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Kalamazoo Public Library Announces Temporary Alma Powell Branch
Not even a full year ago, the news came through that the Alma Powell Branch inside of the Douglass Community Association would be closing due to some differences between their motto and new advancements at Douglass Community Association. The closing of the branch got under the skin of the many people within the community as that was somewhere accessible for them to find books, knowledge, internet access, news, and more.
Ford, Michigan Cut $750 Million in Public Support from Marshall
While the site of the Ford EV battery factory in Marshall isn't going anywhere, some money from the manufacturer and the state of Michigan is. According to a report from the Detroit Free Press, the two groups are cutting out $750 million of public money from related projects. The ebbs...
Kate Beckinsale Reveals Hospitalization for Grief-Fueled ‘Hole in Esophagus’
Kate Beckinsale clapped back at haters who criticized her recent weight loss on Instagram. The star revealed that her mysterious hospitalization in early 2024 was actually due to a hole in her esophagus caused by grief after experiencing some personal tragedies, per Page Six. "No, actually. I watched my stepfather...
Gypsy Rose Is Pregnant, Expecting First Child With Ken Urker
Gypsy Rose Blanchard is pregnant and expecting her first child with boyfriend Ken Urker, who is also her ex-fiancé. Gypsy announced the big news on her YouTube channel on Tuesday (July 9) in a video titled "I'm Pregnant, My Journey So Far." "I know the rumors have been flying...
Discount Retail Store Found in Nearly Every State Shuttering Locations
Yet another discount store could be headed for disaster as it begins to close locations. Let's first look back at the first half of 2024 and the growing issues among discount retail stores. Family Dollar, which is owned by Dollar Tree, announced plans to close nearly 1,000 stores throughout 2024....
Teen Furious 16-Year-Old Sister Passed Around ‘Private’ Videos of Her Bedroom
A teenage girl, 19, is upset that her younger sister, 16, shared personal videos of her bedroom with her friends. "Recently my sister sent private videos of my room that she took when I was at my lowest point mentally to her friend. This friend then sent the videos to all of our friends. For everyone we knew to see," the young woman wrote on Reddit.
REO Speedwagon and Train Kick Off Summer Tour: Set Lists, Videos
REO Speedwagon delivered on their vow to push out of their comfort zone by touring with Train when the bands played the first show of their Summer Road Trip last night (July 8). Kevin Cronin’s band delivered a 12-song set of classics at the Somerset Amphitheater, WI, before Train took...
New Massive Bob Dylan Set Documents 1974 Tour With the Band
Bob Dylan's historic return to touring in 1974 is being collected in a new massive box set, Bob Dylan - The 1974 Live Recordings. The 27 discs collect 431 tracks, 417 previously unreleased, from Dylan's 1974 tour with the Band. It marked his first extended run of the road since his contentious 1966 tour, also with the Band.
Fed-Up Mom Considers Leaving ‘Careless’ Son in Jail Instead of Paying $9,500 Bail
A mom on Reddit is considering leaving her son, 19, in jail after he hit a pregnant woman with his car, broke his nose and received stitches on his face. "He was arrested and is in the county jail hospital. He wouldn't tell me how badly injured the woman is, except that she might lose the baby," the frustrated mom wrote.
Have Fans Redeemed ‘Van Halen III’ With Their New Version?
Two Van Halen fans have shared their remake of the band's 1998 album Van Halen III – in a bid to prove just how great the troubled original record could have been. The duo’s version reduces the 12-track, 65-minute release to a 10-track, 41-minute experience, with each song adjusted to focus on what they believe are its strongest parts, and an alternate track listing.
Top 35 Country Rock Songs
Unlike harder-leaning Southern rock, melody-based country rock isn't afraid to occasionally go the peaceful, easy-feeling route. Think Southern rock's jam-based songs rooted in the blues, gospel and R&B vs. the acoustic guitars, banjos and song-oriented tunes of country rock. No doubt it's a fine line - there aren't tracks by...
Big Lots on the Brink: Popular Michigan Discount Stores Closing?
Attention Michigan discount shoppers and retail aficionados! Brace yourselves for some BIG news shaking up the budget-friendly world of bargain hunting. Big Lots, an Ohio-based retail chain with 46 locations scattered across Michigan, has revealed plans to close 35 to 40 stores nationwide this year. This news comes after the discount chain closed 52 stores in 2023, and based on the latest announcement, Big Lots's financial woes are far from over.
Josh Homme’s Emergency Surgery Forces QOTSA to Cancel Tour
Queens of the Stone Age have announced that they are canceling the remainder of their July tour dates. A post on the band's social media accounts states that frontman Josh Homme "must return to the United States immediately for emergency surgery." The nature of his injury or ailment is not specified, with the band noting "every effort was made to push through and play for you, but it is no longer an option to continue."
These are the Best Candidates for Michigan’s Next “I Voted” Sticker
When Michiganders leave the polls this November, their "I Voted" sticker is going to look a lot different from how they have in the past. Normally, once you've cast your vote and your ballot has been counted, you receive a little blue or white oval "I Voted" sticker. This is basically the adult's "gold star" sticker equivalent... you did your civic duty, good job! Here's a sticker and a new president.
Vintage Photos: Albion, Michigan from 1900 Thru the 1920s
Albion's first settlers (aside from the original tenants, the Potawatomi tribe) included Tenney Peabody, who arrived in 1833. In 1835, the village was platted. What to name it? Why not name it “Peabodyville” as suggested by Tenney Peabody's wife. In the end, “Albion” was chosen, named after the former residence of another original settler, Jesse Crowell. Crowell was appointed in 1838 as Albion's first postmaster.
Burned & Abandoned Former Howard Johnson’s Motor Lodge: Benton Harbor, Michigan
A Howard Johnson's Motor Lodge & Restaurant was built at 2699 M-139 in Benton Harbor in 1962. In the early 2010s the restaurant and motel lobby were torn down so it could be turned into a Cosmo Extended Stay Motel. Then in 2018, tragedy struck. According to Mlive, a fire...
Here’s What Michiganders Need to Know About “Skeeter Syndrome”
If you live in Michigan and you've spent any time outdoors this summer, you've probably been bitten by a mosquito or two. Or if you're anything like me, several dozen. Most people tend to get itchy around the bite area, but if you have a particularly bad reaction, you might have Skeeter syndrome.
How Long Do You Have to Live in Michigan to be Considered a ‘Michigander’
As a Michigan resident or native, do you take pride in your Michiganderness? If so, is it something you need to be born into or can you attain the status of being a Michigander?. It's an interesting question, particularly when considering the subset of Michiganders known as Yoopers many of...
Julia Fox Comes Out as a Lesbian: ‘Sorry Boys’ (VIDEO)
Julia Fox is living her truth. The actress came out as a lesbian via TikTok on Monday (July 8). She took to the social media platform responding to TikTok user @emgwaciedawgie, who said, "I love when I see a lesbian with their boyfriend. It’s like ‘Aww, you hate that man. You literally hate him.'"
Alert: New Convincing Scam Targeting Michigan
How many scam texts do you receive in a week? Per day, I get about at least one or two, and less and less robo-calls. But, what if I told you scammers are getting crafty and smart about how they are trying to get your information, especially your money!. New...
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