Almena Township
LATEST NEWS
10-year-old hits hole-in-one at Grand Prairie Golf Course
KALAMAZOO, Mich. — A local golfer accomplished a major feat at Grand Prairie Golf Course on Friday. 10-year-old Cru Foster hit a hole-in-one while participating at the Kalamazoo Junior Golf Association tournament. Development: Kalamazoo awarded $25 million grant for street restructuring projects. According to the golf course, he is...
Huss Project receives $50k grant from T-Mobile for community bike shop
THREE RIVERS — A local nonprofit in Three Rivers was recently the recipient of a $50,000 grant from a national wireless company for an upcoming community project. On Thursday, June 20, T-Mobile announced that The Huss Project was a recipient of one of their Hometown Grants, which provides funding to local development projects that enhance rural communities across the United States.
Drugstore Chain Shuts Down 27 More Locations, MI And OH Impacted
Many businesses in Michigan and Ohio have faced financial struggles and staff shortages, and more consumers moving to do business online has led to restructuring efforts to save them. And one drugstore chain that has already shut down several locations will continue closing nearly 30 more stores in Ohio and Michigan.
Michigan Central and State’s Future Mobility Office Unveil First-Ever MI Mobility Fellows Program
Applications are currently being accepted for the prestigious Michigan Mobility Fellow Program (MMF), a groundbreaking initiative aimed at fostering mobility innovation and attracting and retaining top talent within the state. Successful candidates will have the opportunity to gain valuable real-world experience, receive a competitive annual salary of $60,000, and benefit from professional development opportunities. This program is designed to support the growth and advancement of individuals passionate about mobility-related fields.
This Michigan bar may have cracked the code with mouthwatering cheesesteak
FLINT, MI — It’s no secret that Rust Belt cities — well, their residents — like a hearty meal. Factory workers love a good coney dog (or three) or simply a fresh, large sandwich before heading into their shift to tide them over while on the job.
Centuries-Old Brass Ring Uncovered at Historic Michigan Fort
Many treasures have been unearthed on Michigan's Mackinac Island over the years. An 18th century brass ring discovered this week is being called a "nice find". Every summer since 1959, an archaeological team has been working at Colonial Michilimackinac, an 18th century reconstructed fort and fur trading village located just west of the Mackinac Bridge.
From a car trunk in ‘78 to 15 showrooms: The journey of Michigan’s largest fireworks business
LANSING, MI — James Stajos got his first glimpse of the fireworks business as an 8-year-old boy in 1978, watching his father sell fireworks out of the trunk of his car. It’s been the family business ever since, even though it wasn’t always legal, James Stajos said.
Michigan college grad designed shoes for Serena Williams at Nike apprenticeship
GRAND RAPIDS, MI – A recent Michigan college grad has added a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to her resume: Designing a footwear line for legendary tennis star Serena Williams. Holland native Heather Truong, who earned her diploma this spring from Kendall College of Art and Design of Ferris State University, completed...
Michigan lawmaker says bill banning the ‘gay panic’ defense is personal for her
Michigan lawmakers on Thursday cleared a bill that would bar the “gay panic” or “trans panic” legal defense, which has allowed defendants to argue that the discovery of a victim’s sexual orientation or gender identity justified the crime. House Bill 4718 will now head to Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, who is expected to sign it. Legislation […] The post Michigan lawmaker says bill banning the ‘gay panic’ defense is personal for her appeared first on Michigan Advance.
Kalamazoo Caribbean Festival returns with music and island vibes this weekend
KALAMAZOO, Mich. — Kalamazoo is about to go tropical with an upcoming festival. The Kalamazoo Caribbean Festival has returned, and is set to bring the best of island culture Friday and Saturday. Back after a seven-year hiatus, the festival will feature live musical performances, tropical drinks, Caribbean cuisine and...
Welcome to NewsBreak, an open platform where diverse perspectives converge. Most of our content comes from established publications and journalists, as well as from our extensive network of tens of thousands of creators who contribute to our platform. We empower individuals to share insightful viewpoints through short posts and comments. It’s essential to note our commitment to transparency: our Terms of Use acknowledge that our services may not always be error-free, and our Community Standards emphasize our discretion in enforcing policies. We strive to foster a dynamic environment for free expression and robust discourse through safety guardrails of human and AI moderation. Join us in shaping the news narrative together.