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Michigan DNR implementing 'Operation Dry Water' to keep waterways safe this holiday week
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Operation Dry Water will be kicking off this week, just in time for the 4th of July holiday. Operation Dry Water is a national campaign to bring awareness and enforcement to water ways to help prevent and stop boaters from boating under the influence. As...
Located Along Michigan’s US-31 This Roadside Memorial Is More Than A Star
The next time you're headed Up North keep an eye out for this remarkable group of trees. Technically it's Star Hill 2, but "Star Hill" as its referred to is located along US-31 near Silver Lake and is often used as a landmark for thrill seekers heading to the nearby Silver Lake Dunes. However, this notable collection of trees is actually a touching tribute.
Michigan Ranked as One of America’s Least Patriotic States
As we celebrate the birth of the United States on Independence Day, a new study determined the least and most patriotic states. It may come as a surprise, but Michigan was ranked as one of the least patriotic states in the country. WalletHub ranked all 50 states based on factors...
WKHM talks with new Executive Director of CHS Stefanie Riggs
Jackson, Mich. (WKHM, Greg O’Connor) — The Cascades Humane Society Board of Directors has announced the hiring of Stefanie Riggs as their new Executive Director. Riggs told WKHM she was excited for the challenge:. Riggs told WKHM the Cascades Humane Society has great community support, but fundraising is...
Michigan Restaurant Closing After 30 Years of Local Service
It’s so strange when a place you’ve been dining at for years closes. It’s even more weighty when that place has been in the area for decades. Now, a beloved Michigan restaurant is closing its doors after more than 30 years in business. The good news is that it’s already open under new ownership, and that ownership is local.
Pepper, Thomas earn CSC Academic All-District honors
SPRING ARBOR, Mich. – A pair from the Spring Arbor University women's bowling team were named to the College Sports Communicators (CSC) Academic All-District Team. The CSC recognizes the nation's top student-athletes for their combined performances in athletics and in the classroom. Earning the distinction from SAU were Emily Pepper and Devon Thomas . Pepper, a senior social work major, was named to the All-Crossroads League First Team this past season. She helped lead the Cougars to their third straight league title while posting a 180.1 average. In 13 events, she earned one first place finish, two top-five finishes and...
LBI Event Recap: Spring Arbor Elite Camp (Spring Arbor, MI)
Spring Arbor, MI: On Saturday, Spring Arbor was the place to be for aspiring college players. The staff did a great job being hands-on and super involved in the afternoon and making each camper feel individually coached. During the 5-5, a number of girls stood out. Here are a few that caught my eye!!
Tate chosen to Academic All-District Team
SPRING ARBOR, Mich. – Caleb Tate was named to the 2024 Academic All-District Men's All-Large Team. The 2024 Academic All-District Men's At-Large teams, selected by College Sports Communicators, recognize the nation's top student-athletes for their combined performances in competition and in the classroom. Players nominated for the CSC All-District Team were starters or key reserves with cumulative grade point averages of 3.5 or higher on a 4.0 scale. Each nominated student-athlete was at their current college or university for at least one academic year. Tate, a mechanical engineering major, capped off his career with a third straight NAIA All-American selection....
UM Health-Sparrow Forensic Pathology Services Issues Q1 Report
LANSING, Mich. – University of Michigan Health-Sparrow Forensic Pathology Services has released its Q1 report on drug-related deaths in the seven counties (Clinton, Eaton, Ingham, Ionia, Isabella, Livingston, and Shiawassee) in which UM Health-Sparrow serves as medical examiner. The report found that, excluding Clinton and Livingston counties, the overall...
Sheriff department investigating Union Lake drowning
SHERWOOD TWP. — An 89-year-old Sherwood Township woman drowned in Union Lake Monday afternoon, according to the Branch County Sheriff's Department. Nancy Sines was pulling weeds along the shoreline at her home at 1190 Beech Bay Drive, just south of Riley Dam. Her husband found her in the water and called 911 about 12:20 p.m.
Kalamazoo man gets over 5 years for illegal firearm possession
KALAMAZOO, Mich. — A Kalamazoo man has been sentenced to prison for possessing a firearm as a convicted felon. 32-year-old Juwara Jawan Compton, Jr. was sentenced to 64 months in federal prison. Politics: First Lady Biden to visit Middleville, Traverse City for community and political events. Compton was charged...
Governor Whitmer Has Appointed Grand Rapids Mayor Rosalynn Bliss To A New Job
Grand Rapids Mayor Rosalynn Bliss has been appointed to an important state committee by Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer. On June 28, 2024, Governor Whitmer named Mayor Bliss to the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) Executive Committee. The MEDC Executive Committee plays a key role in guiding Michigan's economic growth. It...
Vicksburg hires Hall of Fame coach to lead boys basketball program
VICKSBURG, MI – Randy Small isn’t done coaching just yet. And his next stop isn’t far away from home. The former longtime Schoolcraft boys basketball coach and Basketball Coaches Association of Michigan (BCAM) Hall of Famer was hired as Vicksburg’s next boys basketball coach last Wednesday, according to the Bulldogs’ social media pages.
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