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Lapeer VFW Summer Golf Outing – What You Need To Know
Calling all golfers, the Lapeer VFW Post 4139 is hosting a summer golf outing. Here is everything you need to know about this awesome community event. When is the Lapeer VFW Post 4139 Summer Golf Outing?. The Lapeer VFW Post 4139 Summer Golf Outing is on Saturday, August 10th, 2024.
Snails on Plane? Slimy Seizure at Michigan Airport Nets 90 Specimens
In the annals of odd contraband, this one takes the cake--or, should I say, the snail. U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) agents at Detroit Metro Airport (DTW) recently intercepted luggage stuffed with 90 Giant African Snails. According to ABC News, on June 30, a passenger arriving in Michigan from...
Hall Pass Cash: Get Ready for a New School Year With Your Chance to Win a $500 Prepaid Visa Gift Card
Back-to-school shopping may be fun but it's not cheap! We're giving you a chance to get your budget out of detention with those much-needed back-to-school funds. You could score a $500 prepaid Visa Gift Card. That's enough to buy:. 4,411 no. 2 pencils. 29 Trapper Keepers. 250 3-subject spiral notebooks.
Interview: Brann Dailor Opens Up About the Longevity of Mastodon’s Band Members
"It's been 25 years and along the way you've sort of sunk every single emotional aspect of your life together with these people — what might turn out to be the biggest relationships in our lives." Brann Dailor joined Loudwire Nights on Thursday (July 18) to discuss all things...
The Incredible Story of the Michigan Woman Pursuing an NFL Playing Career
Many sports hold to the idea that you haven't seen everything that is possible within the sport no matter how many games you've watched. Football is no different. It seems year after year, someone comes up with a miraculous play or invents a new scheme that keeps coaches up at night. The game is constantly evolving and enjoying historic firsts.
Discover The Magic: Build-A-Bear Now Open In Frankenmuth
In a world where the old-school toy store has become almost a thing of the past, and a few clicks of a button online is the norm, there are still a few magical places where imagination can come alive. For 27 years Build-A-Bear Workshop has been living up to its...
How Well Do You Know Free Beer and Hot Wings…Continued!
Today, Free Beer did a spur-of-the-moment game where we quizzed a bunch of you on how well you know the shows, with questions ranging from "Do you think Maitlynn could change a tire?" to "Collectively, how many sex toys do you think the show has?". Turns out we have 25...
What It Means if You See a McDonald’s With Black Arches Instead of Yellow?
Oh, you thought all McDonald's arches were golden?. The McDonald's logo is right up there with Nike and Target in terms of being instantly recognizable. In fact, you don't even need to see the business name to know what it is. A pair of golden arches lets a hungry traveler...
How Many of These Classic Summer Toys Do You Remember?
Summer has descended with the intensity of a relentless inferno, leaving many American towns simmering in its wake. I don't recall summers ever feeling this hot when I was a kid, but that probably has something to do with the fact we were always soaking ourselves with cold water in some manner.
Small Towns Most Michiganders Don’t Know Exist
There are several small towns in Michigan that many Michiganders don't know exist. Test your small-town knowledge against other Michiganders here. The photo above represents what many small towns look like in Michigan. I grew up in the village of Holly located south of Flint and north of Detroit, but there are towns all over the state that are much smaller.
Michigan’s Second Portillo’s Location Now Open
Michigan's second Portillo's location is officially open for business!. Portillo's is known for Italian beef, burgers, salads, Chicago-style hot dogs, and chocolate cake. Portillo's is at 13004 Middlebelt Road in Livonia, (48150). What are the hours at Portillo's in Livonia?. Monday: 10:00 AM to 10:30 PM:. Tuesday: 10:00 AM to...
Here’s How Much Money The Top 1% Make In Michigan
Michigan has some very wealthy people that call the state home. Some of the wealthiest among them are called the top 1%. According to the Congressional Budget Office, you need an annual income of at least $652,657 to be in the top 1% of wage earners in the U.S. Meanwhile,...
Metamora’s $4.6M Home is a Jaw-Dropping Marvel
We've shared countless homes here over the years, but there is just something about this Lapper County gem that sets it apart — maybe it's the rustic charm and the peaceful vibe of this $4.6M log home. This amazing property sits on over 80 acres of private land in...
The Six Heaviest Breakdowns by Australian Bands (Chosen by Jake Taylor of In Hearts Wake)
Here are the six heaviest breakdowns by Australian bands, chosen by In Hearts Wake vocalist Jake Taylor. The metal scene Down Under is (and has been) alive and thriving, from death metal and goregrind to some of the world's premiere metalcore acts, and so much more. For over a decade, In Hearts Wake have consistently proven themselves to be powerhouse within this wide-ranging continental scene (including neighboring country New Zealand) with their blend of metalcore, nu-metal and hardcore.
The Seven Songs Slipknot Played at Their First-Ever Ozzfest Show
Over 25 years ago, Slipknot, who hadn't even released their debut album yet, played their first-ever Ozzfest show — a seven-song set of absolute fury. The hell-raising event's 1999 excursion launched on May 27, bringing some of metal's most premiere acts, up-and-comers and hopeful unknowns on a long road through the U.S. and Canada, wrapping up at the end of July.
Michigan Man Set to Show Off Trivia Chops on ‘Jeopardy’
A man from West Michigan will attempt to take down a two-day champion on the iconic quiz show 'Jeopardy,' airing on Thursday, July 18. You'll see a gentleman from Grand Rapids behind a Jeopardy Lecturn tonight. Micah Rahn-Tiemeyer is a mental health crisis therapist from Grand Rapids. The 38-year-old introduced himself to the Reddit community as a Jeopardy contestant.
Michigan, Ohio & Indiana Cities You Never Knew That Once Had MLB Baseball Teams
Many people say that when segregation ended in Major League Baseball, it became what it had always claimed to be, a national pastime. Finally, nothing would ever get in the way of the best players just being able to play each other, regardless of race, color, or creed. But going...
Two Michigan Cities Have the Lowest Quality of Life in the U.S.
It's always pretty cool to see your city or state at the top of a list that praises where you live. It's not so cool when that list refers to your city as being the worst place to live. The last thing you want to hear is that your city...
Do You Live In One Of Michigan’s Most Boring Cities?
If you live in Genesee County, Saginaw County, or Oakland County, you might live in one of Michigan's most boring cities. The following counties are also home to some of Michigan's sleepiest cities,. Calhoun County. Washtenaw County. St. Clair County. Wayne County. Lenawee County. Road Snacks used Census data, population...
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