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Condos Planned for Walker Farms Property in Burton, Residents Not Happy
Some Burton residents are feeling a little uneasy after hearing that a developer plans to build condominiums on a portion of the Walker Farms property on Atherton Road. MLive reports that Rade Beslac from Fenton Land Surveying & Engineering Inc., an engineer on the project, informed commission members that the development would feature a total of 94 units.
Helmet Cancel 2024 Tour + Release Candid Statement
Post-hardcore icons Helmet have officially canceled their upcoming North American tour with Local H, providing a candid and honest reason in a public statement. The logistics of touring have become increasingly complicated in recent year, driven by the overwhelming amount of bands on tour at the same time and economic factors straining chances of profitability.
The 'Big 4' Bands of Gen X Dad Rock
If there were four bands to represent the Dad Rock of Generation X, it would be these. For kids of the '60s and early '70s, these bands led them through their teen years and stand the test of time as true icons!. The 'Big 4' of 10 Rock + Punk...
16 Totally Awesome ’80s Candies We Were Obsessed With
As someone who was born in the '70s and shaped in the '80s, I can tell you that trips to the "corner store" in search of candy weren't just about pleasing our insatiable sweet teeth (tooths?)—they were also our first taste of independence and even a crash course in financial planning.
Duff McKagan Shows His New Music to Jerry Cantrell Before Anyone Else
A lot of musicians like to get a second opinion from someone on new material they come up with, and for Guns N' Roses' Duff McKagan, that someone in Alice In Chains' Jerry Cantrell. In a new interview with the Irish publication Irish Examiner, McKagan discussed his songwriting process and...
20 Fascinating Photos Showing How Gigantic Zoo Animals Are Weighed
Ever wonder how a zoo knows the exact weight of its elephants or how tall to post a giraffe's feeder?. A zoo in Europe is providing a behind-the-scenes look at how its staff keeps track of the height and weight of its animal residents. Needless to say, they have to...
Is It My Fence or My Neighbor’s? What Michigan Law Says About Fence Ownership
So, you’re wondering who’s responsible for the fence between your property and your neighbor’s in Michigan? That question is more common than you think. There has recently been a Reddit thread of a Michigander with fence woes of their own. Here’s the scoop on fence ownership and responsibilities in the Great Lakes State:
Former Michigan Man Charged In Death Of Actor Matthew Perry
A former Midland, Michigan man has been charged in the death of actor Matthew Perry. Kenneth Iwamasa, 59, graduated from Herbert Henry Dow High School in Midland in 1982. He is one of five people who were recently charged on Thursday, August 15, 2024. According to the Detroit Free Press,...
Banana 101.5 Bad Bowlers League 2024 (Season 15) Registration
Sign up now for Season 15 of the Banana 101.5 Bad Bowlers League. The 2024 season of the Banana 101.5 Bad Bowlers League starts on September 18. Sign your team of four up now to join us, but act fast as this league sells out quickly. This is a fun, beer-drinking, non-sanctioned league, so leave the overly competitive, obnoxious attitude at the door.
Megadeth’s Six Best 21st Century Songs
Here are Megadeth's six best songs released in the 21st century. The thrash legends have been, by far, the most prolific among the 'Big 4' with a 16-album catalog that includes eight 21st century LPs. By comparison, Slayer have released 12 records with Anthrax and Metallica at 11 apiece. Despite...
Popular College Apparel Store Abruptly Closes Three Michigan Locations
Finding 'Go Blue' clothing and accessories will be a little more challenging, as three M Den stores in Michigan have abruptly closed their doors. Heritage Collegiate Apparel Inc., the owner of six M Den locations filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection on Friday (8/16). The company made the announcement Monday...
Berger’s Family Restaurant Closing After 96 Years In Michigan
Berger's Family Restaurant in Bay City, Michigan will soon close its doors after nearly 100 years in business. The Bay County family-owned business recently announced closing details via social media and revealed an exact closing date, Saturday, August 31st, 2024. Owners Bruce and Michelle Berger are choosing to go out...
The Rock Playlist the Atlanta Falcons Made for NFL QB Kirk Cousins’ Birthday
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins generated some online buzz Monday (Aug. 19) when the team supposedly turned over their practice playlist to the QB for his 36th birthday and it was filled with early 2000s rock jams. Cousins, who previously professed his love for Creed and even investigated booking them...
Serj Tankian Explains How His Toyota Prius Helped Push Him to Release New Solo EP, ‘Foundations’
You may not immediately connect the Toyota Prius with metal or rock and roll, but for System of a Down's Serj Tankian, the car is a huge reason why fans are hearing new solo music from him this year. "I had this old Prius that I kept around, even though...
Travis + Jason Kelce’s Garage Beer Co. Parodies Korn on New Merch Item
Those Kelce brothers are at it again as the NFL stars' beer company — Garage Beer — has given another nod to metal, this time ripping off nu-metal legends Korn on a new merch item. Earlier this summer, Garage Beer unveiled a dripping death metal-styled logo with a...
Jay Leno Shows Love To Fallen Deputy’s Family During Michigan Visit
Jay Leno, a legendary figure in the world of comedy and cars, made a heartfelt visit to town for the Woodward Dream Cruise, but it wasn't just the classic cars that brought him here. As an avid car enthusiast and host of Jay Leno's Garage, it was no surprise to...
More than 25% of People in this Remote Northern Michigan Township Speak Finnish, not English, At Home
Welcome to Bohemia Township, Michigan. Population 75. While the actual population of this town is small, it holds a large distinction. Bohemia Township may be home to the largest percentage of Finnish speakers in America. Finnish is the native language of Finland, a country in the Scandinavian region of Europe....
The One Thing That Kickstarted MGK’s Sobriety Journey
MGK had to get his heart broken before he got sober. The performer revealed the events that led to him starting down the path to sobriety during a recent appearance on the Million Dollaz Worth of Game podcast. The topic of sobriety was brought up fairly early in the episode...
Michigan’s Most Breath-Taking Attraction Hidden in the Upper Peninsula
One of Michigan's most northern points is home to an incredible sight to behold. The night sky above the Upper Peninsula can provide the most unique viewing experiences, so it's no surprise one of the best locations for star gazing in the state is tucked away Up North. Few places...
Three of the Worst Grocery Store Chains in America are in Michigan
When it comes to grocery shopping in Michigan, which stores are the worst and which are the best?. There's no shortage of options in Michigan. There's all kinds of local, regional, and national chains to choose from. And just like any other business, service, or otherwise that can be given a Google review, it can be quantified as to which are the best and the worst.
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