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Abandoned 40-Acre Property Near Brown City, Michigan
Here's another hunk of 'abandoned' property that is up for auction: a 40-acre piece of land with a house, vehicles, and garage sitting deep in the woods. It sits somewhere off Maple Valley Road near Brown City in the Michigan Thumb. Old trucks and even a jeep are sitting, getting...
Michigan university reports largest incoming class in 105 years
ADRIAN, MI - Siena Heights University in Adrian reported its incoming class is the largest in its 105-year history. Officials at the Catholic university on Monday, Aug. 26, reported its freshman class for the fall 2024 semester has 445 students. If you purchase a product or register for an account...
Carman-Ainsworth becomes first Genesee County school to add AP African American History class
GENESEE COUNTY, MI – Starting today, students at Carman-Ainsworth High School will be eligible for a new, groundbreaking course – AP African American History. Carman-Ainsworth Community Schools became the first district in Genesee County to add an advanced placement African American History class to its curriculum at the end of the 2023-24 school year.
ALERT: Dangerous Virus Confirmed in Michigan
This year in Michigan, we've seen several mosquito-borne illnesses pop up. Jamestown Canyon Virus (JCV) was detected earlier this year in mosquitoes over in Saginaw County. A deceased falcon near Detroit recently tested positive for the West Nile virus, prompting health officials to urge Michigan residents to be cautious as cases rise.
WARNING: New Texting Scam Targeting Michigan
In a world where scammers are getting more and more convincing, sometimes it is better to sit back and see what all you should be aware of out there. From traditional phone scams to more recent email fraud schemes and the latest wave of text message scams. Take a look below at the latest scam hitting Michigan.
Major Michigan parties announce nominations for MSU Board of Trustees
Two Michigan State University alumni with backgrounds in Michigan politics, a veteran and a former Novi city councilmember will be vying for two seats on MSU's Board of Trustees in the November election.Michigan's Republican and Democratic parties, which announced their nominations during their respective conventions over the weekend, will be seeking to tip the partisan balance on MSU's board, which currently has seven Democrats and one Republican. Leaving the board is the two-term Trustee Dianne Byrum, who announced in January she would not seek reelection, and board Chair Dan Kelly, who unsuccessfully sought his party's nomination.The winners of the trustee...
Southfield schools closed Tuesday due to heat, other districts dismissing early
It’s a big week for Mariana King, who started her last year of middle school at Birney in Southfield on Monday. However, her first week back was put on pause with class suddenly canceled for Tuesday.
Lions have a hidden rookie gem that could have a solid future in Detroit if he lands on the practice squad
Three preseason games are in the books for the Detroit Lions there were a lot of standouts and some disappointments. One particular standout didn't really standout all that much. It's kind of hard to when you're an interior offensive lineman in the preseason. Everyone is watching the skill guys. ...
Are Michigan Schools Ready to Adopt a Four-Day Week?
Is your family ready to embrace a four-day school week? Although it's a fairly new concept, two school districts in Northern Michigan have already adopted it. According to the Associated Press, there are roughly 13,000 school districts in the United States. Two decades ago, there were only about 100 school districts in the US observing a four-day week. That number grew to 662 in 2019 and currently stands at close to 900 districts nationwide.
Cleaning up pollution and removing crumbling dams help to restore Michigan rivers
The Great Lakes News Collaborative includes Bridge Michigan; Circle of Blue; Great Lakes Now at Detroit Public Television; Michigan Public, Michigan’s NPR News Leader; and The Narwhal who work together to bring audiences news and information about the impact of climate change, pollution, and aging infrastructure on the Great Lakes and drinking water. This independent journalism is supported by the Charles Stewart Mott Foundation. Find all the work HERE.
September things to do: Labor Day, runs, climbs, history, film, music, and a Civil War muster
It’s not often you can take in a tree climbing championship one day and watch a Civil War muster the next. But these — and so much more — are on the West Michigan calendar for this month. Other items of note include Labor Day activities, exhibits, a “Walk to Mordor,” physical challenges, a gem and mineral show, a community litter cleanup, a stage performance, a needle felting class, “Lord of the Rings” Week crafts, Banned Book Week trivia, Talk Like a Pirate Day, fundraisers, a family campfire, and the arrival of autumn. September offers a wide variety of things to do in Allegan, Muskegon, and Ottawa counties. This list includes options for everyone, regardless of age, ability, or interest.
Bailey Takes Over Successful Addison Program
Key participants for the Addison High School varsity football team in 2024 are, from left, Coach Harry Bailey, Heith Burton, Caleb Potts, Byron Creech, Josh Ray, and Joe Clark. (8-26-2024, 12:00PM): New Addison High School football Coach Henry Bailey said there was “zero chance that Addison players wanted that (the...
Red Wings announce ‘Pavel Datsyuk Night’ and 2024-25 promotional calendar
The Detroit Red Wings will honor their latest Hall of Famer on Nov. 21 during Pavel Datsyuk Hockey Hall of Fame Night. The team on Monday announced its promotional calendar and fan giveaway items for the 2024-25 season at Little Caesars Arena. Datsyuk, the 10th player from the 2002 Stanley...
Amid Another Michigan Heat Wave, Study Says Heat-Related Deaths Hit Record High
Well hopefully this is the last heat wave we have of this summer. Meteorologists have issued heat advisories through the end of the day Tuesday (Aug. 27) with temperatures in the mid-90s expected across much of the state. Even past that, highs are expected to stay in the mid to upper 80s across the state, which isn't exactly comfortable for the Great Lakes State.
Are Michigan Schools Ready to Adopt a Four-Day Week?
Is your family ready to embrace a four-day school week? Although it's a fairly new concept, two school districts in Northern Michigan have already adopted it. According to the Associated Press, there are roughly 13,000 school districts in the United States. Two decades ago, there were only about 100 school districts in the US observing a four-day week. That number grew to 662 in 2019 and currently stands at close to 900 districts nationwide.
Case against former MSP sergeant charged with murder of Samuel Sterling heading to federal court
KENTWOOD, Mich. — On Monday U.S. District Court Judge Hala Jarbou ruled that former Michigan State Police (MSP) Sergeant and Detective Brian Keely's case will go to federal court. Keely was charged with second-degree murder and involuntary manslaughter in the death of Samuel Sterling in May. He pleaded not...
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