proof comes from the Hawaii Mom Blog with...
It Will Look Like Earth Has Two Moons For About Two Months
It's all thanks to an asteroid that it will look like the earth has two moons for a couple of month. To be specific it's Asteroid 2024 PT5 which is going to start orbiting our planet. According to CBS News, it won't be as big as our moon nor act like the moon but will look like we have a second, mini-moon.
Woman Uninvites 25 Family Members From Her Wedding After They Call It ‘Satanic’
A woman on Reddit laid down the law with her family after they insulted her themed wedding. According to her post, the woman is having a Halloween-themed bash and was forced to uninvite 25 members of her family after they dubbed the nuptials "satanic." "I have had this Halloween Wedding...
Did Diddy Predict His Arrest? This 25-Year-Old Interview Is Chilling
This chilling resurfaced interview clip seemingly proves that he did. When the interviewer in the Entertainment Tonight clip from 1999 remarks that his notorious parties were the "hottest ticket" out there, Diddy smiles eerily before answering. "They won't even give me a permit for the parties. They don't want me...
Stop Crushing Aluminum Cans When Recycling; Here’s Why
You need to stop crushing aluminum cans before hauling them in to be recycled according to industry experts. The reason behind this request makes all the more sense once you understand the recycling process. Stomping Cans To Make More Room. Some people develop their core childhood memories around family vacations...
Police Dog Finds Lost Kid in Michigan Corn Maze
It's that time of year when families are visiting their local corn maze. One family lost track of their child but thanks to a police dog the kid has been found. Every fall the corn maze craze begins all across Michigan. You can find a corn maze or two in almost every county in the Great Lakes state.
Abandoned Taco John’s Restaurant: Wyoming, Michigan
I guess we can forget about Taco John’s restaurant. All five of the Michigan locations are now closed. Three of them hadn’t even been open for two years yet. The last day of Taco John’s was Thursday, September 12 (2024). Will they ever re-open?. A company ‘spokesperson’...
DEFUNCT MICHIGAN FUN PARK: Riverside Park, Saginaw: 1894-1937
Riverside Park had a pretty good run until WWII hit. This Saginaw amusement park sat alongside the Tittabawassee River and was built in 1894 by the Union Street Railway. The company figured an amusement park would be enough incentive for people to pay for a trolley ride to get transported to the park.
10 Things Everyone In West Michigan Must Do
Having in born and raised here in West Michigan, you would think that you eventually run out of new things to do around here. But that's one of the best things about West Michigan; there is always something to do. While it's nice there is always something new to do,...
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